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CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) released today 2026 Plan Year rates for the Get Covered Illinois Marketplace . Similar to national trends impacting states across the country, Illinois’ average rate increase is rising due to the devastating impacts of Trump’s budget bill, which will result in the loss of the federal enhanced premium tax credits (ePTCs) as well as a much higher rate of uninsured Illinoisans, thereby increasing the cost of care. While health plan availability and rates vary based on where consumers live, the statewide weighted average rate increase for individual plans is 28.8 percent compared to last year. These increases could be substantially reduced if Congress decides to extend the federal enhanced premium tax credits (ePTCs) which have played a pivotal role in lowering costs and driving enrollment increases nationally. Preliminary estimates would place the average rate increase in Illinois at approximately 10 percentage point

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On average, it took less than two weeks for a governor's request for a presidential disaster declaration to be granted in the 1990s and early 2000s.

"We could survive easily with a total freeze of property taxes," St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann said. Property taxes comprise 5.6% of the county's budget, he said.

Had the boundaries been in place in 2020, Republicans would have secured double-digit margins of victory in seven of the eight Missouri congressional districts, a Post-Dispatch analysis found.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office confirmed that the body is that of Stacy Jay-Malcom.

BELLEVILLE — Three young Belleville area men were recently honored with the Eagle Scout rank, the highest achievement in the Boy Scouts of America. Sultan Al-Uqdah Jr., 15, a sophomore at Althoff Catholic High School, and twins Khalil and Khalif Morehead, both longtime Scouts, received the distinction that only 4 to 6 percent of Scouts nationwide attain. Al-Uqdah has been involved in scouting since he was about 8 years old. Khalil and Khalif began their participation at age 10. Khalil attends Belleville East High School, while Khalif is enrolled in a high school program at Southwestern Illinois College. State Representative Kevin Schmidt congratulated the new Eagle Scouts, saying, “Congratulations Khalif Morehead, Khalil Morehead, and Sultan Al-Uqdah!” Althoff Catholic High School also issued a statement celebrating Sultan’s accomplishment, calling it “an amazing achievement.” The Eagle Scout rank requires completion of an extensive

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ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department announced that they have positively identified a man five years after his body was found. According to police, a body was found in the River Des Peres at Chippewa Street in south St. Louis on the evening of July 17, 2020. A DNA profile was created, [...]

The Doors are continuing the celebration of their 60th anniversary with a new Blu-ray set with audio upgrades of all their albums.The Doors – Immersed 1967-1971 drops on Oct. 24. It will feature…

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JERSEYVILLE – A Jerseyville woman previously charged with theft faces new felonies after allegedly burglarizing a home and vehicle in Jerseyville. Ciara R. Young, 32, of Jerseyville, was charged on Sept. 4, 2025 with one count each of residential burglary (a Class 1 felony) and burglary to a motor vehicle (a Class 2 felony). Young allegedly entered a residence in the 200 block of North Lafayette Street in Jerseyville without authority and with the intent to commit a theft on Sept. 2, 2025. On the same day, she also reportedly burglarized a motor vehicle which was located in the 200 block of North Liberty Street. Young had previously been charged with retail theft after stealing over $300 worth of merchandise from the Jerseyville Walmart in February of 2024. She was initially granted pretrial release from custody in that case, but her release was revoked after she failed to appear in court. Young’s pretrial release had also been revoked in two felony cases of theft

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A Jefferson County woman was found dead just over a week after her husband was found murdered in their home.

Prosecutors this week dropped animal abuse charges against a man accused of keeping nearly two dozen dogs at a small brick home in north St. Louis.

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — Officers Cody Randolph and Slater McView graduated from the Police Academy on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, marking the beginning of their careers serving the community in Fairview Heights. Both Fairview Heights Police officers bring military experience to their new roles. Officer Randolph, who served as the class president, and Officer Slater, recognized with an award in defensive tactics, expressed readiness to assist residents in the city. The Fairview Heights Police Department welcomed the new officers, emphasizing their commitment to serving the community every day in a city that values its citizens. "We are proud to have them!" the Fairview Heights Police Department said in a statement.

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The Association of Medical Facility Professionals (AMFP) Greater St. Louis Chapter is inviting members and partners to an exclusive hard-hat tour of the new Family Care Health Centers project, currently under construction by Kadean Construction. The tour, set for Wednesday, September 17th, offers participants an inside look at how this project is advancing healthcare access […]

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — Human remains were discovered Monday morning, Sept. 8, 2025, in the 800 block of Strodtman Road, located within the Columbia Bottom Conservation Area, prompting an ongoing investigation by the St. Louis County Police Department. Officers from the North County Precinct responded to a call at 11:46 a.m. Sept. 8, 2025, reporting the discovery of the remains. Detectives from the Bureau of Crimes Against Persons are leading the investigation. As of now, authorities have not identified the remains or determined the cause of death. The investigation remains active, and officials have not released additional details. Police are asking anyone with information to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210. Those wishing to remain anonymous or who may be eligible for a reward can reach out to CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477). Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

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A Berkeley man appeared in St. Louis County Circuit Court Tuesday morning to face charges for killing his roommate.

EDWARDSVILLE - During their work session on Sept. 8, 2025, the Edwardsville Community Unit School District #7 voted unanimously to approve extensions for the Edwardsville High School track chutes. Superintendent Dr. Patrick Shelton explained that the ongoing track and field construction project has revealed a safety issue with the existing track chutes. There are two options to extend the chutes. “Last week as they were finishing the excavation and getting ready to pour the asphalt, it came to our attention that some of the chutes on the west side of the track on the north and south were not the length that they needed to be from a safety perspective,” Shelton explained. Shelton said the district reached out to Byrne & Jones Construction, who responded that, “for some reason, that was out of the scope.” They also spoke to the track and field coaches about their options and what they need to keep their runners safe. Shelton presented two options to

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