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State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) issued a statement following the passage of a budget by Democratic lawmakers that allocates more than $53 billion for Fiscal Year 2025.

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Carbondale Reporter area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Carbondale Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

4.7% of Williamson County residents considered unemployed in 2021

The unemployment rate in Williamson County hit 4.7% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

Illinois General Assembly passes budget with record spending amid tax hikes

The Illinois General Assembly has passed Governor JB Pritzker's budget, which includes nearly a billion dollars in new taxes and sets a record for government spending at over $53 billion. This represents an increase of almost $13 billion, or 32%, since Pritzker took office. The surge in spending was driven by temporary emergency COVID funds and higher-than-expected state revenue. Critics argue that the budget creates new programs and increases permanent spending, including around a billion dollars annually on programs for non-citizens, such as top-tier healthcare. Senate...

Bost criticizes Trump trial verdict as politically motivated

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) released a statement today in response to the jury's guilty verdict in former President Donald Trump’s New York trial.

Korey Bunselmeyer, former Trico Senior High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

His team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

Rep. Severin criticizes $53.1 billion Illinois budget over tax hikes and immigrant services

By Carbondale Reporter | May 29, 2024

State Representative Dave Severin has voiced his opposition to a $53.1 billion spending plan, which was passed exclusively by Democratic lawmakers. Severin criticized the budget for its tax increases and allocations towards services for undocumented immigrants.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Williamson County in week ending May 25

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

Severin attends Memorial Day services in Bluford and Mount Vernon

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) expressed his honor and emotional response during Memorial Day services in Bluford and Mt. Vernon. Severin extended his gratitude to the mayors and city staffs for organizing the events.

Senator Bryant advises southern Illinois residents post-storm

State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) is advising residents and businesses in southern Illinois on best practices following severe thunderstorms and tornadoes that occurred Sunday evening.

There were 114 Asian students enrolled in Williamson County districts in 2021-22 school year

In Williamson County districts, 114 Asian students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Enrollment Analysis: Asian students comprised 2.2% of Jackson County’s districts student body in 2021-22 school year

In the 2021-22 school year, 2.2% of students enrolled in Jackson County school districts identified as Asian.

Rep. Severin honors fallen soldiers on Memorial Day

Rep. Severin Honors Fallen Soldiers on Memorial Day

Severin advises Southern Illinois residents post-storm

State Representative Dave Severin has issued guidance to local residents and businesses in Southern Illinois following severe thunderstorms and tornadoes that struck the region on Sunday evening.

Rep. Paul Jacobs offers advice after major storm damage in southern Illinois

State Representative Paul Jacobs is advising local residents on best practices following severe thunderstorms and tornadoes that struck southern Illinois on Sunday evening.

Rep. Jacobs honors fallen soldiers on Memorial Day