Illinois Commits $0 Against Domestic Violence
As Illinois enters its 22nd month without a real budget, the state services most affected by the political fight include those that help victims of domestic violence.
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Akron Hires Former Illinois Coach Groce
Akron has hired former Illinois coach John Groce to take over its program. Groce replaces Keith Dambrot, who surprisingly left his alma mater last week after a successful run to coach at Duquesne. Groce is familiar with the Mid-American Conference after spending four seasons at Ohio. He went 85-56 at the school and twice led the Bobcats to the NCAA Tournament.
As Illinois Budget Crisis Continues, People With Addictions Find Tougher Road To Treatment
Sam Werkmeister, a father of two, nearly died six times last year. He started taking pain pills to get through shifts at a restaurant. That led him to a full-blown addiction to opioids. After a relapse last summer, it took Werkmeister six months to gather the courage to go back into treatment.
Champaign Co. Voters Reject Nursing Home Tax Hike, Approve Potential Nursing Home Sale
Champaign County voters have rejected a property tax increase to fund the county nursing home, while also giving the county board permission to sell or dispose of the facility.
Municipal Election Roundup
The Champaign County village of Savoy has a new village president for the first time since 1989. That's one of many area races decided in Tuesday's Illinois municipal election.
