Bailey running vs. Bost

There will be a contested 2024 Republican primary race for the Illinois 12th Congressional District seat currently held by U.S. Rep. Mike Bost. Bost, who announced recently he is seeking…

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USDA makes disaster declaration

USDA Secretary Vilsack issued disaster declarations for the state of Illinois due to tornadoes and drought that occurred during the current growing season.  USDA reviewed loss assessment reports and determined…

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Area projects in IDOT plans

The Illinois Department of Transportation on Friday unveiled a plan for spending nearly $41 billion in federal, state and local funds over the next six years to repair and upgrade…

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New 110 mph rail service hailed

Gov. JB Pritzker joined federal, state and local officials along with the Federal Railroad Administration, Amtrak, Union Pacific Railroad, and project supporters at Union Station on Monday to celebrate the…

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Police Blotter | 7-5-23

(Information in this report is gathered from police agencies, county courts and emergency radio dispatch. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty and charges may…

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