Reitz to retire after 14 years in Illinois House
State Rep. Dan Reitz of Steeleville announces retirement after 14 years representing parts of Monroe, Randolph, St. Clair and Perry counties. He aims to finish the current session and spend time with family, praising his district work and the Sparta World Shooting Complex as a local economic boost.
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Costello seeks state legislature seat in district 116
Jerry Costello Jr. aims for a vacant state House seat in the 116th district, saying politics runs in his blood while backers note he would be a strong fit. Party chairs in St Clair Monroe Perry and Randolph counties weigh timelines and other candidates as they consider a May or later appointment.
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Life expectancy varies by region in southern Illinois
Phelps and State Senator Forby push more funding for CHESI as life expectancy lags in impoverished rural areas. Delta Regional Authority co chair Chris Masingill says healthier communities drive a stronger economy and cites Jackson County's leading local rates.
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Illinois tourism boosts state revenue and ad campaign
State sees seventh place in international visitors and a 4 percent rise in travel tax revenue. Illinois reports a $93.5 million increase in state and local tax receipts, hotel and motel taxes at $184.5 million, and stronger April May inquiries by 8.2 percent. Advertising expands to TV, Midwest Living magazines, and the Enjoy Illinois Facebook page growth, highlighted by Magnificent Getaways Giveaways contest and quadrupled membership.
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Dane Pleads Guilty in Sidnee Stephens Murder
Dane, 18 at the time, admits to entering Stephens home on July 19, choking her unconscious, loading her into a car trunk, driving to Beaucoup Creek and shooting her two to four times. He pushed the body into the creek and later returned to weigh it down. Stephens' mother Tracy fainted at the plea. Other teens linked to the case face charges with hearings set in July and August.
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