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SPRINGFIELD — Governor JB Pritzker today signed House Bill 4292 into law, extending the pension buyout option for state employees to 2026. The bill authorizes $1 billion in additional general obligation bond funding to extend the buyout program. This action was another important step in the Governor’s mission to ensure fiscal responsibility and reduce overall liability costs placed on taxpayers and follows the inclusion of an additional $500 million contribution to the retirement systems above certified amounts across FY2022 and FY2023. “Responsible fiscal management means taking every action possible to address our pension obligations while honoring promises made to current and retired workers – promises made by governors and legislators on both sides of the aisle,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “The expansion of this bipartisan pension buyout program builds on Democrats’ work this session to save taxpayers nearly $2 billion in pension liabilities

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02), Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Health Braintrust, released the following statement underscoring the importance of mental health care access, especially among Black Americans: “Data shows that both new instances of mental health issues and exacerbation of existing mental health issues are on the rise across the country. According to the Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health, Black adults in the U.S. are more likely than white adults to report persistent symptoms of emotional distress. “However only one in three Black Adults who need mental health care receive it. Additionally, there is a growing mental health crisis among our youth. According to the CDC, only 20 percent of children with mental health issues receive care from a specialized mental health provider. “We must continue working to expand availability of care, increase the diversity of our mental healthcare workforce,

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There are not enough words to describe the horrors of what Russian troops have been doing to their Ukrainian neighbors. But it should go without saying that stealing their stuff is, on its own, not ok. But it turns out that some of what they’ve stolen is farming equipment. And modern farming equipment at that, […]

Today on TAP: And just about all elected Republicans are anti-choice.

A new Thin Lizzy-themed audio/video collection pairing the 2020 documentary Phil Lynott: Songs for While I'm Away with the archival concert film and album Thin Lizzy: The Boys Are Back…

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A man died and a woman was injured Tuesday afternoon in a shooting in the city’s Fairground neighborhood in north St. Louis.

SOUTH ROXANA - On May 4, 2022, Madison County Chief of Police meeting, hosted by Chief Brad Wells of the Wood River Police Department a presentation made by Crime Stoppers State Director Kathy Norris took place about adopting a Crime Stoppers program in Madison County. "Crime Stoppers has been around since 1976 and with Madison County being the eighth-largest county in the state, I think it is imperative we catch up with technology to better assist our citizens," South Roxana Police Chief Bob Coles said. "Crime Stoppers would allow the police to partner with our communities, where a non-law enforcement citizen board would be put in place to assist in running a Crime Stoppers program. "One of the amazing things about this program is it gives power back to the citizens, which is essential in bridging the relationship between police officers and the community. "I believe law enforcement has a lot of support in our county and a tool like crime stoppers could benefit everyone. A discussion

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The St. Louis Business Journal has extended the nomination deadline for its 2022 Most Influential Business Women Awards program, which recognizes remarkable women who excel in their careers and are making a big impact in St. Louis communities. The new deadline to submit your nomination is Friday, May 13. You can submit by clicking here. MEET THE 2021 MOST INFLUENTIAL BUSINESS WOMEN HONOREES In your nomination, describe in detail the nominee's career accomplishments, as well as her involvement…

They're urging a state disciplinary board to take stronger action against St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner, calling her conduct “reprehensible.”

Sharon Osbourne is getting assistance from an IV amid her bout with COVID-19. On Wednesday, the wife of Ozzy Osbourne shared a photo of her hooked up to an IV…

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Eleven companies will participate in a 10-week accelerator program and be given a $5,000 grant as well as marketing and wellness stipends.

Conner Walden began buying and selling trading cards while in college. The 25-year-old has since expanded his trading card business and launched a new e-commerce startup he hopes goes head-to-head with eBay.

John Doerr (Chaminade, Class of 1969), and his wife, Ann, donate $1.1 billion to Stanford.

The announcement came 21 years after Boeing moved its headquarters from Seattle to Chicago.

It may not seem like a natural move for an artist to transition to nonprofit leadership, but north St. Louis County native Quinton Ward believes that his background in art and design gives him the creativity needed to lead successful nonprofit initiatives, while his day-to-day work running a nonprofit in turn influences his art.

Polling on abortion restrictions is fairly consistent over time.

You will recall that Lauren Boebert was unsuprisingly confused about what lawmaking power she has as a lawmaker, having threatened to not “extend Micky (sic) Mouse’s trademark”, which is not a power Congress has. Josh Hawley, who has never been shy about threatening private companies over protected speech, at least has straight which law to […]