Area News
Trump administration OKs partial SNAP funding for November after judges’ orders
The USDA declined to tap into additional funds, which will delay and reduce benefits By MAGGIE DOUGHERTY Capitol News Illinois Article Summary The Trump administration said Monday it will fund half the normal SNAP benefits for the month of November using emergency funds but declined to tap into other sources to provide full coverage. The…
Read MoreDan Rhyne, union steelworker, files as Republican candidate for Illinois 57th Senate District
Dan Rhyne, a Marine veteran, union steelworker at Granite City Steel, and the treasurer for United Steelworkers Local 1899, filed the required signatures on Nov. 3, 2025, to officially become the Republican candidate for Illinois 57th Senate District. A Republican, father of four, grandfather of five, and lifelong resident of St. Clair County, Rhyne has…
Read MoreState Rep. Katie Stuart hosting Coat Drive, Working Family Office Hours in November
State Rep. Katie Stuart (D-Edwardsville-112th District) has announced that her office is hosting a Coat Drive throughout the month of November. Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees (SOAR) is co-hosting the Coat Drive with Stuart’s office. Drop-off locations include: Mississippi Library District – 408 W. Main St., Collinsville Fairview Heights Public Library – 10017 Bunkum Rd.,…
Read MoreAdvance Illinois to host statewide webinar Nov. 5 on education report findings
Hosted virtually from 12 Noon to 1:15 p.m. Central Time Nov. 5; registration is required Advance Illinois will host a statewide webinar on Wednesday, Nov. 5, to explore the latest findings from The State We’re In 2025, its comprehensive biennial look at Illinois’ education system from birth through postsecondary. The virtual event takes place from…
Read MoreSierra Club, Alton Main Street announce the end of annual Green Gift Bazaar
After 22 years of hosting and over a decade of co-hosting with Alton Main Street, the Green Gift Bazaar has served its purpose and will not be held again this year. The event began in 2002, when Small Business Saturdays weren’t yet a widespread movement and Black Friday was the primary focus of the holiday…
Read More211 powered by United Way of Greater St. Louis available 24/7 for residents seeking food resources
With the escalating local demand for food-related resources, the United Way of Greater St. Louis (UWGSL) 211 team and Volunteer Center, alongside its dedicated partners, are unwavering in its commitment to delivering vital support and resources to neighbors in need. Together, they are taking proactive measures to ensure that assistance is readily available to those who…
Read MoreState Rep. Katie Stuart outlines affordability, access paths in SIUE Lifelong Learning Talk
Assistant Majority Leader Katie Stuart (D-Edwardsville), who chairs the Illinois House Higher Education Committee and represents the 112th District, returned to her alma mater Southern Illinois University Edwardsville on Wednesday, Oct. 22 to talk about college affordability, student access and the state’s role in sustaining public higher education. The presentation was part of the Office…
Read MoreBill to regulate homeowners’ insurance rates fails on final day of veto session
Pritzker had called for action in wake of State Farm’s 27.2% rate hike in July By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois Article Summary A bill that failed on the House floor last week would have given state insurance regulators authority to review and approve rates charged for homeowners’ insurance in Illinois. JB Pritzker and legislative…
Read More2025 Girls in Aviation Day inspires future female aviation leaders
Annual event at St. Louis Downtown Airport gives high school students a hands-on look at aviation and aerospace careers More than 150 young women from 15 St. Louis area high schools had the opportunity to participate in the 2025 Girls in Aviation Day event at St. Louis Downtown Airport. Hosted by Saint Louis University’s Oliver…
Read MoreGovernor launches $32M in funding for Regional Site Readiness Program
DCEO is hosting a technical assistance session at 12 p.m. today (Monday, Nov. 3) to provide assistance, answer questions, and provide information on becoming GATA pre-qualified Grant funding supports infrastructure improvements designed to spur community renewal, economic development Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) have announced $31.5 million…
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