Will Blagojevich Get A Shorter Sentence?
Politico reporter Natash Korecki talks about the U-S Supreme Court's decision not to hear an appeal of Rod Blagojevich's corruptions conviction.
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Rauner Expects Illinois Fair Share Case Fight To Reach U.S. Supreme Court
Gov. Bruce Rauner says a U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing labor unions to collect fees from non-members is "tragic'' and a lawsuit aimed at banning the practice in Illinois will continue. Justices divided 4-4 Tuesday in a California case over whether public workers represented by a union can be required to pay "fair share'' fees.
Judge To Appoint Counsel For DeKalb County Cold Case
Jack McCullough will get a new attorney to help him pursue freedom from his conviction of murdering seven-year-old Maria Ridulph in 1957. Last week, the DeKalb County State's Attorney said a six-month review turned up serious missteps during the investigation.
New Illini Football Staff Heavy On Experience With NFL, Coach Smith
New Illinois football coach Lovie Smith says his new coaching staff is exactly what he had pictured, including some he had worked with, those with NFL experience, and those who know the college game.
Danville Area Comm. College Pres. Talks Getting By Without State Funding
DACC President Alice Marie Jacobs says that program reductions and a tuition hike are helping them get through the summer and fall semesters without state funding.