Monroe County
Recent News About Monroe County
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Monroe County saw 7.1% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022
In 2022, government transfers contributed 14.6% of income in Monroe County. How does this compare to historical figures?
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Monroe County: 14.6% of income comes from government transfers, ranking 11th in Illinois
In 2022, government transfers made up 14.6% of income in Monroe County—ranking it 11th least dependent among Illinois counties.
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Chairman of Monroe County Republicans on LA protests: 'Trump’s decision wasn't unprecedented'
Ed McLean, Chairman of Monroe County Republicans, said that President Trump was justified in restoring order amid the violent migrant riots that erupted in Los Angeles over the weekend.
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FOIA request sent to Monroe County regarding tax relief requests for veterans on June 10, 2025
FOIA Request to Monroe County regarding tax relief requests for a veteran with disabilities on June 10, 2025.
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Monroe County Republicans chairman: Gov. 'Pritzker continues to sideline Illinoisans in favor of his own rise to national power'
Ed McLean, chairman of the Monroe County Republicans, said Gov. J.B. Pritzker is prioritizing a partisan agenda over the interests of Illinois residents, calling his remarks inflammatory and suggesting he would be a disastrous president.
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2022: Monroe County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, Monroe County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 8.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 5.5%.
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Monroe County Republicans chairman: 'The most vulnerable should never be treated as collateral damage in a culture war'
Ed McLean, chairman of the Monroe County Republicans, said he was troubled by the recent incident at a Deerfield middle school, describing it as "a blatant violation of federal authority and women’s rights."
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In 2022, Monroe County ranks 89th among Illinois counties for government transfer income per capita at $10,035
In 2022, residents of Monroe County received an average of $10,035 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 14th lowest in Illinois.
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Chairman of Monroe County Republicans: 'Trump’s resolve continues to drive America'
Ed McLean, chairman of the Monroe County Republicans, said that President Trump's address to Congress on March 4 championed a vision for a stronger, self-reliant nation driven by economic growth, government accountability, and America-first policies.
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Monroe County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois will face either devastating service reductions or burdensome tax hikes'
Ed McLean, Chairman of Monroe County Republicans, has criticized Governor JB Pritzker's revenue projections, claiming they have exacerbated Illinois' financial crisis.
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Monroe County Republicans chairman: 'Illinois needs leadership that prioritizes transparency'
Ed McLean, chairman of the Monroe County Republicans, has criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker's administration for its handling of Illinois' Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program.
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Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met July 17
Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met Monday, July 17
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Waterloo City Council met Jan. 18
Waterloo City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 18.
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Waterloo City Council met Jan. 18
Waterloo City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 18
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Waterloo City Council met Jan. 18
Waterloo City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 18.
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Waterloo City Council met Jan. 18
Waterloo City Council met Tuesday, Jan. 18.
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Monroe County Board met Dec. 3
Monroe County Board met Friday, Dec. 3.
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Monroe County Board met Dec. 20
Monroe County Board met Monday, Dec. 20.
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Monroe County Board of Commissioners Met May 3
Monroe County Board of Commissioners Met Monday, May 3.
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Monroe County Board Commissioners Met Feb. 1
Monroe County Board Commissioners Met Monday, Feb. 1.