2nd Try For Monticello Bond Referendum To Build New High School
Voters in Monticello Unit School District 25 will be asked Tuesday to approve a $40.9 million bond referendum to pay for a new high school building, and the renovation of the old one.
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Capitol Steps To Perform Saturday At Virginia Theatre
Since they first entertained at a U.S. Senate Christmas party in 1981, the Capitol Steps have become famous for satirizing politicians from all parts of the political spectrum. They're performing at the Virginia Theatre in Champaign Saturday night.
Struggling Illinois Universities Testify Before Lawmakers
A number of university presidents testified for an Illinois Senate committee Thursday on what Illinois' budget impasse has done to their institutions. They say nearly a year without state support has led to layoffs, students struggling to pay tuition without grants and high school students considering going elsewhere for a degree.
Oswego Businessman James Marter On Why He’s Running For U.S. Senate
With the Illinois Primary coming up next week on March 15th, we’ve been speaking to candidates across the state. Oswego businessman James Marter is among the three Democrats and two Republicans vying for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Republican Mark Kirk.
Illinois Issues: Madigan Vs. Rauner Playing Out In Primary Fights
A couple of legislative primary races in Illinois are serving as stand-ins for the political struggle between the governor and Democratic leaders.
