Vermilion County State’s Attorney Employee Under Investigation
Illinois State Police and the FBI are investigating an employee in the Vermilion County State’s Attorney’s office.
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Group Calls On Candidates To Stop Accepting Donations From Opioid Manufacturers, Distributors
A group is criticizing Republican Congressman Rodney Davis for taking $33,000 this election cycle from companies that make or distribute prescription opioids. The group says he has taken about $95,000 from such companies over his entire career.
SIU Trustees Begin Plans for Presidential Search
It'll be several months before SIU Trustees settle on a new President for the system.
Rape Victims To Receive Timely, Specialized Care Under New Illinois Law
A new Illinois law will require hospitals to ensure that sexual assault victims receive timely treatment from someone trained to examine them.
Governor Signs Bill Offering Extended Public Assistance To Carle Trainees
Governor Bruce Rauner has signed legislation providing extended public assistance for entry-level job trainees at Carle.