Board President Says Chicago Schools Under Investigation
CHICAGO (AP) — Officials with the nation’s third-largest school district say federal authorities are “investigating a matter” at Chicago Public Schools.
Man Accused of Online Extortion of Women Faces More Charges
EFFINGHAM, Ill. (AP) — An Illinois man indicted last year on accusations that he hacked online accounts of several women is now facing more charges, including child pornography.
Election Expert: Lawsuit Against Schock Could Face Obstacles
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — A federal election law expert says a campaign donor’s federal lawsuit against former U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock seeking a refund faces some impediments.
Proposal To Allow Fireworks Goes to Effingham County Board
EFFINGHAM, Ill. (AP) — A proposal to allow fireworks sales is moving forward to a vote by the full Effingham County Board.
Springfield Remembers Lincoln on Anniversary of His Death
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Speakers at a service commemorating President Abraham Lincoln’s death say his influence is as relevant and as felt today as it was more than 150 years ago.
'Right to Try' Measure Passes Illinois House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois House has approved a measure that would grant greater access to experimental drugs for terminally-ill patients.
‘Right to Try’ Measure Passes Illinois House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois House has approved a measure that would grant greater access to experimental drugs for terminally-ill patients.
Man Accused of Abandoning Girl Ordered Held on $300,000 Bond
CHICAGO (AP) — The father of a 3-year-old girl found alone near a suburban Chicago forest preserve has been ordered held on a $300,000 bond.
State Board of Education Names New Illinois Superintendent
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois State Board of Education has selected a new schools chief.
Chicago City Council Approves Settlement in Koschman Case
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago City Council has approved paying $250,000 to settle a lawsuit accusing police and prosecutors of covering up the death of a man after he fought with a nephew of then-Mayor Richard M.
Rauner ‘a little worried’ About Common Core-Linked Tests
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner says he’s “a little worried” about new standardized tests linked to Common Core education standards.
Rauner 'a little worried' About Common Core-Linked Tests
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner says he’s “a little worried” about new standardized tests linked to Common Core education standards.
Amtrak Privatization Talks To Be Considered
Nearly half of all state funding has been cut for a company, following proposals by Governor Bruce Rauner which have called for reductions in expenditures.
Monmouth College To Host Classics and Cleanup Days This Weekend
A number of Monmouth College students and faculty will be busy this weekend, as two events are scheduled to take place Saturday.
Rauner 'A Little Worried' About Common Core-Linked Tests
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner says he’s “a little worried” about new standardized tests linked to Common Core education standards.
Rauner ‘A Little Worried’ About Common Core-Linked Tests
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner says he’s “a little worried” about new standardized tests linked to Common Core education standards.