January 2026

Attorney General Hanaway files suit against Advanced Micro Targeting for refusing to cooperate with investigation

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has filed suit against Advanced Micro Targeting (AMT) to force the out-of-state signature-gathering group operating in Missouri to turn over required documents related to her investigation into its fraudulent business practices. Attorney General Hanaway launched her investigation, filing a Civil Investigative Demand (CID), in November 2025 after

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Auditor Fitzpatrick releases report examining the impact of advertising expenditures on lottery proceeds

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A new report from Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick shows increased spending for advertising for the state’s Lottery program has coincided with a reduction in the amount of money transferred to education. The new report gives the Missouri State Lottery Commission (Lottery) a “good” rating while noting additional trend analysis is

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Department on Aging seeks nominations for Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – 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 Governor JB Pritzker. “I highly

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Illinois calls for federal action for year-round E15 fuel

SPRINGFIELD, IL — The State of Illinois is again calling on the United States Congress and the Trump administration to require year-round sales of E15 fuel. Earlier this year, Governor JB Pritzker sent a letter to Congressional leadership on November 4, 2025, urging nationwide, year-round E15.   “Agriculture is the number one industry in Illinois. Our

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Illinois House Republicans filed legislation to amend SAFE-T Act

SPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker signed the SAFE-T Act into law in February 2021. Since then, three trailer bills have been added to the law, yet criminals are still not held accountable for crimes they commit due to the elimination of cash bail.   State Representative Mike Coffey of Springfield, who represents the House 95th

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Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ to host energy forum

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Energy will host an energy forum at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 26, 2026. Missouri’s energy landscape is evolving at a rapid pace to meet the energy needs of its growing communities and businesses. The Energy Forum is a platform to engage in public discussions

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Perry County recognized as StormReady by the National Weather Service

PERRYVILLE, Mo. — Perry County has been officially accredited as StormReady by the National Weather Service (NWS), recognizing the County’s commitment to hazardous weather preparedness and strong emergency operations. The StormReady recognition was presented on Thursday, January 15, during the regular session of the Perry County Commission Meeting by Christine Wielgos with the National Weather

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Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will hold election

PERRYVILLE – The Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold an election for one supervisor in each of two different territories in the county. Territory [II] includes Central & Salem Townships and Territory [IV] includes St. Marys & Cinque Hommes Townships.   The election will take place from February 1, 2026 to February

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Perryville Police reports

PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports.   66-year-old Gregory A. Stump was charged with “projecting missiles” after police were called to a Blake Street address by a report of someone firing a gun at 4 p.m. January 5th.   A report of a domestic disturbance no longer in progress was

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