Madigan says he’s taking steps to end harassment, abuse

CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan says he’s taking steps to end harassment or abuse at the statehouse and in his political operation, after a former staff member said party officials were too slow to act.

University of Illinois selects projects for $11M investment

URBANA, Ill. (AP) — The University of Illinois has selected its first 17 “investment for growth” projects that are designed to boost income and enhance the university’s academic mission. The News-Gazette reports the university’s colleges and other academic units pooled