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McLean County taxpayers give $117,634 in County Sales Tax in February

In February, McLean County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

By McLean County Times | Apr 26, 2025

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2022: Correlation between aging and increasing government transfer dependency in McLean County?

Since 1970, McLean County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 4.6%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 8.2%.

By McLean County Times | Apr 26, 2025

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Livingston County collects $67,806 in County Sales Tax in February

By McLean County Times | Apr 25, 2025

In February, Livingston County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Illinois estate tax reform and farm safety legislation under review

By McLean County Times | Apr 25, 2025

Rep. Bunting is addressing key agricultural and road safety issues in Illinois.

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Community leaders join Women to Watch event at Capitol

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

This week, the House Republican caucus organized its annual Women to Watch leadership event at the Capitol.

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High school students experience state government through Sen. Balkema's Youth Advisory Council

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

State Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) recently organized a Youth Advisory Council (YAC) for high school students from the 53rd Senate District at the Illinois State Capitol.

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McLean County: Medicare transfers accounted for 3.4% of income in 2022

By McLean County Times | Apr 24, 2025

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 3.4% of income in McLean County, providing an average of $2,007 per capita to residents.

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Senators seek federal guidance on fairness in women's sports in Illinois

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

Members of the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus have reached out to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi for guidance on ensuring the fairness of girls' and women's sports in Illinois high schools.

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Illinois representatives discuss future of agriculture and farm safety

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

I joined two of my House colleagues – and fellow farmers – Rep. Dan Swanson and Rep. Wayne Rosenthal at a press conference this morning to talk about the future of agriculture in Illinois, farm safety and the importance of protecting family farms

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Illinois leaders recognized at Women to Watch Leadership Conference

By McLean County Times | Apr 23, 2025

U.S. Representative Tipsword recently welcomed women leaders Ali Gibbs and Misty Bell from District 105 to the Illinois House Republican Annual Women to Watch Leadership Conference.

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Illinois faces tax burden and legislative debates over cannabis and food safety

By McLean County Times | Apr 22, 2025

Tax issues and legislative matters have been at the forefront in Illinois.

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Inspector General finds conflict of interest at Illinois commerce department

By McLean County Times | Apr 22, 2025

The Office of Executive Inspector General (OEIG) has identified a significant conflict of interest at the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO).

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2022: Livingston County aging and government transfer dependency trends

By McLean County Times | Apr 19, 2025

Since 1970, Livingston County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 7.1%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 12.2%.

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Illinois struggles with legislation and economic challenges

By McLean County Times | Apr 18, 2025

Caterpillar's Pontiac facility recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, with the local community expressing gratitude for its contributions since its establishment in 1978.

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Senior license bill passes Illinois House; homeschooling bill delayed amid opposition

By McLean County Times | Apr 17, 2025

A recent legislative update from Representative Bunting highlighted several key issues and events from Springfield.

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Ag Day at the Capitol highlights agriculture's role in Illinois

By McLean County Times | Apr 15, 2025

Last week, Ag Day was observed at the Capitol, providing a chance to discuss the significant role of agriculture in the economy and communities of Illinois.

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Livingston County: Residents received $64.36 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By McLean County Times | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.2% of income in Livingston County, providing an average of $1,812 per capita to residents.

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Livingston County collects $64,110 in County Sales Tax in January

By McLean County Times | Apr 12, 2025

In January, Livingston County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Illinois faces legislative deadline, sees budget developments and local fire departments receive grants

By McLean County Times | Apr 11, 2025

This week, Illinois lawmakers faced a pressing deadline to move bills from the House to the Senate, sparking a flurry of legislative activity.

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Illinois Senate debates gun reporting, child safety, and homeschooling regulations

By McLean County Times | Apr 11, 2025

Democrats have advanced Senate Bill 8, known as the Safe Gun Storage and Reporting Act, reducing the time to report lost or stolen firearms from 72 to 48 hours.