Dunn Stays, As SIU Board Splits On Suspension Vote
SIU President Randy Dunn avoided suspension Thursday, as trustees were split four-to-four on whether to place him on administrative leave.
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Illinois Responds To Family Separation Policy; 11-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Gavin Waterman
On the 21st: Illinois responds to the last few days of news regarding President Trump's family separation policy. Plus, an 11-year old cancer survivor shares his story.
Hate Crimes, Civil Rights Violations Added to Arson Charges Against Ford Co. Men For Mosque Bombing
A federal grand jury in Minnesota has indicted three Ford County men on civil rights and hate crimes violations, related to the bombing last summer of a mosque in suburban Minneapolis. The indictment follows up on a criminal complaint of arson filed in March.
What Will It Take To Fix Illinois’ Teacher Shortage?
Chuck Bleyer is worried the southern Illinois school district he heads won’t be able to fill an open teacher position by the time classes start this fall.
U Of I President Touts New Chicago Research Institute
University of Illinois System President Timothy Killeen said he is excited the U of I system will lead the Discovery Partners Institute. The DPI is a new research institute where students will work alongside researchers and businesses. Killeen said this will spur economic growth in the state.