By ANDREW ADAMS Capitol News Illinois [email protected] CHICAGO – The secretary of state’s office is launching a new program to enlist Illinois high schoolers to…
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By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois [email protected] A federal judge in Rockford has declared a state law banning concealed firearms on public transit systems unconstitutional…
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From the Plainfield Fire Department: At approximately 1:55 a.m. on Monday, September 2, 2024, the Western Will County Communication Center (WESCOM) received a 911 call…
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By BETH HUNDSDORFER Capitol News Illinois [email protected] An Illinois law intended to help people with mental illness avoid confrontations with police had been on the…
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By Stephanie Irvine When both the Manhattan School District 114’s superintendent, Russel “Rusty” Ragon, and the Director of Human Resources, Communications, and Professional Development, Christine…
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By JERRY NOWICKI Capitol News Illinois [email protected] SPRINGFIELD – Overall participation in labor unions has declined in recent years in Illinois, although the state has…
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The Will County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit has once again successfully tracked an individual that deputies were attempting to locate. On August 8th, K-9 Lizzy successfully…
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Below is a statement from Joliet Police Chief Bill Evans: “As your Chief of Police, I share a deep sense of concern regarding the recent…
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By PETER HANCOCK & ANDREW ADAMS Capitol News Illinois [email protected] Union workers planned to picket outside Stateville Correctional Center Thursday to amplify their concerns about…
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From Mayor Bogs: Monee Mayor Dr. Therese M. Bogs has announced her candidacy for a second term, highlighting the significant strides made by the village…
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