Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Tri-State area

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  More people with mental health needs will not get the care they need.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  If his proposal is passed, districts such as Mendon Unity could see a cut in state aid by as much as $200 thousand dollars.

Monday, February 04, 2013  Many school districts across Illinois are having to make cuts in their budget due to declining state aid.

Thursday, September 20, 2012  The Macomb School District faces a big budget deficit for the year.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012  Quincy Human Rights Commission questions general assistance disbursement.

Saturday, August 20, 2011  Governor Jay Nixon is asking federal agriculture officials to declare 23 Missouri counties a disaster area to allow aid for farmers who have lost crops or property.

Monday, June 13, 2011  Schools out for summer, and school buses are parked in the garage.  Will they stay that way?

Monday, December 27, 2010  Published reports from across Central Illinois are indicating some school districts are receiving state aid payments that have been delayed for several months.

Monday, August 09, 2010  House members are returning to Washington from their summer recess to quickly pass a jobs bill that Democrats say is crucial to the nation's well-being.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009  Officials of Cedar Rapids' public schools say the district will rely on its cash reserves to make up for lost state aid.

Wednesday, April 29, 2009  It's been almost one year since summer flooding destroyed many homes and farmland.