Category Archives: Politics
Illinois’ predicted loss of seat in congress will be Republican gain in another state, congressman says
Republican U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis said high taxes and heavy regulations pushed by Illinois' majority Democrats aren't helping to grow the state. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPR...
Jan 14, 2020
Expecting a volatile economy, most public retirement funds dial back return expectations, increasing pressure for taxpayers
While it seems odd because the stock market has improved since the recession, Susan Banta with Pew says public pension officials see rough waters ahead. (Photo courtesy: Pixabay)By Illinois Radio Netw...
Jan 13, 2020
Protestors say now is not the time for war with Iran
Rally participants say we don’t have to treat Iran as an enemy (PHOTO: Dave Dahl)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD– As the House was taking its vote on the President's war powers Thursday, a group g...
Jan 10, 2020
Illinois lawmakers to grapple over banning isolation in schools or just modify policies
Members of the Illinois legislature heard from students, parents, advocates and local and state school officials about the use of isolation rooms and policies that allow students to be restrained. (Ph...
Jan 08, 2020
Illinois members of Congress weigh in on president’s strike on Iranian general
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis, R-Taylorville, supported last week's strike on Qasem Soleimani. (Photo courtesy: Scott Miller/WJBC)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – Illinois' Congressional delegati...
Jan 08, 2020
With 62,000 waiting applications, Illinois State Police working on FOID automation, but other options remain
ISP said Saturday that the agency has 62,000 pending Firearm Owners’ Identification, or FOID, card applications or renewals. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD ̵...
Jan 08, 2020
Illinois officials promote student financial aid for undocumented, transgender students
Information about the RISE Act, application forms and available financial aid can be found at the Illinois Student Assistance Commission website, at ISAC dot org. (Photo courtersy: WJBC/File)By Illino...
Jan 07, 2020
Some cannabis dispensaries pause recreational sales amid product shortages, wait times at other stores decline
Several cannabis dispensaries in Illinois halted recreational sales Monday, but more product is on the way. (Photo courtesy Flickr/BrettLevin)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – There wasn't ...
Jan 07, 2020
Richards to run for chair of McLean County Democratic Party
Nikita Richards. (Photo courtesy Nikita Richards) By WJBC StaffBLOOMINGTON – United States Navy veteran Nikita Richards is running for chair of the McLean County Democratic Party."As a soci...
Jan 06, 2020
Recreational cannabis days away, questions remain for Illinois gun owners
An inquiry with the Department of Justice was not immediately returned. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – When Illinois' recreational cannabis law goes into effec...
Dec 30, 2019
