Some aspects of Illinois's anti-smoking efforts are getting high marks from the American Lung Association, but not all of them.… MORE
Category Archives: Local News
‘Father of FM Radio’ was Born in Fairbury
Imagine my surprise, as a radio DJ, when I find out… MORE
Bloomington Woman Avoids Trial in Woodford County Murder
Vishawn Mills, accused of murder and other charges in the 2013 death of Secor resident Oakley Mitchell, accepted a plea agreement yesterday.… MORE
Frerichs–Rutherford Investigation Will Remain Sealed
State Treasurer Mike Frerichs says the internal investigation regarding the conduct of former treasurer Dan Rutherford cannot be made public.… MORE
Rauner Still Busy With Executive Orders
The new governor is making things happen using the power of executive orders.… MORE
Tax Return Season Starts Officially Today
The IRS will now take your tax return.… MORE
Lynx Hunting Bill Vetoed by Quinn
A bill that would have created a hunting season for lynx in Illinois was vetoed by outgoing Governor Pat Quinn. The sponsor isn't happy.… MORE
State Police Release Concealed Carry Numbers
The State Police Department has released the first-year statistics for concealed carry in Illinois.… MORE
The Illinois Taxation System–Unfair, Says a New Study
The Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy says Illinois's system is one of the worst in the country for the poor.… MORE
Rauner Making His Mark Through Executive Orders
The governor has some key things he wants to get done quickly and he's using his office's authority to do them.… MORE
