President Donald Trump has instructed his Attorney General’s office to go to Chicago to stem what he calls “a terrible shooting wave.”… MORE
Watch those emails: State advises caution during Cyber Security Awareness Month
State officials say phishing scams are some of the biggest dangers on the Internet.… MORE
Vets, Dems attack Rauner over Quincy outbreak
Four weeks before the election – and two days before the final candidates’ debate in Quincy – Illinois Democrats and veterans are reminding the public about the Legionnaires’ disease outbreak at the state veterans’ home in Quincy.… MORE
Bloomington alderman vote yes on multiple fee increases
All Bloomington businesses will be required to register with the city and make a one-time payment of $50 after city alderman approved the ordinance Monday night.… MORE
Opposition to a gas tax hike in Illinois appears to be strong
A new survey of Illinois manufacturers shows overwhelming opposition to a possible gas tax hike.… MORE
NFCA national award named after Fischer
The National Fastpitch Coaches Association is renaming its Distinguished Service Award after the longtime coach at Illinois State. … MORE
First responders take part in “active shooter” training
The day off from school Columbus Day was a day of learning for first responders in Springfield. They took part in “active shooter” training inside Springfield High School.… MORE
Durbin looks to future with Justice Kavanaugh
Illinois’ senior U.S. Senator says he’s wondering what the future will bring with now-Justice Brett Kavanaugh on the Supreme Court. … MORE
Obituaries: Kridner, Rees, Kelly
Mildred Kridner Mildred Frances Kridner, 97 of Gloucester, Va., formerly of Chenoa, died Thursday, October 4, 2018 at her home in Gloucester, Va. Mrs. Kridner was born July 23, 1921 in Pontiac, the daughter of Ray and Mary (Wagner) Askew. She was a true farmer’s wife. After her husband’s death at an early age, she…… MORE
Madigan investigates Rauner’s handling of Quincy vet home deaths
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s office said its review of Gov. Bruce Rauner’s handling of deaths at a state-run veterans home is unique.… MORE
Blogs
Labor Day – Expanding voting rights for all
By Mike Matejka Because of COVID, there is no Labor Day Parade this year. It’s always a great event for our everyday workers to march proudly down the street and enjoys the festive crowd. If there had been a parade, this year’s Labor Day theme was to be “150 years of struggle: your right to vote.” …
Is federal mobilization the answer?
By Mike Matejka As President Donald Trump threatens to send federal marshals into Chicago, over the objections of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, recall another Illinois Governor who protested the incursion of armed federal personnel into the city. Those federal troops, rather than calming, escalated the situation, leading to deaths and violence. Illinois poet Vachel Lindsay…
In these troubled times, to my fellow white Americans
By Mike Matejka Our nation is at a unique watershed in human relations. African-Americans have been killed too many times in the past before George Floyd, but the response to this man’s death is international and all-encompassing. I was a grade-schooler during the Civil Rights 1960s. I watched Birmingham demonstrators hosed and the Selma – Montgomery…
Workers’ Memorial Day – Remember those whose job took their life
Looking around our community, when we say employer, most will respond to State Farm, Country, or Illinois State University. We too often forget those who are building our roads, serving our food, or our public employees. COVID-19 has made us more aware of the risk. Going to work every day for some people means…