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Tuesday, October 22, 2019

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MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE: Owner has been found

Contact the Sheriff’s Office 939-8651.

By South West Illinois News Reports | Oct 13, 2019

From Metro East Sun

Sen. Plummer deems Planned Parenthood's Downstate mega-clinic 'a complete disaster'

By Glenn Minnis | 10 days ago

Illinois state Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) is convinced that Planned Parenthood’s secret construction of a so-called mega abortion clinic in southern Illinois is a 'disaster' for the pro-life movement as well as state taxpayers.

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Local Government

ISRA director, Tamaroa activist on board with task force's goal of 'consistent enforcement' of gun laws

By Robert Hadley | Oct 8, 2019

Pledging to support “consistent enforcement” of existing gun laws, Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA) Executive Director Richard Pearson nonetheless stopped short of rubber-stamping the work of a new, bipartisan gun violence committee.

From Chicago City Wire

Taxes will continue to rise until there is pension reform, says WFLD Fox president and GM

By Glenn Minnis | 26 days ago

WFLD Fox 32 Chicago President and General Manager Dennis Welsh did not mince words about the perilous place Illinois’ growing pension crisis has left the state in during a recently aired editorial on the network in which he predicted voters are primed for revolt given anything short of pension reform.

Local Government

Randolph County, Chester named Enterprise Zones by Illinois Department of Commerce

By Shanice Harris | Sep 20, 2019

The Illinois Department of Commerce has named Randolph County and Chester “enterprise zones,” designated as such to improve commerce by making local businesses eligible for state and local tax incentives.

Local Government

DUQUOIN POLICE DEPARTMENT: FREE Surplus Items

By South West Illinois News Reports | Sep 7, 2019

The items are located at Du Quoin Fire Station #2, on the south side of the building across from the recycling bins.

Local Government

New youth hunting rules mean ‘less deer in the car grill’

By Amanda Smith-Teutsch | Sep 6, 2019

There are now more opportunities for young people to hunt, thanks to a new bill signed into law by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker last month.

Local Government

CITY OF WATERLOO: Here is the parade route for the Waterloo Homecoming Parade

By South West Illinois News Reports | Aug 24, 2019

There will be no parking along the parade route beginning at 4pm.

Local Government

Former state rep. candidate Paul Jacobs says Cullerton indictment makes him think he should run again

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 16, 2019

Former District 115 candidate Paul Jacobs is moved to action by the thought of all the corruption he believes is now flowing through Springfield.

Local Government

Perry County Housing Authority director provides stepping stone for those facing life's obstacles

By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Aug 2, 2019

Perry County Housing Authority (PCHA) Executive Director Stephanie Hubler enjoys the challenges and rewards that her job brings each day.

From North Egypt News

Rep. Terri Bryant recovers following neck surgery

By Colin Froment | 3 months ago

Rep. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) is recovering from her second neck surgery this summer, as announced via a post on Bryant's Facebook page on July 11.

Local Government

Roll Call: Reitz votes in favor of constitutional amendment on progressive tax

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jul 25, 2019

State Rep. Nathan Reitz (D-116) on May 27 voted in favor of allowing voters to decide if Illinois should adopt a graduated income tax.

Local Government

Roll Call: Burke votes [in favor of constitutional amendment on progressive tax

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jul 25, 2019

State Rep. Kelly M. Burke (D-36) on May 27 voted in favor of allowing voters to decide if Illinois should adopt a graduated income tax.

Local Government

Roll Call: Rita votes in favor of constitutional amendment on progressive tax

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jul 25, 2019

State Rep. Robert Rita (D-28) on May 27 voted in favor of allowing voters to decide if Illinois should adopt a graduated income tax.

Local Government

Sen. Rose, Charlie Daniels agree: Pritzker's decision on state fair's musical act hits a sour note

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 24, 2019

Illinois state Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) fears that this year’s DuQuoin State Fair may come to be remembered for all the wrong reasons.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Ives to run in 6th District Republican primary

By Glenn Minnis | 3 months ago

For former Illinois state Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton), her recent decision to run in 2020 against U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (D-Downers Grove) in the 6th Congressional District comes down to her love for America.

Local Government

EVANSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT: Fifty years ago the world stopped to watch in unified amazement

By South West Illinois News Reports | Jul 21, 2019

Fifty years ago the world stopped to watch in unified amazement as astronauts from the United States of America not only landed, but walked on the moon.

From Carbondale Reporter

Sen. Schimpf says voters should decide who determines district maps

By Hollie Ferguson | 3 months ago

Sen. Paul Schimpf (R-Waterloo) said that voters should be able to choose who draws the lines for redistricting in their communities, and will be able to do so via the SJRCA 4 bill, which allows for a non-partisan redistricting plan that would allow constituents to chose who draws maps and weigh in on the outcome.

From Southern Illinois News

Sen. Fowler among four state lawmakers planning to attend Carbondale Senior Fair

By Karen Kidd | 3 months ago

Illinois state Sen. Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) is expected to be among four General Assembly lawmakers attending the Senior Fair in Carbondale next week, according to an event announcement and information on the senator's website.