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Hannibal schools announce budget shortfall

Hannibal schools announce budget shortfall

by Scott Hardy

Board says they'll freeze hiring in wake of $3.3 million shortfall

Webb says no to Hannibal schools

Webb says no to Hannibal schools

by Scott Hardy

Hannibal Board says Dr. Susan Johnson will stay on for next year

Gambling charges against Brock dropped

Gambling charges against Brock dropped

by Scott Hardy

Former QHS standout charged in betting scandal

Huang steps down as WIU President

Huang steps down as WIU President

by Scott Hardy

Last day is March 31; Interim President named.

Titan buys Carlstar Group

Titan buys Carlstar Group

by Scott Hardy

Deal closed Thursday; 4th Quarter, 2023 net sales down

Flinn Stadium to get major upgrage

Flinn Stadium to get major upgrage

by Mary Griffith

Board to spend nearly $700,000 on new artificial turf and running track surface

Adrian kicked off the bench

Adrian kicked off the bench

by Scott Hardy

Illinois Courts Commission rules that Judge Robert Adrian be removed over handling of 2022 case

Blessing given OK to continue hospital-from-home program

Blessing given OK to continue hospital-from-home program

by Scott Hardy

Blessing was part of 2-year trial program.

Clayton man accused of murder to undergo mental fitness exam

Clayton man accused of murder to undergo mental fitness exam

by Scott Hardy

Wyond Bynum to be examined

Monroe Co. murder suspect to go on trial in December

Monroe Co. murder suspect to go on trial in December

by Scott Hardy

Lyle Miller to have 5-day trial starting December 2.

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Company raises bias concerns about grants for 'less-lethal' tools

(The Center Square) – The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority recently authorized a $19 million grant for police forces to procure "less-lethal" tools. This was intended to give officers alternatives to guns so that they can pacify situations that might…


Proposal would have taxpayers fund statewide, $1,000 monthly ‘guaranteed income’

(The Center Square) – A measure creating a task force to look into monthly guaranteed taxpayer-funded “unrestricted cash” subsidies to certain individuals in Illinois is being discussed in the state legislature.

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Baltimore bridge collapse: US Army Corps of Engineers says ‘too early’ to know cleanup timeline

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers tells Fox News Digital it's "too early" to set a timeline on cleaning up debris in the wake of the Baltimore bridge collapse.

Bidens announce theme for Easter Egg Roll on White House lawn

The White House announced Thursday that the upcoming 2024 Easter Egg Roll, hosted by first lady Jill Biden, will be themed around "EGGucation" and is expecting over 40,000 attendees.

Criminal profiling: The techniques used by police to catch dangerous offenders

Criminal profiling is an investigative technique used by law enforcement to identify offenders based on distinct behavioral characteristics and motives.

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Chicagoans suffer decade-high robberies, record-low arrest rate

Chicago saw more robbery victims in 2023 than in any year of the past decade, reporting 1 victim for every 250 residents. While crimes surged, robbery arrests hit a record low. Fewer cops is not helping.

March Madness pushed Illinois sports wagers to $335M last year

Illinoisans are expected to again bet big on college sports during March, driven by March Madness. Sports wagers put $1B into Illinois government accounts last year, ranking it No. 3 in the U.S.

Editorial: Data can build understanding, help solve Chicago’s crime problem

Violent crime in Chicago increased by 11.5% in 2023, but the city’s arrest rate dropped compared with 2022.

Vallas: 8 ways to fix Chicago housing crisis without Johnson’s tax hike

Now that Mayor Brandon Johnson’s real estate transfer tax has failed, here are eight practical ways Chicago can provide more affordable housing without raising taxes.