Illinois News Roundup - November 17, 2023
An ownership change & layoffs at a Southern IL newspaper, the largest donation in SIU history and a Northern IL city's determination to better represent Latinos.
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Urbana Police will consider hiring non-police staff for mental health, domestic violence calls
The Urbana Police Department hired a national consulting firm this year to evaluate how the department works, including how — and if — officers should handle certain types of calls for service.
How does Illinois compare to other states on transgender rights?
According to the Movement Advancement Project, 21 states have banned gender-affirming medicine for trans youth. In response, Illinois passed a law this year protecting patients and providers who cross into the state for care.
Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) on Supreme Court, War in the Holy Land, and more
US Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) shares thoughts on the Supreme Court ethics code, the Middle East conflict, and more.
Many students face issues with landlords. Here’s how to avoid pitfalls, and where to find help
This is the time of year that many college students scramble to sign off-campus leases for the next academic year. The process can be very complicated, and the race to quickly sign a lease can cause students to make uninformed decisions about their living situation.