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Poll shows Rauner still in lead in gubernatioral race with two weeks to primary

March 4, 2014

CARBONDALE — The Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at SIU has released its latest poll of the state’s governor’s race, and Bruce Rauner retains a comfortable lead over his three rivals in the race for the Republican nomination.

Bill would allow college students to repay tuition interest-free

March 4, 2014

Legislation sponsored by Rep. Jay Hoffman could lead to Illinois giving interest-free loans to students seeking a college education.

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Our Universities: The Blame Game

March 10, 2014 By Leave a Comment

In any organization, when times are tough, there is a natural tendency for people to find someone, or something, to blame. I used to work with a fellow who taught juniors. He complained constantly about the quality of the work of his students, and claimed that the students were not prepared for what he was asking them to do.

How Madigan builds his patronage army

January 6, 2014 By Leave a Comment

When House Speaker Michael Madigan accidentally triggered a patronage scandal at the Metra commuter rail agency, it was the result of two extraordinary events.

DCFS under fire about the number of child deaths in state

December 11, 2013 By Leave a Comment

CHICAGO — Lawmakers questioned Illinois child welfare officials Tuesday about an increase in the number of children reported to have died of neglect or abuse in the state, though agency officials argued the number partly reflected a change in the way neglect cases are counted.

Obituary – Donald “Kenny” Earnheart – Mulkeytown

March 7, 2014 By Leave a Comment

Donald” Kenny” Earnheart, 58, of Mulkeytown, passed away March 4, 2014 at St. Anthony Hospital in St. Louis.

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FCA Devotion – Obedience

Here’s a heart check – do you do what pleases your coaches all the time or only when they are watching? Do you do the right thing just to win their favor or because it’s right? Today’s scripture continues the heart check.

SIU women lose big to Evansville

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The Southern Illinois women’s basketball team lost to Evansville on Sunday afternoon at the Ford Center, 67-31. Southern’s offense went silent in the second half, allowing Evansville to turn a four-point game at halftime into a 36-point blowout.

FCA Devotion – Pride

February 24, 2014

Do you have any teammates who you’d call arrogant, boastful or proud? Might others describe you in that way? How should we view ourselves with respect to others on our team? The Holy Scripture has some advice.

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Late spurt lifts No. 2 Wichita State over Saluki Men’s Basketball, 78-67

February 12, 2014

WICHITA, Kan. – Southern Illinois’ four-game winning streak ended as No. 2 Wichita State pulled away iWichita State remained perfect on the season with a 78-67 win over Southern Illinois on Tuesday night at sold-out Charles Koch Arena, but there was absolutely nothing easy about the victory.

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Rose: PEDs worse for baseball than gambling

February 11, 2014

As Pete Rose remains banned for betting on baseball during his years as a player and manager, the baseball legend believes those who take performance-enhancing drugs have sullied the game worse than he did.

Rutherford fights back against sexual harassment lawsuit

February 11, 2014

Illinois Treasurer Dan Rutherford fought back Monday against an explosive lawsuit alleging he sexually harassed a former top aide and demanded campaign work at taxpayer expense, saying the man was trying to smear his reputation just weeks ahead of the Republican governor primary.

Tribune/WGN-TV poll: Rauner jumps out to lead

February 11, 2014

Winnetka venture capitalist Bruce Rauner has jumped out to a big lead in the Republican race for governor after spending millions of dollars on television ads to introduce himself to Illinois voters, a new Tribune/WGN-TV poll found.

Ed Michalowski, right, has accused state Treasurer Dan Rutherford of sexual harassment in a federal lawsuit filed Monday.

Former employee alleges Illinois Treasurer Dan Rutherford sexually harasssed him

February 10, 2014

A former high-ranking employee for Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford dropped bombshell allegations in federal court Monday – charging that Rutherford sexually harassed him and used his state office to further his political aspirations. Here’s a link to the story in the Chicago Sun-Times.  

Benton police blotter

February 10, 2014

Benton police reported the following activity during the past weekend:

Lawyer: Rutherford complaint to be filed, details sexual harassment allegations

February 10, 2014

WLS radio in Chicago is reporting that a complaint will be filed against Illinois state treasurer Dan Rutherford, who is a Republican gubernatorial candidate in the March 18 primary election. Here’s a link to the story.