Local Government

State Representative Dave Severin has announced that applications for free Illinois Harvest Truck permits are now open.

On September 4, 1991, Illinois named the bluegill as its official state fish.

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) has called for the repeal of Illinois’ TRUST Act and the state’s sanctuary policies.

Illinois’ decision to eliminate cash bail has drawn national attention following an executive order signed by President Trump on August 25.

Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant shared updates on local events at the DuQuoin State Fair and welcomed Manner Polymers to Jefferson County in late August 2025.

Illinois State Representative Dave Severin marked Illinois Constitution Day by reflecting on the state’s constitutional history.

A group of Illinois House Republican lawmakers have introduced a set of bills aimed at providing financial relief to working families in the state.

Boys & Girls Club of Southern Illinois, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $100,000 grant…

John A. Logan College, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive two grants totaling $3,675,590 in FY2024,…

Republican lawmakers from Southern Illinois met with local Chambers of Commerce on Thursday for the annual Regional Chamber of Commerce Legislative Summit in Marion.

FOIA Request to City of Herrin regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025.

FOIA Request to City of Carterville regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

FOIA Request to City of Johnston regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

FOIA Request to City of Carbondale regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) has criticized Governor JB Pritzker’s decision to sign House Bill 460, a new law that extends financial aid eligibility to all Illinois residents, regardless of…

Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant posted criticisms of Senate Bill 328 on August 16, citing concerns for jobs and families.

Governor JB Pritzker has signed Senate Bill 328 into law, expanding the ability for individuals across the country to file lawsuits against businesses registered in Illinois, regardless of whether the…

As the new school year approaches, many Illinois families are preparing for the financial demands that come with sending children back to school.

State Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) has criticized Governor JB Pritzker’s decision to sign SB 328 into law, describing it as a move that will benefit trial lawyers at the expense…

State Senator Terri Bryant is urging the state to take immediate action to address a critical scour hole in the Stringtown Levee located in rural Monroe County.

In 2022, government transfers contributed 24.4% of income in Williamson County. How does this compare to historical figures?

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) hosted the annual Senior Citizens Health and Wellness Fair in Mount Vernon, drawing more than 150 local seniors.

Illinois has a long history of citizen-soldiers, dating back to the early 1700s when local militiamen secured trading routes under French rule.

FOIA Request to Jackson County Sheriff’s Office regarding number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.