The 21st: What Illinois Residents Need To Know About Zika; Evangelicals On Trump
As Zika spreads throughout the Americas, how concerned should Illinois residents be?
Plus: how much support does Donald Trump really have among evangelicals?
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Supreme Court’s Ruling On Wages Could ‘Impair The State’s Ability To Function’
The Illinois Supreme Court Thursday said the state does not have to pay unionized employees what it says in their contracts, unless legislators specifically appropriate the money.
Champaign County Celebrates Role In Fighter Pilots’ History
There are now four signs entering Champaign County reading 'Birthplace of the Tuskegee Airmen – March 1941.' On Thursday, the county held a celebration of what occured on the former Chanute Air Force base 75 years ago this month.
After Arrests, Illinois AD Gives Groce Another Endorsement
University of Illinois Athletic Director Josh Whitman has again assured basketball coach John Groce that his job is secure, despite poor team play and player arrests. A Thursday afternoon press conference was held after the recent arrests of junior guards Jaylon Tate and Kendrick Nunn.
Commission Weighing ‘Aggressive’ Steps To Cut Prison Population
The commission that Gov. Bruce Rauner appointed to find ways of reducing the state's prison population has already made recommendations that some members call low-hanging fruit, and are not moving on to more difficult proposals.
