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Pritzker signs bill to phase out subminimum wage for disabled workers
Organizations must implement changes by 2030 By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois CHICAGO — Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday signed a long-awaited bill to stop Illinois organizations from paying less than the minimum wage to workers with disabilities. The bill applies to businesses and other facilities that hold what is known as a 14(c) certificate,…
Read MoreIllinois Supreme Court hears arguments on a challenge to Illinois’ concealed carry law
State appellate defender says law infringes on Second Amendment right to ‘open carry’ By ISMAEL M. BELKOURA and Medill Illinois News Bureau, Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD — Amid multiple recent challenges to state gun control laws, the Illinois Supreme Court heard arguments on Tuesday concerning the constitutionality of concealed carry licenses and open carry bans.…
Read MoreNew St. Clair County animal services facility construction underway
By RANDY PIERCE [email protected] Frigid temperatures and several inches of snow on the ground did little to hamper the turnout and positive anticipation present when ground was broken for a new St. Clair County animal services facility in Belleville on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025. St. Clair County Board Chairman Mark Kern, serving as master of…
Read MoreOlin-Winchester to acquire ammunition assets of AMMO Inc.
Leverages Winchester’s integration across commercial ammunition value chain Enhances our ability to participate across high-margin specialty calibers Drives value creation through immediate adjusted EBITDA accretion and a fully realized expected synergy benefit of $40 million Olin Corporation (NYSE: OLN) (‘Olin’) has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement with AMMO, Inc. (NASDAQ: POWW) (‘AMMO’) whereby…
Read MoreAmeren to host fourth quarter 2024 earnings webcast on Feb. 14
Martin J. Lyons Jr., chairman, president and CEO of Ameren Corp. (NYSE: AEE), and Michael L. Moehn, senior executive vice president and CFO of Ameren Corp., will discuss fourth quarter 2024 earnings, earnings guidance and other matters in a conference call with financial analysts at 9 a.m. Central Time (10 a.m. Eastern Time) on Friday, Feb.…
Read MoreCommission invites all Illinoisans to join in nation’s 250th anniversary celebration
Preparations are underway for Illinois to join in the nation’s celebration of 250 years of independence in 2026, and the Illinois America 250 Commission is encouraging people across the Prairie State to get involved in planning festivities and educational opportunities to mark the historic moment. Celebrations marking the nation’s independence are expected to take place…
Read MoreRep. Kevin Schmidt launches ‘Business of the Month’ program
State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-114th-Millstadt) has launched a “Business of the Month” program to highlight local businesses through the 114th legislative district. Each month, Rep. Schmidt will select a business and recognize them on his social media, website, and local media and present them with a certificate to display. “The 114th district is home to…
Read MoreTight global supply keeping fertilizer prices elevated
By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek As farmers enter another year of predictably tight margins, it does not look like fertilizer prices will grant much relief to the balance sheet. “The problem is we’re starting 2025 with nitrogen and phosphate values looking fairly firm on tight supply and demand,” Josh Linville, vice president of fertilizer at…
Read MoreL&C’s first comic, pop culture convention issues call for vendors
Lewis and Clark Community College is hosting its first-ever comic and pop culture convention, Blazer Con, from 1 to 8 p.m., Saturday, April 12, in the George C. Terry River Bend Arena on the Godfrey Campus. The event is free and open to the public. The Blazer Con team is now seeking a diverse group…
Read MoreUpdates from the City of O’Fallon: Mayor Roach not running for re-election
Shared as a part of the Jan. 16, 2025 city newsletter, “Inside O’Fallon,” were the following details: Community Park Enhancement Project: Construction began in 2024 for a Community Park facelift including a new pool, amphitheater, community center, walking trail, and outdoor event space. The project is scheduled to be complete in June 2025. Family Sports…
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