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By Ben Szalinski and Andrew Adams Capitol News Illinois In a hot gymnasium on Chicago’s South Side, Gov. JB Pritzker announced last Thursday morning he’s running for a potentially historic third term as governor. In his announcement speech, Pritzker said he is running to “protect” the story he’s been telling about Illinois — one that…

Birth to Five Illinois has released several key pieces that highlight another year of progress: an Impact Report, infographics for every Illinois Region, and an animated Action Plan video. Together, these tools underscore Birth to Five Illinois’ commitment to advancing Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) through authentic, community-led solutions. Impact Report The Birth to…

Illinois Farm Bureau and the Illinois Press Foundation today announce the awarding of grants to 26 high school journalism efforts throughout the state. The awards are part of the Illinois High School Journalism Grants Program offered by the Illinois Press Foundation and financially sponsored for a fourth consecutive year by Illinois Farm Bureau. More than…

By Steven Spencer A 40-year-old Wilsonville man was taken into custody last week after a string of burglaries in Calhoun County and Pike County. Casey W. Sobberi, of Wilsonville, is facing multiple charges in both Calhoun and Pike counties following a series of burglaries to local businesses, including the Jiffi Stop in Pleasant Hill, Flowers…

By Steven Spencer Area Democratic party organizations are sponsoring a Town Hall meeting from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. this Saturday, June 28, at the Jersey County Governmental Building located at 200 North Lafayette Street in Jerseyville.