AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFlood Watch: Central Illinois is bracing for more heavy rain and possible flooding tonight, with another 1–2 inches possible (pockets 2–4) after already-saturated ground. Toll Costs: The Illinois Tollway board approved higher tolls starting Jan. 1, 2027—about 45 cents more for passenger cars and roughly 30% for commercial vehicles. State Fair Politics: Democrats touted their dominance at the Illinois State Fair, but the spotlight stayed on House scandals, including Speaker Chris Welch’s handling of the Harry Benton harassment fallout. Illinois River Pollution: A Pekin ethanol plant reached a final settlement over thermal pollution, paying a $75,000 penalty and funding a $125,000 wetland restoration project. Local Food Funding: The Illinois Department of Agriculture awarded nearly $4 million in Local Food Infrastructure Grants to expand storage, processing, and distribution for local producers. Consumer Fraud: BBB Scam Tracker data shows Belleville tied for sixth statewide in July scam reports, with eight reports. Sports & Schools: Illinois State University athletics previewed a new football facility push, while Illinois high school football’s first statewide rankings dropped.
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