Illinois’ ‘Right Of Conscience’ Law Faces Pro-Life Challenge
A Downers Grove doctor and a pregnancy center in Rockford are suing to overturn Illinois' newly updated right-of-conscience law.
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Rauner Vetoes U Of I Student Trustee Bill
Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner has vetoed a bill backed by the University of Illinois that would have allowed a nonresident student to serve as a student trustee. This means three criteria will remain in place - living in Illinois for least six months, proof of residency, and being a registered voter in Illinois. The measure that failed would have only required one of the three.
U of I Computer Model Forecasts West Nile Virus Infection
Researchers at the University of Illinois have come up with a computer model to forecast the human infection rate for West Nile Virus.
What’s Your American Dream? The Danville Boys & Girls Club Weighs In
On the 21st: This summer, we made a few visits to the Boys and Girls Club in Danville to talk about what the American Dream means to them.
BBL Academy And U Of I’s Krannert Center Present ‘Dreamgirls’
The weekend performances at Krannert's Studio Theatre are part of a nearly three-year partnership with the Banks Bridgewater Lewis Fine Arts Academy, and partially made possible through a grant from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation. The show includes a cast of 24, and 13-piece orchestra. The shows are sold out, but Krannert has set up a waiting list for any returned tickets.