U of Illinois Leaders To Lobby State On Budget, Other Issues
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — As they prepare to deal with a cut in state funds University of Illinois leaders plan to lobby lawmakers in Springfield.
Chicago Police Officer Gets 1-Year Sentence For Fraud
CHICAGO (AP) — A former Chicago police officer has been sentenced to a year in prison for participating in a scheme to steer business to certain tow truck operators in return for bribes.
Bill To Provide Back Wages To State Workers Moves To Senate
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Legislation to provide $63 million in back wages owed to state workers is heading to the Illinois Senate.
Illinois State Fair Has A Theme: “Growing Illinois”
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) –“Growing Illinois” is the theme of the 2015 Illinois State Fair. The fair runs August 13th through the 23rd.
Medical Marijuana Extension Passes Senate Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — A measure extending Illinois’ medical marijuana program beyond 2017 has passed an Illinois Senate committee.
Galesburg Postal Service Collecting Food For Local Pantries
The Galesburg Post Office has sent out blue bags that citizens can use to donate food to local food pantries.
Housing Authority Reports Moon Towers as “Bed Bug Free”
The Knox County Housing Authority has confirmed that the outbreak of bed bugs in Moon Towers is no more.