Audit Finds Problems At DCFS; Lawmakers Looking At ‘Intact Families’ Policy
An audit released Tuesday paints a damning picture of Illinois’ child-welfare agency.
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Lowering Kindergarten Age; Chicago Bond Reforms & Domestic Violence; Endangered Places; The Leadoff
Kids in Illinois have to start kindergarten by the time they’re six years old. But a new bill that’s already passed the Senate, could lower that required age to five. Plus, Cook County has lowered bonds for people accused of violent domestic attacks. But a Chicago Tribune investigation shows that some victims feel like this change has put them at risk. Also, we'll talk about this year's list of Illinois' most Endangered Places. And, listeners in the Bloomington-Normal area have a new podcast to look forward to that focuses on local news. We’ll hear from WGLT about their new show, ‘The Leadoff.’
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Spotlight on ‘Rattle The Stars’: Reducing Mental Health Stigma, Preventing Suicide
Champaign resident Kim Bryan lost her 19-year-old son to suicide in 2016. His death led her to found the nonprofit Rattle The Stars, which provides suicide prevention training across the Champaign-Urbana area.
Senate Measure Would Protect Consumers Against ‘Deceptive’ Energy Suppliers
The Illinois Senate last week approved increased protections for those who use alternative electric and gas suppliers.
Illinois Supreme Court Commission On Pretrial Practices Hosts Public Hearing In Urbana
The Commission’s listening session in Urbana is the second of three listening sessions taking place throughout the state. The hearings comes after several months of calls from communities across the state to open the Commission’s process up to the public.