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Residents of five Missouri Senate districts – and perhaps a sixth – will have to wait until this fall to learn if the boundaries will be revised. At the end of a day-long trial Wednesday, Cole County Circuit Judge Jon Beetem directed attorneys challenging and defending the map drawn last year to submit final briefs […]

The post Judge hears challenge Missouri Senate redistricting plan splitting Buchanan County, Hazelwood appeared first on Missouri Independent.

SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Secretary of State’s office launched a redesign of its website, making it easier to navigate and adding new functions for services that users can access remotely, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced today. “The revamped website is more intuitive and prioritizes our most popular programs and services so customers can find the information they want and need faster and more conveniently,” Giannoulias said. “Whether it’s renewing your driver’s license, searching for information about a business or looking for a job, making these changes and adding new functionality to the website reflect our commitment to residents and understanding their needs.” Along with creating a new and consistent look throughout the website that is easier to view and navigate, other enhancements include: Simplifying the homepage to prominently feature key services and most frequently sought information. Consolidating th

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This is my fifteenth update to the citizens of the 111 th district, as your State Representative. The state’s fiscal year 2024 budget took effect on July 1 st . The budget appropriates approximately $50.4 billion, including $9.8 billion (19.5%) towards pensions, $12.9 billion (25.6%) towards K-12 and higher education, and $10.3 billion (20.4%) towards human services. Fiscal year 2024 revenues are estimated to be approximately $50.6 billion, per the Governor’s office figures. As the House Republican Deputy Budgeteer, I had a very busy spring session, as we analyzed the Governor’s proposed budget, attended budget working group meetings, and advocated for our priorities to be included in the budget. While no Republicans voted for the budget, and three Senate Democrats also voted no, there are many worthy programs funded, such as investments in early childhood programs under the Governor’s Smart Start initiative, a new teacher retention program for districts

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ALTON - Webster Temple, COGIC, 1100 Highland Avenue in Alton will host a Vacation Bible School on Aug. 10-12. On Aug. 10-11, it will be from 6-8 p.m. and on Aug. 12, 10-3 p.m. Pastor Sancho Williams is the host pastor and Rosetta Brown is director. Ages 5 and up are welcome. "We will have children and adult classes," Brown said. "There will be crafts, food, music, lessons and fun." Please contact 618-580-2394 for more information.

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Final briefs in the case are due Aug. 15, and Beetem is expected to issue a decision sometime after that.

Recent changes to Twitter are wreaking havoc on the Missouri State Highway Patrol when issue an AMBER Alert.

MoDOT officials expect to begin construction a year from now on the multi-year widening of the cross-state interstate recently funded by the Legislature.

SPRINGFIELD - East St Louis District 189 will receive $50,000 in funding from a recent Illinois Arts Council Agency/Illinois State Board Of Education Grant. The Illinois Arts Council Agency (IACA), in cooperation with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), announced grant recipients today. The agencies said they have awarded thirteen grants to districts and schools across the state for arts and foreign language education. The Arts and Foreign Language Education Grant Program (AFL) is designed to assist school districts and other eligible applicants with the development or enhancement of curricular programs in the arts or foreign language. "World language and arts courses are essential to a well-rounded education, yet students’ access to these critical learning opportunities is all too often determined by affluency. This grant program will allow us to expand access to arts and world language education that all of our students deserve," said State Superintendent of Educatio

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Weather permitting, FReSh RAiN will be performing live at the City of Overland, Missouri Parks and Recreation’s FREE Concert in the Park on Wednesday, July 12th, 6 PM – 8

The post Overland FREE Concert in the Park – FReSh RAiN appeared first on Explore St. Louis.

Mother Nature was more than some systems could handle after recent severe weather hit the St. Louis region. But not every call is necessarily a 911 emergency.

CHICAGO – The Powerball jackpot has been increased from $725 million to $750 million for tonight’s drawing - making it the sixth largest Powerball jackpot and the 10th largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history. Illinois Lottery players have been lining up around the block and jumping online to grab a ticket for tonight’s draw, while some players are already celebrating after winning big in Monday night’s draw. Two lucky Illinois Lottery players matched four numbers and the Powerball to win $50,000 each in Monday’s drawing, July 10. This is also a win for the retailers that sold those winning tickets, as they will receive a bonus of 1% of the prize amount. Nearly 114,000 other prizes, ranging from $4 to $50,000, were won in Monday’s Powerball drawing. Winners have one year from the date of the winning draw in which to claim their prize. The Illinois Lottery encourages all lucky winners to write their name on the back of their ticket and keep

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EDWARDSVILLE - Sivia Law is addressing allegations of workplace religious discrimination made against the company in a recent legal case. As a company who exercises its right to publicly profess a business that aligns with principles of faith, Sivia Law stands firmly behind its practices of upholding the rights and respecting the beliefs of all employees. The case filed against Sivia Law alleges religious discrimination in the workplace, which the company takes very seriously. Some of the instances in question include: optional prayer prior to company meetings, a Bible verse being sent to all staff by a non-management employee on his/her own accord, and holding a meeting in a church common area not used for religious practices. “It is essential to note that our company firmly believes in respecting the beliefs and practices of its employees,” stated Attorney Todd Sivia. “Although our firm is founded on godly values, we have established policies and procedures

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We’ve noted for decades how US broadband caps are little more than a predatory cash grab. The usage limits and overage fees have zero real technical function and don’t manage congestion. Instead they’re little more than a glorified price hike; a way for regional telecom monopolies to nickel-and-dime captive customers, charging them more money for […]

Enterprise Holdings Inc. on Wednesday gave $7 million in local grants to more than 600 nonprofits across the globe as part of its “ROAD Forward” initiative.

Cole Wendler, 23, is facing multiple felonies for driving under the influence and the death of a driver and front-seat passenger over the weekend.

State Rep. Crystal Quade may have serious competition to lead the Democratic ticket in next year’s gubernatorial election.

ALTON - A vehicle crashed in the 3000 block of Brown Street in Alton at 7:40 a.m. Wednesday. The accident caused 10 customers to have their power knocked out. Ameren Illinois workers responded to the accident to restore the power. Ameren Illinois was at the scene working on the power for about three hours. The pole was replaced and the wires were repaired. There were no injuries in the accident and no other information about the cause of the crash, but Alton Police has it under investigation.

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