Illinois Department of Revenue announces Jan. 26 start to 2026 income tax season
By Tribune Staff • CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) announced on Jan. 20 that it will begin accepting 2026 individual income tax returns on Monday, January 26, the same day the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) opens the federal filing season. The deadline to file Illinois returns is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. IDOR…
Read MoreDepartment on Aging seeks nominations for Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame
By Tribune Staff • SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is seeking nominations for the 2026 induction class of the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame, which honors the accomplishments of Illinois residents aged 65 and older. “Senior Illinoisans across the state carry unique histories, perspectives and accomplishments that deserve to be celebrated,” said…
Read MoreUniversity of Wisconsin-Eau Claire fall dean’s list announced
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is proud to recognize the outstanding academic achievements of the Blugolds who have earned a place on the Dean’s List. Their commitment to excellence exemplifies the highest standards of scholarship at UW-Eau Claire. Congratulations on this remarkable accomplishment! Eligibility Requirements At the end of each semester,…
Read MoreHistorically dry conditions in 2025 boost drought issues
By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek Drought, flooding, tornadoes, severe thunderstorms and extreme temperature swings; 2025 had it all and it varied drastically by location, making last year a memorable one from a weather standpoint for many Illinois farmers. State Climatologist Trent Ford, with the Illinois State Water Survey, reviewed weather statistics from 2025 and events that…
Read MoreBudzinski, Schrier introduce legislation to lower co-pays, deductibles
By Tribune Staff • WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) and Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) introduced the Capping Costs for Consumers Act, legislation aimed at lowering out-of-pocket costs amid continued Republican inaction to extend critical tax credits that lower healthcare costs. “Families shouldn’t have to make impossible choices between paying for a…
Read MoreEdwardsville man faces federal arson charge for igniting Alton business
By Tribune Staff • EAST ST. LOUIS – An Edwardsville man is facing a federal arson charge for allegedly setting fire to an insurance office building in Alton. A federal grand jury charged Jason Dawson, 38, with one count of arson. According to charging documents, Dawson is accused of setting fire to an insurance office…
Read MoreFederal lawsuit challenges Illinois Election Laws that remove candidates, deny voters meaningful choice
By Tribune Staff • CHICAGO — A federal lawsuit filed Jan. 26 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois challenges Illinois election laws that plaintiffs say unconstitutionally restrict ballot access, suppress political competition, and prevent voters from having a meaningful choice in statewide elections. As his email on Jan. 30, stated,…
Read MoreIce training exercise at Tri-Township Park Lake on Feb. 1
The Troy Fire Protection District will conduct an ice rescue training exercise on Feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents may notice emergency personnel, fire and EMS apparatus around the lake, on the ice and in the water. This is a scheduled training event designed to prepare emergency responders for cold water and…
Read MoreQuincy University releases fall 2025 Dean’s List
Quincy University released its Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester. Honorees must earn a semester grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) to be included in the biannual Dean’s List. In total, 379 students received the honor during the Fall 2025 semester. Local students on the list are: Glen Carbon,…
Read MoreCollinsville officers, telecommunicators receive SILEC/SIPCA awards
by Randy Pierce • Three officers and two telecommunicators with the Collinsville Police Department, along with two deputies from the Madison County Sheriff’s Department and one of its telecommunicators, are recipients of awards presented at the 33rd annual recognition event hosted jointly by the Southwestern Illinois Law Enforcement Commission (SILEC) and the Southern Illinois Police…
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