U of I To Begin Background Checks On All New Hires
The University of Illinois will perform background checks on every new hire, beginning in October. The school's board of trustees voted to approve the policy Thursday at its meeting in Urbana
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Rauner Rejects Additional Conditions for Med Marijuana, Panel Chair Criticizes
Gov. Bruce Rauner vetoed a Senate bill he said would 'prematurely expand the Medical Cannabis Pilot Program' by adding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder to qualifying conditions. Illinois' Public Health Director rejected 10 more. The rulings frustrate a physician that recommended them.
Knorr: Budget Stalemate Holds Up U of I Plans For Months
The U of I's chief financial officer told Trustees Thursday that the budget standoff in Springfield will mean the board can't vote on a budget at its November meeting either, saying a 60 day window is needed.
Sharon Isbin On Classical Guitar Today, Teaching, and New Music
Sharon Isbin is one of the foremost classical guitar musicians in the world. The multi-Grammy winner is in town now to play during the Ellnora Guitar Festival. She stopped by our studio to talk about the future of classical guitar and about women in the music business. Isbin told Illinois Public Media that she started playing classical guitar a bit by accident.
Top Ag Official Announces $100 Million In Ethanol Infrastructure Funding
More ethanol fuel blends could soon be for sale at gas stations in Illinois after a multi-million dollar federal investment in the industry’s infrastructure. The U.S. department of Agriculture is giving the state $12 million dollars to expand access to ethanol in Illinois.
