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Illinois senator criticizes $55 billion budget passed by Democrats

State Senator Neil Anderson has expressed strong opposition following the passage of Illinois' new budget by state Democrats.

By Rock Island Today Reports | Jun 1, 2025

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Illinois state budget passes amid last-minute deliberations

The Illinois state budget has been passed in a late-night session, continuing a trend of last-minute decisions.

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 31, 2025

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Illinois Senate passes bill imposing new delivery fee tax

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 31, 2025

State Senator Neil Anderson expressed his discontent following the Senate's approval of House Bill 3438.

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Mercer County ranks 74th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 30, 2025

Mercer County residents paid just under $1.7 million in sales taxes, ranking 74th in total sales taxes paid per county in 2024.

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Illinois House tackles major budget proposal amid unresolved issues

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 30, 2025

At the close of the spring legislative session, several key issues remain unresolved in the Illinois House, including a significant budget proposal by Governor Pritzker.

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Rock Island County responsible for 15th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 29, 2025

Rock Island County residents paid just over $22.8 million in sales taxes, the 15th highest total paid per county in 2024.

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Henry County residents paid 25th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 28, 2025

Henry County residents paid approximately $9.1 million in sales taxes, the 25th highest total paid per county in 2024.

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Moline responsible for 41st-highest sales tax revenue per municipality in Illinois during 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 28, 2025

Moline residents paid approximately $22.1 million in sales taxes, the 41st highest total paid per municipality in 2024.

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Illinois representative highlights Memorial Day's origins and calls out WNBA team

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 28, 2025

State Representative Dan Swanson addressed the Illinois House of Representatives, paying tribute to America's fallen heroes as part of Memorial Day 2025 commemorations.

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$542,903 in County Sales Tax collected in 2024 for Henry County

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 27, 2025

In 2024, Henry County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Mercer County: Social Security made up 8.5% of total income in 2022

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 27, 2025

In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 8.5% of income in Mercer County, providing an average of $5,051 per capita to residents.

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Mercer County residents pay approximately $1 million in County School Facility Tax in 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 26, 2025

In 2024, Mercer County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Orion honors Memorial Day with community events and tributes

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 26, 2025

I spoke at the Orion Memorial Day Service.

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Reflections on Memorial Day: honoring sacrifice and freedom

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 25, 2025

Memorial Day serves as a day of remembrance for those who sacrificed their lives in service to the United States.

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$318,102 in County Sales Tax collected in 2024 for Mercer County

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 25, 2025

In 2024, Mercer County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Rock Island Today area weekly mass times

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 24, 2025

The following parishes in the Rock Island Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Rock Island County residents pay approximately $15.7 million in County School Facility Tax in 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 24, 2025

In 2024, Rock Island County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Henry County taxpayers give approximately $4.8 million in County School Facility Tax in 2024

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 23, 2025

In 2024, Henry County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Illinois senators push for urgent action amid looming energy rate hikes

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 23, 2025

In light of expected energy rate increases for Illinois residents, Senator Neil Anderson and his Republican colleagues on the Energy and Public Utilities Committee are urging immediate legislative action.

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Illinois faces $500 million budget shortfall as fiscal deadline nears

By Rock Island Today Reports | May 23, 2025

The Illinois state budget is facing a significant shortfall as the deadline for passing the fiscal year budget approaches.