Record Numbers Signed Up For Expungement Summit
This Saturday, nearly 300 Champaign County residents will gather at a church in Urbana to try to get their criminal records expunged or sealed.
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Illinois Aims To Give Those Affected By The War On Drugs A Leg Up In Cannabis Industry
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s administration acknowledges that the war on cannabis disproportionately affects low-income communities of color. State officials are now taking steps to ensure those who've been negatively impacted have a leg up when Illinois legalizes adult-use cannabis in 2020.
Beckman Institute Celebrates 30th Anniversary With ‘Science Showcase’ Event
The University of Illinois’ Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology in Urbana is hosting a series of events this week to celebrate its 30th anniversary. One of the events includes a Science Showcase event by graduate students and postdoctoral researchers at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Beckman Atrium.
Danville’s Mayor Has High Hopes For Casino Plans
The casino operator approved by the Danville City Council this week still has to obtain a state gaming license. But the mayor of Danville says once it’s built, the casino will be an economic boon.
Immersion Program Seeks Next Generation Of Rural Doctors
The farm tour was part of a week-long program designed to introduce future doctors, pharmacists and nurses to rural life. The goal: Get the students interested in working in rural areas.
How This Rural Hospital Operates In The Red And Stays Open
Some of the country’s most profound health care challenges are playing out in rural areas struggling with populations that are relatively older and sicker. This is the story of a Minnesota hospital that’s become accustomed to operating in the red.
State Border Splits Neighbors Into Medicaid Haves And Have-Nots
Patricia Powers went a few years without health insurance and was unable to afford regular doctor visits. So the Missouri resident, who lives near St. Louis, had no idea that cancerous tumors were silently growing in both of her breasts.
Why Rural Hospitals Keep Closing Maternity Wards
Jessica Sheridan’s plan was to have her first daughter at the local hospital, five minutes from her house in Iowa Falls. But when she was seven months pregnant, that plan suddenly changed.
Flash Index Reports Jump In Economic Growth Rate
Illinois' economy showed an unexpected jump in September, according to the Flash Index, which moved from 105.1 in August to 105.5 in September.
Foxconn And U of I Partner On $100 Million Smart Tech Research Center
Global electronics manufacturer, Foxconn, and the University of Illinois have partnered on a $100 million smart technology research center headquartered on the Urbana-Champaign campus.
