Area News
Appeals court allows federalization of troops but says they can’t be deployed
Protests continue in Broadview as members of Congress are turned away from immigration facility By ANDREW ADAMS Capitol News Illinois Article Summary A federal appeals court upheld a lower court’s temporary order barring President Donald Trump’s administration from deploying National Guard troops in Illinois without the governor’s approval. Protests continue in Broadview, where local and…
Read More2025 SIUE Metro East Start-Up Challenge hosts semifinalists’ mock pitch event
Eighteen southwestern Illinois-based entrepreneurs and their innovative business concepts have been selected to move into the second round of the Metro East’s 12th annual business plan competition. The Metro East Startup Challenge, a product of the Illinois SBDC for the Metro East at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, welcomes entrepreneurs and new businesses from a nine-county…
Read MoreBeyond the bruises: Lydia’s House is ‘new hope’ for domestic abuse victims
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Domestic violence impacts millions of people around the world each year, with devastating effects on victims’ health, safety, and financial stability. In the United States alone, research shows that 1 in 3 women experience physical abuse by an intimate partner. In recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month,…
Read MoreIDOT: Public comment sought on proposed St. Clair County Illinois 13 improvements
The Illinois Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting to discuss a study for the proposed improvements on Illinois 13 from Illinois 157 to South 23rd Street in St. Clair County. The meeting will be held: 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29 Southwestern Illinois Justice & Workforce Development Campus 2301 W. Main Street,…
Read MoreFederal Reserve’s Gascon to keynote Nov. 6 Economic Outlook Breakfast
Annual event brings together 21 chambers of commerce from across the region Twenty-one of the St. Louis region’s chambers of commerce will gather again this fall for the 2025 Multi-Chamber Economic Outlook Breakfast, an annual event that brings together members from across the 15-county bi-state St. Louis metro. The breakfast will take place at the…
Read MoreVeto session preview: Federal issues top of mind as lawmakers seek transit, energy solutions
Bill to help Bears move to Arlington Heights still not a priority for lawmakers By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois Article Summary The General Assembly will return for the annual fall veto session from Oct. 14-16 and Oct. 28-30 with several key items on their agenda. Federal immigration and law enforcement actions in the Chicago…
Read MoreSenator Harriss invites families to share veterans’ stories for Capitol display
To honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of Illinois veterans, state Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) is encouraging residents to share photos and stories of their loved ones who served in the United States Armed Forces. These submissions will be featured in the “Honoring All Who Served” Veterans Day Display in the Illinois State Capitol…
Read MoreBudzinski urges bipartisan deal to end shutdown, but draws ‘red line’ on health care
Illinois congresswoman warns ACA premiums could double if tax credits aren’t renewed By BRENDEN MOORE Capitol News Illinois Article Summary U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski urged Congress to come to a bipartisan agreement to reopen the government. But she also said that the renewal of Affordable Care Act tax credits that are set to expire at…
Read MoreIDOT: Closure of Caseyville Road at Morrison Drive through November announced
The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that Caseyville Road between Morrison Drive and Glendale Drive in St. Clair County will be closed beginning, weather permitting, today (Monday, Oct. 13). The closure is expected to conclude Sunday, Nov. 30. A posted detour will be in place to safely guide motorists around the closure. The road closure…
Read MoreIllinois’ budget on track for deficit as new federal policies create challenges
State spending likely to increase significantly in coming years as Medicaid, SNAP requirements set in By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois Article Summary The governor’s office now projects a $267 million deficit for the current fiscal year 2026 budget. Corporate tax cuts enacted at the federal level, combined with tariffs and declining consumer spending, is…
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