With 1 month left in session, lawmakers near deal on public transit reform
But hurdles remain as tensions rise between lawmakers and some regional transit officials By ANDREW ADAMS and BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois Lawmakers apparently are close to a deal to resolve one of Springfield’s most hotly contested issues this session: transit reform. Public transit agencies in Chicagoland — a region with roughly two-thirds of…
Read MoreStratton’s top priority in Senate campaign: Fighting back against Trump
Lt. Gov. says affordability, ‘kitchen table’ issues are voters’ main concerns By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton has one priority if she is elected to the U.S. Senate in 2026: fighting back against President Donald Trump’s policies. “What I’m just seeing is that the old playbook in…
Read MoreIDNR shares upcoming events and items for May
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is sharing the following upcoming events and noteworthy items for May: May 1 Illinois History Day Springfield | Sangamon County The Illinois State Museum hosts Illinois History Day at the Bank of Springfield Center. Regional finalists will compete for a chance to go to the national competition…
Read MoreSt. Clair County: North Belt West pavement patching begins May 5
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that pavement patching on North Belt West from West Main Street to Illinois 161 in St. Clair County will require daytime lane closures beginning, weather permitting, Monday, May 5. The project is expected to be completed this summer. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate…
Read MoreAlton Main Street announces 24-band lineup for 2025 event series
Alton Main Street has announced its lineup of regional musicians booked to perform at the organization’s upcoming events. Eight weeks of live bands have been scheduled for the Night Market on Broadway, which takes place every Thursday in June and July from 7 to 10 p.m. Offering a diverse mix of styles and sounds,…
Read MoreKeep the party going: Avoid releasing Mylar balloons outdoors
Ameren warns customers that releasing metallic balloons can cause power outages Spring is a popular time of year for families and friends to gather and celebrate special occasions such as graduation and other milestones. But to keep the celebrations safe, Ameren is urging customers to be careful when using Mylar balloons. Mylar balloons, while festive,…
Read MoreTwo sentenced to federal prison in $100,000 bank fraud and mail theft scheme in Metro East
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – Two Metro East women were sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a scheme to steal mail from collection boxes and commit more than $100,000 in bank fraud. Tylann J. Starks, 30, of Swansea, was sentenced to 4 years’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to…
Read MoreMarsia Geldert Murphey departs from Lochmueller Group, joins GBA
In a recent LinkedIn post, Marsia Geldert Murphey announced that she was joining GBA as a senior associate after spending the past six years at Lochmueller Group. She had been serving as the regional director of Illinois and Missouri Operations for Lochmueller Group since March 2019. Geldert Murphey had also spent time as part of…
Read More‘Never asked to be a part of this somber club’: Illinois honors fallen police officers
Mendoza blasts state policies that ‘give more rights to criminals’ By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD – Nine Illinois police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2024 were honored at a ceremony in Springfield Thursday. The Illinois Peace Officers Memorial takes place every year on the first Thursday…
Read MoreGreat Rivers & Routes celebrates the power of travel during National Travel & Tourism Week
Week-long spotlight on travel takes place May 5-9 National Travel and tourism Week (NTTW) shines a spotlight on the U.S. travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth, creating jobs and enhancing the nation’s global competitiveness. The Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau is showcasing it’s role in the travel industry with a series of…
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