SPRINGFIELD - Today Governor JB Pritzker signed SB3365 into law, building a foundation to protect patients in anticipation of significant changes to the healthcare system in Illinois due to the federal HR1 legislation. This law will deliver significant reforms to Illinois’ hospital system and long-term care industry. The bipartisan Fiscal Year 2027 Medicaid Omnibus bill will strengthen the ability of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and of the Illinois Department of Healthcare
A federal judge has ordered a proposed class-action lawsuit involving Missouri marijuana dispensaries and allegedly unconstitutional local sales taxes to be returned to state court, ruling that recent changes to the plaintiffs’ complaint require the case to be remanded from…
SPRINGFIELD – Today, Illinois Board of Higher Education Executive Director Ginger Ostro issued the following statement following the signing of the fiscal year 2027 state budget package: “We are grateful to Governor Pritzker, legislative leaders and members of the General Assembly for enacting a budget that includes crucial funding for higher education. Illinois continues to recognize that investment in higher education, even when we are experiencing difficult fiscal times, is foundational
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) advanced numerous provisions led by U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) to strengthen our security and readiness in the Indo-Pacific region. Duckworth’s provisions would improve coordination and planning with our partners in the Indo-Pacific on crisis management, maritime security and military medicine, while also bolstering our defense industrial base. “We are a Pacific nation, and our national security and
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today delivered an opening statement at a spotlight forum on protecting election security as the Trump Administration continues to restrict Americans’ voting rights and President Trump and some congressional Republicans continue to push the SAVE America Act. The spotlight forum comes after the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Louisiana v. Callais , in which
WASHINGTON – In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, continued his calls for serious reforms to Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Section 702 allows the government to collect the private communications of foreigners overseas without a warrant. The problem is that millions, and potentially billions, of innocent Americans’ communications with friends, family
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Chris Coons (D-DE), Brian Schatz (D-HI), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Andy Kim (D-NJ), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) and Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) in introducing the Make More in America Act to rebuild American manufacturing capacity in industries critical
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois General Assembly has approved legislation backed by Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias to modernize Illinois distracted driving laws by addressing the use of artificial intelligence smart glasses and other emerging technologies behind the wheel. House Bill 4843 updates the Illinois Vehicle Code to clarify that electronic communication devices include artificial intelligence smart glasses, ensuring Illinois law keeps pace with rapidly evolving
GODFREY, IL – Lewis and Clark Community College is hitting the road this summer through its new “LC Road Trip” outreach initiative. Throughout June and July, LC staff members will travel to libraries, community centers, and public locations across the community college district to connect with prospective students and families. They will answer questions about enrollment, provide information on financial aid and academic programs, and strengthen community partnerships.
While damaging winds are the most common hazard associated with the storms, it's also possible that they could produce large hail and "a few tornadoes," the National Weather Service said.
A man has been sentenced for the 2024 stabbing death of a Lake St. Louis man. Investigators say he attempted to conceal the victim's body in a dog cage.
Walter Parazaider, founding member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Chicago, died Wednesday at the age of 81.His death was confirmed by his daughter Felicia Parazaider on…
ALTON - The Alton Community Unit School District #11 Board of Education recently heard from community members about the Reimagine Alton initiative that encouraged community involvement. During their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, the Board listened as community leaders Damian Jones and Karen Wilson shared more about their experience with Reimagine Alton. This initiative invited stakeholders to engage with the school district and express their concerns, which were then addressed
GODFREY – Students from Lewis and Clark Community College won top prizes at the Future Business Leaders of America, Inc.’s (FBLA) National Leadership Conference (NLC) earlier this month. The event, held in Las Vegas, Nevada, from June 6-8, attracted college students, educators, and volunteers from across the country. The NLC provides education, competition, and networking opportunities centered on business. More than 1,300 attendees from nearly 200 colleges and universities
Majestic marble sculptures, vivid plaster frescoes, bronze artifacts and glass vessels chronicle life at the height of the Roman Empire in this ticketed exhibition at the Saint Louis Art Museum. […]
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