southern illinois

The Democratic Party of Illinois collaborated with The Doula Lab and Nurture Birth & Health, two Black women-led organizations in the Metro East region that work to support families and reduce maternal and infant health inequities. #democraticparty #health

“The evidence shows that he was running a mini gun factory out of his house,” Tom Leggans, an assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, told the jury on Tuesday afternoon during closing arguments of the two-day trial in Benton. #benton #3dprint #convicted

“Campers should be free to gather around a campfire with friends and family without having to check with the government first,” Bailey said. #campfire #permit

The Commission approved a $73 million rate increase for Ameren and $168 million increase for Nicor, which were more than 40% lower than what the utilities had requested. #gas #utilities #ameren

The lieutenant governor candidate said he and the campaign team are relying on faith and community support as they process the tragedy. #aarondelmar #darrenbailey #zachbailey

DeBose outlined several priorities for his campaign, including blocking tax increases, eliminating wasteful spending, and lowering utility bills by rolling back energy mandates. #campaign

Republican congressional candidate Dillan Vancil criticized the state’s priorities and said taxpayer funds should be spent widening deadly stretches of Highway 34, which locals have pushed to fix for decades. #project

Jacobs, a tough-on-crime conservative Republican known for championing Southern Illinois values, says he is running to ensure the region continues to have strong, principled leadership in Springfield. #campaign

“I’m proud to stand with President Trump and the America First movement as we push back against the radical left and put our communities first.” #election

“Country artists are a crowd favorite in southern Illinois, and we are excited to bring Jake Owen to the Du Quoin State Fair.” #concert