Capitol Lights Going Up This Morning; Unions Say It’s A Gesture Of Goodwill, Not A Political Nab
Not having a state budget has led to a lot of consequences. One of the more visible ones, Christmas lights.
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Rich Miller: Both Sides Need To Compromise ‘Without Hurting More People’
The longtime political commentator says both Governor Rauner and House Speaker Madigan should focus on what former governor Jim Edgar calls "the doable."
Rauner Reverses Course On Childcare Eligibility
Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner is backing off of his much-maligned cuts to state-subsidized child care for working parents. It's not expected to be enough to ward off the legislature Tuesday.
U of I Athletic Director Mike Thomas Fired
The University of Illinois has fired Athletic Director Mike Thomas. Barbara Wilson, the Interim Chancellor on the Urbana campus, said in a Monday morning news conference that a change in leadership was necessary. She said that "distractions" led to the decision after a law firm's findings brought on the firing of former football coach Tim Beckman at the start of the season.
Coach Henson Discusses Health, U of I Honors ... And Playing Bridge
It's been another year of health-related setbacks for Lou Henson, the winningest coach in Illini basketball history. About 12 years after battling cancer and encephalitis, he's been diagnosed with pre-leukemia, having to undergo stints of chemotherapy.
He spoke with Jeff Bossert about how he's feeling, his strict physical routine, and the unveiling of Lou Henson Court.