Lawmakers approve bills easing driving tests on seniors, limits on student fines
By BEN SZALINSKI & PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois [email protected] SPRINGFIELD — Road tests to renew driver’s licenses could be a thing of the past for many seniors in Illinois under a bill unanimously approved Wednesday by the Illinois House. The House voted 114-0 to approve House Bill 1226, which would raise the age that…
Read MoreBill Banning Dwarfism Slur as Mascot Passes House
By BRIDGETTE FOX Capitol News Illinois [email protected] SPRINGFIELD — The House passed a bill Tuesday that would ban public schools from using mascots that discriminate against people with disabilities. The bill, if signed into law, currently would affect just one high school in St. Clair County. Freeburg Community High School’s mascot, the “Midgets,” is…
Read MoreRobert “Bob” Nolan
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Nolan. He was a dear husband to his wife Linda and wonderful father of four rambunctious boys (Chris of Tennessee, Sean,deceased, Illinois, Scott of Wyoming and Jim of Oregon) and Grandad of 12, Great Grandad of 11 and Great, Great Grandad of…
Read MoreDiane C. Voss
Diane C. Voss, nee Plab, 74, of Mascoutah, IL, born July 18, 1950, in Belleville, IL died Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Belleville Memorial Hospital. Diane was a retired elementary school teacher after 33 years of service. She was a member of the National Education Association and Illinois Retired Teachers Association (IRTA). She is preceded…
Read MoreKim Francis Lobring
September 30, 1951 – April 1, 2025 Kim Francis Lobring, CMSgt USAF, Ret., age 73 of Gulfport, MS, died Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at his residence. Lobring was born September 30, 1951, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Carl and Otillia (Herbert) Lobring; and they preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by…
Read MoreRalph E. Sauerhage
Ralph E. Sauerhage, 91, of Oakdale, IL, born July 18, 1933, in Ava, IL, died Friday April 4, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Ralph was a grain farmer. He was a member of the American Legion Post 683 in St. Libory, IL, the National Rifle Association, and a United States Army veteran. …
Read MoreCharles E. Lee
Charles E. Lee, 88, of Mascoutah, IL was called to the Lord on April 2, 2025. He was born in Allisona, TN, on April 25, 1936, the son of Louise, nee McMurray, and Samuel Thomas Lee. He was the eldest of three children. After graduating high school in 1954, Charles joined the U.S. Air Force…
Read MoreTrump Administration Blocks More Than $400M In Funding For Illinois Health Programs
By BEN SZALINSKI &JADE AUBREY Capitol News Illinois news@capitolnewsillinois com SPRINGFIELD — President Donald Trump’s administration is pulling back $477 million from Illinois that was to be used to prevent infectious disease and treat mental health and substance abuse issues. The Illinois Department of Public Health announced this week the federal Centers for Disease Control…
Read MoreDespite Trump Order, Illinois Won’t Require Voter Proof Of Citizenship
By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois [email protected] SPRINGFIELD — Illinois voters casting ballots in the April 1 consolidated elections will not be required to show proof of U.S. citizenship, despite an executive order issued this week by President Donald Trump. On Tuesday, March 25, Trump issued an executive order directing federal agencies to implement and…
Read MoreMascoutah and Lebanon Election Results
Lebanon Election Results Mayoral Race: Winner: Charles Witty – 50% (368 votes) James D. Missey – 31% (230 votes) Ulanda Branch – 9% (69 votes) George Fero – 8% (62 votes) Voter Turnout: 25% of 3,090 registered voters City Clerk: Winner: Paul Grob – 64% (467 votes) Robert “Bobby” Davis – 27% (200 votes) Soni…
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