WASHINGTON — The U.S. House approved a measure Thursday that would codify part of President Donald Trump’s executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” The bill — which was passed on a nearly party-line vote, 211-206 — calls on the head of each federal agency to “update each document and map of […]
SPRINGFIELD – On April 16, 2025, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) and the Illinois Finance Authority (IFA) closed the State of Illinois Clean Water Initiative Revolving Fund Revenue and Refunding Bonds, Series 2025 (Green Bonds), and successfully yield $544.2 million of proceeds for Illinois EPA’s State Revolving Fund (SRF) Programs. “Illinois continues to receive strong bids from the bond market, amid the economic uncertainty being created on the federal level,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Our strong fiscal discipline is allowing us to save taxpayers money, while also providing local governments the capital to replace lead pipes and create economic opportunities across the state.” Consistent with prior bond issues, Fitch Ratings and S&P Global Ratings, the Series 2025 Green Bonds were priced at a premium on March 31 and April 1. These new funds will support Illinois EPA’s mission of financing critical water infrastructure
EAST ST. LOUIS — During Teacher Appreciation Week, East St. Louis School District 189 has recognized Imani Dyson, an 11th-grade English teacher at East St. Louis Senior High School, for her dedication to student learning and instructional excellence. The district highlighted Ms. Dyson in its Teacher Appreciation Spotlight, noting her collaborative approach and use of data to guide her teaching methods. Assistant Principal Delicia Ferrell praised Ms. Dyson, saying, “Ms. Dyson is collaborative and uses data to drive her instruction. Her classes are always engaging and rigorous, and she encourages her students to be independent thinkers.” The East St. Louis School District expressed gratitude for Ms. Dyson’s efforts in creating a classroom environment where students are challenged, supported and inspired. The recognition reflects the district’s commitment to honoring educators who contribute to shaping strong and thoughtful learners. Thank you to
NJT Presents the Pulitzer Prize-Winning ‘The Heidi Chronicles’ May 29-June 15 NJT will presents The Heidi Chronicles, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play by celebrated playwright Wendy Wasserstein. The production will run from May 29 through June 15, under the direction of frequent NJT collaborator Ellie Schwetye. A landmark of American theatre, The Heidi […]
Missouri American Water customers will soon see changes in their bills, as state regulators have approved a $63 million revenue increase for the utility.
SPRINGFIELD – Today, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) announced that it resolved multiple complaints of unpaid wages and is distributing more than $483,000 to affected workers. The payments are part of a settlement agreement reached with Beecher, Illinois-based contractor, Bulk Storage, Inc. In addition to the wages recovered for the workers involved in the claims, the Contractor will pay $85,000 in penalties to IDOL. “This agreement underscores the importance of ensuring that workers are paid the wages they’ve earned and are owed,” said Illinois Department of Labor Director Jane Flanagan. “Recovering these funds not only makes these workers whole but underscores that every employer on public works and construction projects is expected to follow the law and uphold their obligations.” After an investigation, IDOL determined the Contractor failed to pay wages and/or benefits to more than three dozen workers as required under the Illinois Prevailing
O’FALLON, Ill. — Nathan T. Smith was sentenced Tuesday, May 6, 2025, to 40 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections after pleading guilty to first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of Ivan J. Marshall. The conviction stems from the May 22, 2022, shooting death of Marshall, a 20-year-old employee at Bella Milano restaurant in O’Fallon, Ill., who was fatally shot in the restaurant’s rear parking lot. Smith was the last of four individuals charged and convicted in connection with Marshall’s death. The other convicted defendants are Darrayvia D. Crump of Cahokia Heights, who was convicted of armed violence and sentenced to 20 years; Nautica A. Young, also of Cahokia Heights, convicted of armed robbery and sentenced to 21 years; and Shadajah J. Denton, of Cahokia Heights, convicted of armed robbery and sentenced to 25 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. The O’Fallon Police Department acknowledged the assistance of the Major Case
A bond document obtained by the Post-Dispatch shows Maryville seeks $20.5 million in bonds to infuse artificial intelligence, or AI, into recruitment and the classroom.
President Donald Trump said that he will pull the nomination of conservative activist Ed Martin Jr. to be the top federal prosecutor for the nation’s capital, after a key Republican senator said he could not support him for the job due to his defense of Jan. 6 rioters.
A new musical featuring the music of Foreigner is set to open next year in Long Island, New York.Feels Like The First Time – The Foreigner Musical is a collaboration…
Trump was never about law and order. He cozied up to cops and praised police brutality, but when push came to literal shove, he sat back and watched his supporters attack law enforcement officers and commit federal crimes for the sole purpose of destroying democracy itself. Now that he’s back in office, he’s back to […]
On any day nationwide, millions of youth leave school without a supervising adult. That leads to, among other issues, boredom. A 2003 survey of teens and parents found that bored teens reported making poorer choices. Teens who are engaged increase their academic skills, engage other teens and contribute positively to the community. That is why it is incumbent upon our community to engage teens in positive activities and provide constructive opportunities that foster positive growth toward adulthood.…
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