Changes to Drivers License To Move Illinois Closer to REAL ID Compliance
Changes are coming to driver’s licenses in the state of Illinois, meant to move the state closer to full compliance with the federal REAL ID Act.
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At Least They’re Still Talking ... Budget Update
Illinois lawmakers continue their budget negotiations in private, while Gov. Rauner continues to say publicly that he'll agree to raising taxes only if Democrats accept his pro-business, union-weakening agenda.
Nunn Dismissed From Illini Basketball Team
Kendrick Nunn, who pleaded guilty to misdemeanor battery last week, has been dismissed from the Illini men's basketball team. Illinois Athletic Director Josh Whitman and Coach John Groce issued a joint statement Tuesday, saying the decision was made after 'extensive deliberation.' The two said this would 'send a strong message about what is acceptable behavior for our student-athletes.'
IDNR: Build New Eagle Creek Resort, Instead Of Fixing Up Old One
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources says it will seek a developer to build a new Eagle Creek Resort and Conference Center on Lake Shelbyville, because of the high cost of repairing the old facility cited in an engineers' assessment survey.
Study On Police Officers And Attitudes Toward Race; Changes In How Sugar Is Labelled
On The 21st: we look at a new study on police officers and their attitudes toward race. Also, changes to the way sugar is labeled in food products. And the latest from the Statehouse in Springfield.