Prison Phone Calls; E-Cigarettes; Political Roundup
On The 21st: Calls from prison are expensive and unregulated; what's going on in Springfield to change that? Also, new FDA regulations on e-cigarettes and the latest in Illinois politics.
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Illinois Lawmakers Seek Path To A Budget Plan
Illinois has gone nearly a full year without a state budget. Now, it's time for legislators to craft a new one. They have just about three weeks left.
Police Seek Bellflower Man In Shooting Of Mahomet Officer
The search continues for Dracy “Clint” Pendleton, the 35 year old Bellflower man who’s charged with shooting a Mahomet police officer Saturday night.
Redistricting Initiative Takes Next Step Toward November Ballot
A citizens' group working to change how Illinois draws legislative districts turned in nearly double of the number of signatures required to put the proposed constitutional amendment on the ballot. The group's chairman says the change would increase voter turnout and encourage more competitive elections.
Illini Softball Coach Perry Enjoying Success In First Season
The first-year head coach has guided the Illinois softball team to its most wins since 2010. Illinois Public Media's Jenny Horne has this profile.