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Though states are missing out on billions in unpaid tax dollars, few have any mechanism to measure how much is being lost, according to a new report. The so-called tax gap — the difference between the taxes legally owed to the government and the amount paid — receives scant state attention, researchers from The Pew […]

ALTON – An effort to subject the Alton mayor’s appointees to one-year term limits and yearly City Council approval has been delayed for three years. Committee of the Whole members voted 5-2 this week to postpone a resolution calling for an ordinance to limit the terms of appointed officials to no more than one year without City Council approval. Alton Mayor David Goins quickly voiced his disapproval of the measure when it came up for a vote. “I absolutely disagree with

Robert Plant is headed to late-night TV.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and his band Saving Grace are set to perform on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on…

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ALTON - A powerful dove release ceremony is planned for grieving mothers. At 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Killion Park, the group MOTHERS Unique will come together to read the names of their kids, pray, and release doves in honor of their loved ones. The community is invited to attend, and any mother who has lost a child can pay $50 to read their child’s name and release a dove. Proceeds from the fundraiser go to MOTHERS Unique and their work to support grieving mothers. “When

Illinois lawmakers have rewritten House Bill 1429 to focus on local enforcement standards for regulating unsheltered homelessness, prohibiting fines and arrests for life-sustaining activities on public property unless there is an imminent risk to public safety.

City officials said Tuesday they would board up all the units by the end of the week, but several residents said they had no idea where they'd go.

The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department dispelled a rumor regarding photos and video circulating social media Tuesday morning.

In contrast to highly partisan debates over many other issues, state lawmakers of all political stripes are joining forces to pass legislation to increase the supply of housing. The policies attracting support range from requiring cities to allow manufactured homes in areas with single-family homes to easing regulations for accessory dwelling units to allowing housing […]

GODFREY - Residents at Beverly Farm in Godfrey were visited by the Easter Bunny as members of the Godfrey Women’s Club distributed 86 Easter baskets filled with treats, candy, and a Beanie Baby, in a community project now in its 13th or 14th year. The bunny was played by Godfrey Women’s Club member Susan Marshall, according to information provided by the club. Residents “were very happy to see the Easter Bunny,” and the visit “brought many smiles and laughter.”

The amusement park will be rebranded to "Mid-America by Enchanted Parks" in an homage to its original name, Six Flags Over Mid-America.

Sebastian Bach gave music fans a taste of what his upcoming shows with Twisted Sister may sound like.The former Skid Row frontman was headlining a solo show in Nashville Monday,…

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