Public Health Warns Of Whooping Cough Outbreak In Champaign County
Public health officials want parents and students to be aware of a whooping cough outbreak in Champaign County.
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State And Local Candidates Make It Official; Understanding Net Neutrality; The Bears’ Bad Season
On The 21st: People hoping to win state and local elections next year started making it official yesterday at the State Board of Elections. Plus, we'll take a deep dive into understanding the Obama-era net neutrality regulations that the current FCC might scrap. And, how the Chicago Bears are dealing with a season in which they're about as bad as expected.
Illinois Issues: Third Party Candidates Want Rules Eased To Get On Ballot
A recent federal appeals court decision struck down the requirement that minor parties offer a full-slate of candidates for statewide or countywide offices, while another court battle looms.
Filing For Election, Finding Lines And Friendship
Monday was an important date on the way to the 2018 elections. It was the beginning of the period when Illinois candidates have to file petitions with, in some cases, thousands of signatures needed to get on the ballot. The filing period lasts a week, but for hundreds of candidates, it was worth it to be in line first thing Monday morning.
United Way Wants You To Be A Smart Giver For “Giving Tuesday”
The United Way of Champaign County hopes people will pitch in to help those in need on "Giving Tuesday."