Michigan legislation backed by Nassar victims in limbo

LANSING, Mich. (AP) Legislation in Michigan that would help victims of imprisoned sports doctor Larry Nassar’s sexual abuse move forward with lawsuits is in limbo amid pushback from universities, the Catholic Church and others.

Report: Illinois job growth peaked last summer

CHICAGO (AP) – A revised report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows Illinois job growth hit a high point last summer and surpassed its prior business cycle peak from September 2000.

Local schools prepare for National Walk Out Day

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Today schools across the nation are expected to see protests and activities that recognize the shooting victims at a Florida high school, one month to the day after 17 were killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.