Illinois prisons chief resignsIllinois’ prison chief, who became a political liability to Gov. Pat Quinn during an election year because of a secret prisoner release program he oversaw, is stepping down, the governor said Thursday.Corrections Director Michael Randle is...
Illinois' Top Prison Official ResignsWSIL-TV--- After nearly a year of criticism, the director of the Illinois Department of Corrections is stepping down. Michael Randle was brought in about a year ago to reform the prison system. He spent the better part of that time apologizing.
Illinois Department of Corrections director resignsThe head of the Illinois Department of Corrections stepped down Thursday evening to pursue a new career opportunity.
N. Illinois-Iowa State updatesAMES, IOWA -- Northern Illinois junior DeMarcus Grady will start at quarterback Thursday night against Iowa State, NIU coach Jerry Kill finally announced before the game at Jack Trice Stadium.
Illinois Highways Rank 9th in Fatality RatesIllinois has fallen four notches, ranking 40th overall in 2008 in a national highway performance report.
Illinois EPA Seeking Public Input on Illinois River StudyThe United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Illinois EPA have begun a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) study for the Illinois River, and the public can learn more about this study at upcoming meetings.
Illinois highways rank 40th in national reportCHICAGO (AP) -- Illinois has fallen four notches, ranking 40th overall in 2008 in a national highway performance report done by the California-based libertarian-leaning group the Reason Foundation.
Illinois Corrections Chief Stepping DownIllinois Gov. Pat Quinn says he's accepted the resignation of the Corrections Department head blamed for a secret early prison release program.
Illinois Governor Quinn Plans to Increase State Income Tax 33%- Supports Decrease in Property TaxesIllinois Governor Pat Quinn, facing an enormous budget deficit, has announced plans to increase the state income tax by 33% and appease voters by promising to support future legislation to get school districts to decrease property taxes. Contributor: Allison Fry Published: Aug 27, 2010
Illinois Sees Growth in Illegal Immigrant PopulationIllinois sees increase in illegal immigration population despite bad economy, bucking the national trend. Illegal immigration - Immigration - United States - Population - Anti-Immigration
Illinois' Prison Chief ResignsIllinois' prison chief has resigned. The Chicago Tribune reports Michael Randle's last day will be September 17th.
Embattled Illinois prisons chief resignsIllinois' prison chief, who became a political liability to Gov. Pat Quinn during an election year because of a secret prisoner release program he oversaw, is stepping down, the governor said Thursday.
Illinois Police advocate motorcycle safetyIn order to combat rising motorcycle fatalities, Illinois has taken several measures to educate the public in regards to motorcycle safety.
Illinois public bodies thwart the Freedom of Information ActIt sounds simple enough, but “public” still doesn’t mean “public” – at least not in Illinois, it seems. When the new Illinois Freedom of Information Act was implemented at the beginning of this year, it was a major victory for transparency.
Illinois Department of Insurance to hold outreach event in CantonThe Illinois Department of Insurance will hold an outreach event in Canton to assist the public with insurance-related issues. Local residents will have the opportunity to ask questions and obtain information on health, life, auto, and homeowner insurance, health insurance reform, and the new Illinois Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan (IPXP).
[Chat] Illinois basketball chat: 12:30 p.m. WednesdayTalk with Illinois men's basketball beat writer Paul Klee
Illinois high court won't hear abortion caseThe Illinois Supreme Court has refused to hear the appeal of a Cook County judge's stay of enforcement of a law requiring a girl's guardians be notified before she has an abortion.
Illinois Supreme Court Won't Hear Abortion Notification AppealAudio Available The Illinois Supreme Court won't be weighing in on a state law that requires parents to be notified before a girl has an abortion.
Illinois businesses among 2,000 getting help with health coverage for retireesWASHINGTON – More than 100 Illinois businesses, local governments and labor unions will be among the first to receive new federal assistance intended to help with health care costs for early retirees who aren't old enough for Medicare. read more
Illinois high court won't hear appeal of abortion case stayThe Illinois Supreme Court has refused to hear the appeal of a Cook County judge's stay of enforcement of a law requiring a girl's guardians be notified before she has an abortion. A motion filed by the anti-abortion Thomas More Society and others asked that the legal case pending against the Parental Notice of Abortion Act be transferred from the appellate court to the high court. The Supreme ...
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