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Broadcast board at WCBU in Peoria — Tanya Koonce/WCBU

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April 18, 2019

WGLT To Take Over Operations At Peoria Public Radio Station WCBU

Illinois State University and Bradley University have signed an agreement in which WGLT-FM will assume operations of WCBU-FM in Peoria starting June 1.

In addition to investigating Russian attacks on the 2016 presidential election, special counsel Robert Mueller also was tasked with looking into "any matters that arose or may arise directly from the investigation." — Alex Wong/Getty Images

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April 18, 2019

READ: The Mueller Report, With Redactions

Attorney General William Barr has released a redacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller's report on Russian interference in the 2016 election to Congress and the public.

In a March letter, Department of Justice leaders said special counsel Robert Mueller's findings were insufficient to merit criminal charges for obstruction. — Alex Wong/Getty Images

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April 18, 2019

Watch Live: Attorney General Barr Briefs Reporters About The Mueller Report

Attorney General William Barr delivers a press conference at the Justice Department ahead of the expected release of special counsel Robert Mueller's report on Russian interference in the 2016 election. A redacted version of the report is expected to be released on Thursday.

Kazito Kalima — Lauren Bavis/Side Effects Public Media

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April 18, 2019

Why Getting Mental Health Care Can Be A Struggle For Refugees

The U.S. is a landing spot for thousands of people fleeing persecution, war and violence. And that can trigger mental illness in many of these U.N.-sanctioned refugees. But getting help can be a challenge.

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Supporters of legislation supporting transgender students in Illinois, demonstrating in 2017. — ACLU of Illinois via NPRIllinois

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April 16, 2019

Supporters Of Trans Students Say Suit’s Dismissal Sets Precedent

A parents’ group from the Chicago suburbs dropped its lawsuit that attempted to ban transgender students from using school restrooms and locker rooms associated with their gender identity, a move that supporters of transgender students say helps affirm the rights of students across Illinois.

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Different type settings of the words sexual harassment — Shutterstock

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April 16, 2019

Senate Measure Would Increase Protections For Workers Experiencing Sexual Harrassment

Some Illinois lawmakers want more protections for employees who are sexually harassed in private sector jobs.

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Danville Mayor Rickey Williams, Jr. — City of Danville

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April 15, 2019

New Danville Budget Plan Includes $$ For Separate Police, Fire Chiefs

Danville Mayor Rickey Williams Junior says one of his goals as he prepares to start a full term is to get new police and fire chiefs in place – replacing the position of public safety director.

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April 15, 2019

Illinois Receives $15 Million In Federal Funding To Address Opioid Crisis

The state of Illinois is set to receive an additional $15 million in federal funding to expand addiction treatment services. The funding will help expand treatment services in areas of Illinois hardest hit by addiction.

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