County governments are often overlooked but no less relevant to daily life than state, local, and federal bodies. The 21st was joined by the president of the National Association of Counties, who also serves on the Will County Board.
County governments are often overlooked but no less relevant to daily life than state, local, and federal bodies. The 21st was joined by the president of the National Association of Counties, who also serves on the Will County Board.
University of Illinois officials say they will take extra steps to vet financial aid applications from students involved in guardianship cases. The decision comes after university officials identified 14 instances in which parents had a student put under the guardianship of a friend or relative, so they could qualify for more financial aid.
The Illinois Supreme Court is being asked to settle a fight between two of the state’s environmental regulators. At issue is whether certain waste disposal sites should have to do groundwater testing.
Champaign County voters approved a ballot measure this month creating a new elected county executive position. Will County is the only other county in Illinois that uses this form of government. The Will County Executive, Larry Walsh, offered some advice on the transition.
