Hackers Attack LA, Boston, And…Crab Orchard?
Derek Hutchins is the superintendent of Crab Orchard Schools. It's a district of only 530 students, east of the town of Marion, in southern Illinois.
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Pesticide Applicators Report Drift Issues With Dicamba
More than 100 Illinois pesticide retailers reported the weed killer dicamba drifted and damaged soybeans even when it was sprayed in good conditions, according to a recent industry survey.
Health Consumer Group Ready To Help With ACA Open Enrollment
People looking to sign up for health plans under the Affordable Care Act for 2018 have only a short time to do it. ACA open enrollment runs from next Wednesday, November 1st to December 15th --- just 45 days.
Inside Out Project Invites Public To Be Photographed For A Cause
The front wall of the University YMCA building, adjacent to the University of Illinois campus in Champaign was plastered with photographs Wednesday. The 3-foot-by-5-foot poster-size portraits were made in a mobile photo-booth, featuring people passing by who wanted to show their support for the DREAM Act, a bill in Congress to help young people who are in the country illegally. .
Rector Seeks GOP Nomination For Champaign County Clerk
A Champaign County Board member wants to be the next Champaign County Clerk.
Tesla Turns Power Back On At A Children’s Hospital In Puerto Rico
A children's hospital in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is back online as Tesla uses solar panels and batteries to provide reliable electricity.
General Assembly Fails To Override Governor’s Veto On Right To Work Legislation
Gov. Bruce Rauner has won a small victory as the House failed to override his veto of legislation banning local governments from setting up "right-to-work'' zones.
Bill To Ban ‘Bump Stocks’ Passes Committee, But Republicans Say It Goes Too Far
The Illinois House is advancing legislation to ban "bump stocks."
Illinois Lawmakers To Combat Sexual Harassment
Women are stepping forward to say they have been sexually harassed at the Illinois State Capitol.
Attorneys For Defendant In Yingying Zhang Case Seek More Prep Time
Attorneys for Brendt Christensen, the man accused of killing University of Illinois visiting scholar Yingying Zhang, are asking for more time to prepare his defense.
