Regional Pulse: AgeSmart C.A.R.E.S. program supports employees caring for aging loved ones
AgeSmart Community Resources recently announced the launch of C.A.R.E.S. (Caring Assistance, Resources, and Education Services), a groundbreaking program now available to employers within AgeSmart’s seven-county service area. C.A.R.E.S. is designed to empower businesses with the tools and support they need to assist employees who are balancing work with the responsibility of caring for an aging…
Read MoreTurning 100, Fairmount Park Casino & Racing adjusts post time to enhance fan experience
To mark its 100-year anniversary, a Centennial Celebration is planned Sept. 18-20, including the track’s premier stakes race, the FanDuel St. Louis Derby on Sept. 19 Fairmount Park Casino & Racing is moving its first post from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. for the remainder of the racing season, allowing fans to head to the…
Read MoreFlyin’ High: Intersection of agriculture, technology, aviation explored at Global Aerospace Summit
The connection between agriculture, technology and aviation was front and center during a Global Aerospace Summit held in the St. Louis region in mid-August. During an engaging session titled “Ag Sector Innovations – Powering Sustainable Solutions in the Aviation Industry,” the audience learned how crops and ethanol are being developed into sustainable aviation fuels…
Read MoreSchmidt says Senate Bill 328 is bad for Illinois business climate
Governor JB Pritzker signed Senate Bill 328 into law, legislation that will greatly increase frivolous lawsuits, into law. State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) says the bill is not good for the business climate in Illinois. “Illinois is struggling with population loss and job growth, and this law will impede economic development even more,” Schmidt said. “This…
Read MoreAG Raoul highlights efforts to protect workers in annual Labor Day report
Heading into Labor Day weekend, Attorney General Kwame Raoul highlighted a new report detailing actions his office has taken during the past year to advocate for and protect Illinois workers. The Attorney General’s Workplace Rights Bureau was codified in state statute in 2020 and has since collected more than $27 million in owed wages and…
Read MoreDaley, LaHood discuss rebooted ‘fair maps’ campaign in Illinois
Bipartisan effort seeks to end partisan gerrymandering in General Assembly By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois Article Summary A bipartisan group led by Democrat Bill Daley and Republican Ray LaHood has launched a new push to pass a state constitutional amendment to put legislative redistricting in the hands of an independent commission. The Illinois Supreme…
Read MoreGun rights groups ask U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Cook County assault weapons ban
Case seeks to overturn recent ruling by 7th Circuit Court of Appeals By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois Article Summary The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals declined to overturn Cook County’s assault weapons ban in June. Two gun rights groups are appealing that decision to the U.S. Supreme Court. They hope the court rules in…
Read MoreHundreds of police departments use camera company accused of breaking state law
Giannoulias alleges Flock Safety improperly shared data with federal border officials By ANDREW ADAMS Capitol News Illinois Article Summary Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias alleged that Flock Safety, a police tech company, illegally shared data with federal border enforcement. This escalates an ongoing conflict between Giannoulias and the agency. Flock officials admit they didn’t create…
Read MoreFlyin’ High: Hands-on learning takes center stage at Global Aerospace Summit
The innovative opportunities exposing St. Louis-area students to the world of aerospace and avionics were on full display August 14 during a Global Aerospace Summit held in O’Fallon, Ill. Those opportunities were the focus of a panel discussing featuring Belleville Township High School District 201 Assistant Superintendent Dustin Bilbruck, Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC) Director…
Read MoreGovernor announces record-breaking tourism achievements in 2024
Investments in Illinois’ tourism industry drive growth, bolster economic development Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s (DCEO) Office of Tourism recently announced that Illinois welcomed 113 million domestic and international visitors who spent a record $48.5 billion in 2024 – an increase of 500,000 visitors and $1.3 billion in…
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