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Local journalism tax credit application window opens
Lawmakers approved the program last year By BRIDGETTE FOX and UIS Public Affairs Reporting (PAR), Capitol News Illinois News organizations in Illinois can now apply to receive tax credits for journalists that were on their payroll in 2024. The application opened last week, about one year after the state’s Local Journalism Task Force proposed multiple…
Read MoreProjects listed in Madison County five-year plan
By RANDY PIERCE Numerous transportation improvement projects and bridge replacements, including two near Troy receiving attention this year, are included among those listed in a five-year plan that has been approved by the Madison County Board. Presented annually to delineate the goals of the county in terms of making its roadways better for those who…
Read MoreCitizens for Modern Transit to host next ‘Talking Transit’ event on Jan. 14
Discussion to highlight the trajectory of public transit in the St. Louis region in 2025 Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) is hosting a virtual “Talking Transit” event at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, via Zoom. This event will highlight the trajectory of transit in the St. Louis region as we move into 2025.…
Read MoreIllinois: No. 45 U-Haul ‘growth state’
Illinois is the No. 45 growth state of 2024, according to U-Haul® Growth Index data analyzing one-way customer transactions during the past year. Illinois rises three spots from 2023 for its highest U-Haul growth ranking of the last 10 years. South Carolina also climbs three spots to dethrone Texas as the No. 1 growth state.…
Read More2025 Certified Livestock Manager training, workshops announced
Both online and in-person exams also now offered in Spanish The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA), along with the University of Illinois Extension, is hosting the Certified Livestock Manager Training (CLMT). Two training options are being offered this year: Seven in-person workshops and an online training, which will provide Illinois livestock producers the manure management…
Read MoreIllinois DCFS offers postsecondary scholarships to current, former youth in care
DCFS Scholarship Program applications accepted until March 31 The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is currently accepting applications for the 2025 DCFS Scholarship Program. Through the program, a minimum of 53 academic scholarships will be awarded to current and former youth in care for the upcoming school year, with four awards reserved…
Read MoreHSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital welcomed students for Dec. 30 healthcare bootcamp
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital recently welcomed 40 high school students from across Southern Illinois for its sixth and largest High School Healthcare Bootcamp on Monday, Dec. 30. The bootcamp for juniors and seniors interested in a career in health care gives students a realistic look into various health care roles, while also allowing an…
Read MoreAmeren Illinois’ natural gas system stands ready for forecasted extreme cold
24 billion cubic feet of natural gas in reserve; prices lower due to storage and hedging Improvements in the resiliency of its natural gas delivery infrastructure and upgrades to its underground storage capabilities ensure that Ameren Illinois is ready for a blast of arctic temperatures forecast in the Midwest for this week. Natural gas is…
Read MoreBreaking: Madigan to take witness stand in his corruption trial
Unexpected move could lengthen longtime House speaker’s case by weeks By HANNAH MEISEL Capitol News Illinois CHICAGO – Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan will take the witness stand in his corruption trial – an unexpected revelation that will likely stretch the already lengthy trial into late January. The longtime House speaker’s decision to testify…
Read MoreTask force recommends tornado shelters in warehouse following deadly 2021 storm
6 people were killed when tornado hit Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD — A task force created in the wake of a deadly Metro East tornado has issued recommendations for better protecting warehouse workers. Six people were killed when an EF3 tornado with 150 mph winds struck an Amazon…
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