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Cities located within Gallatin County recorded four lawyers in good standing to practice law as of December 2023.

Lawmakers Take Up Assault Weapon Ban Rules

Lawmakers in Springfield convened to discuss new permanent rules for the state's "assault weapons" ban proposed by the Illinois State Police (ISP). The bipartisan and bicameral Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) met to address concerns regarding the existing emergency rules and propose changes, additions, and clarifications.Critics have expressed concerns about the ambiguity of both the emergency and permanent rules, fearing that they may cause confusion among gun owners. The lack of clarity could leave individuals unsure about which firearms, parts, and...

On Wednesday, January 17, former Waukesha South High School standout Daniel Robinson’s college team won in an NJCAA game

The Wabash Valley Warriors won 82-74 in their NJCAA game against the Lake Land Lakers on Wednesday, January 17.

On Wednesday, January 17, former Minnesota Prep High School standout Mujahiid Burton’s college team won in an NJCAA game

The game took place in Mattoon, Illinois.

Mileo Murphy-Patterson, former Florida Sports Academy standout, played on Wednesday, January 17 in NJCAA game

The game took place in Mattoon, Illinois.

On Wednesday, January 17, former Bull City Prep Academy standout Jamar Sanders’ college team won in an NJCAA game

The game took place in Mattoon, Illinois.

On Wednesday, January 17, Jeffersonville High School standout Brandon Rayzer-Moore competed in NJCAA game

The Wabash Valley Warriors won 82-74 in their NJCAA game against the Lake Land Lakers on Wednesday, January 17.

Test expectations: How many Geff Community Consolidated School District 14 students failed to meet the Math IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

In the 2021-22 school year, 74% of Geff Community Consolidated School District 14 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Test expectations: How many students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations in Wabash Community Unit School District 348 in 2021-22 school year?

In the 2021-22 school year, 15.3% of Wabash Community Unit School District 348 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

$139,658 in County School Facility Tax collected in October for White County

In October, White County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Wayne County Education: Which district had most students enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

Fairfield Public School District 112 stood out in Wayne County with 614 students enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

1 lawyer in good standing in cities in Edwards County as of December 2023

There was one lawyer in good standing in cities in Edwards County as of December 2023.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Southeastern Edwards County: Precinct Dixon

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 132 voters in Southeastern Edwards County: Precinct Dixon cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

12th Congressional District candidate Darren Bailey to engage with voters at Trenton’s Hank’s Bowl

Darren Bailey, a candidate for the 12th Congressional District, is preparing to engage with voters in an unconventional setting. On January 30, from 5 to 7 p.m., Bailey will host a "Meet & Greet" event at Hank’s Bowl, a distinguished establishment located at 29 W Illinois St. in Trenton.

Hamilton County residents pay $18,350 in County Sales Tax in October

In October, Hamilton County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Q4 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from White County convicted of a financial crime or fraud set for supervised release

There was one offender convicted of a financial crime or fraud living in White County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the SE Illinois News.

White County collects $27,967 in County Sales Tax in October

In October, White County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

How did Northern Edwards County: Precinct Salem 2 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a SE Illinois News analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 374 voters in Northern Edwards County: Precinct Salem 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Grayville Community Unit School District 1: How many students met or exceeded expectations in Math in 2021-22 school year?

In the 2021-22 school year, 17.5% of Grayville Community Unit School District 1 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Fairfield Public School District 112: How many students failed Math test in 2021-22 school year?