Illinois News Roundup - January 26, 2024
Our local news check-in includes discussions on the Davenport partial building collapse from last spring, Normal Mayor Chris Koos' confirmation to the Amtrak Board, and more.
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Champaign hired Police Chief Timothy Tyler despite disciplinary past and allegations of misconduct
A string of misconduct allegations have followed Tyler from his first policing job in the south Chicago suburb of Markham, through his time at the Illinois State Police, according to documents obtained by the Invisible Institute and IPM News.
Building a better democracy: A new book looks at the effects of a 1990 Illinois Primary
An author has taken a detailed look at a campaign for the Illinois Statehouse from 1990, and the lessons it holds for us today.
Illinois Senate President talks about migrants, education, and economic priorities in 2024
Illinois Senate President Don Harmon speaks to us about the work being done in the General Assembly this year, and how lawmakers weigh in on current issues.
Champaign County is short 300 nursing home beds. Health officials want input on how to help
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District and local group Advocates for Aging Care have launched a survey to help identify the state of senior services in Champaign County.
