Meister Launches Bid For Recorder
Republican and restaurant owner Rob Meister says he's opted to run for Champaign County Recorder of Deeds rather than Illinois Senate, hoping it will inspire more young people to seek office.
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Memories Of Harper Lee From Former Chicago Tribune Reporter And Friend
Marja Mills met Nelle Harper Lee while on assignment for the Chicago Tribune. She later moved next door to Lee and her sister Alice Finch Lee for several months and has published a memoir about her friendship with the famous author called The Mockingbird Next Door. Mills gives her take on the new book from Lee and shares memories of the famously private author.
Rains In Watseka Force Curfew, Some From Homes And Businesses
Conditions in the Iroquois County city look a bit like they were in January 2008, when about 1,500 residents were forced from their homes. The Iroquois River was about 6.5 feet above flood stage as of Sunday.
State’s High Court Asked To Decide Whether Workers Can Keep Getting Paid
Attorney General Lisa Madigan's office has filed an emergency appeal with the Illinois Supreme Court to settle conflicting court orders about whether state employees can be paid during the budget impasse.
Report Shows African Americans More Likely To Be Ticketed
A report released earlier this month looked at racial disparities in police traffic stops in Urbana.
