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Millions of workers across the country could have the right to work for their government without having to pay fees to a union with a U.S. Supreme Court ruling this week on the Illinois case Janus vs. AFSCME.
Here’s a link to the story at Illinois News Network.
Karl “Mr. Bingo” Keller, 70, of Benton passed away on Wednesday June 20, 2018 in Benton.
He was born on November 14, 1947 in Benton to Albert and Ruth (Craddock) Keller.
He is survived by several sisters.
Graveside services will be held on Sunday June 24, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser.
Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser is assisting the family with arrangements.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
Of the more than 170 open cases the Illinois State Board of Education has of educator misconduct from around the state, 40 of them deal with allegations of a sexual nature.
Here’s a link to the story at Illinois News Network.
By Rick Warren
“Stupid people express their anger openly, but sensible people are patient and hold it back” (Proverbs 29:11 GNT).
Think before you speak. Delay is a tremendous remedy for anger. You don’t need to delay indefinitely. If you’ve got an issue you need to deal with, you need to do so. Anger delayed indefinitely becomes bitterness. That’s worse than anger. Anger isn’t always a sin. Bitterness is.
If you respond impulsively, you tend to respond in anger. If you wait to talk about whatever conflict you’re dealing with, you’ll be more rational and reasonable when you do. The longer you hold your temper, the better your response will be. Give yourself time to think.
When conflict arises and you give yourself time to think, what should you think about? Consider these five questions:
T: Is it truthful? Is what I’m about to say the truth?
H: Is it helpful? Or will it simply harm the other person?
I: Is it inspirational? Does it build up or does it tear down?
N: Is it necessary? If it’s not necessary, why do I need to say it?
K: Is it kind?
THINK before you speak. Reflect before you react. It’ll slow down your anger every time.
Mandates coordination between departments; names new Executive Director of Human Rights Commission
SPRINGFIELD – Gov. Bruce Rauner today issued an executive order mandating that steps be taken to eliminate the backlog of over 1,000 cases at the Illinois Human Rights Commission (IHRC) dealing with anti-discrimination and equal opportunity complaints. Executive Order 18-08 will streamline government services to provide due process for Illinois residents.
In addition to the executive order, Gov. Rauner has appointed Philip Dalmage as the new Executive Director of the Illinois Human Rights Commission to oversee the commission’s coordination efforts.
“Our administration has made government transformation a priority from day one,” Rauner said. “With this executive order, The Human Rights Commission will have 60 days to create an 18 month plan to eliminate the thousands of backlogged cases that prevent taxpayers from receiving due process, and the assistance they need in their cases. I’m confident that under the new leadership of Executive Director Dalmage all of the goals of this executive order will be met in a swift manner.”
In 2016, Rauner directed the creation of a Bureau of Administrative Hearings at Central Management Services (CMS) to study the efficiencies the state could realize though consolidation of administrative hearing caseloads. Recognizing that the IHRC has one of the most egregious hearing backlogs in state government, and knowing these hearings affect the state’s most vulnerable populations, in 2017, the governor proposed Executive Order 17-02, the reorganization of IHRC into the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) to expedite anti-discrimination cases brought by Illinois citizens. Without explanation, the General Assembly rejected the governor’s reorganization executive order later that year.
“This backlog must be addressed so that the victims of discrimination and harassment can receive the legal assistance they deserve,” said IDHR Director Janice Glenn. “This executive order will ensure that all harassment and discrimination cases receive due process.”
Nearly every year since 2008, the backlog of cases waiting final decision at IHRC has grown. Individuals and businesses, often parties without great financial means or legal assistance, wait longer and longer for a decision on their cases. On average, parties wait more than four years from the time of filing a charge of discrimination until a final decision is reached.
“This executive order will provide the tools necessary to directly resolve the backlog of charges of discrimination pending before IHRC. By sharing expertise and resources with CMS and IDHR, I am confident that we will accomplish this objective. I look forward to working with Phil Dalmage on this effort,” IHRC Chair Rosemary Bombela said.
Executive Order 18-08 mandates coordination between the Bureau of Administrative Hearings, IHRC, and IDHR to eliminate backlog and improve due process. Coordination includes:
The newly appointed executive director is a former Chief Administrative Law Judge at the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS), and served as the Director of the Business Enterprise Program at the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). Most recently, Dalmage worked as a practicing attorney dealing with civil and family cases, specifically working with IDCFS abuse and neglect cases. He holds a B.A. from Marquette University and a J.D. from the John Marshall Law School.
“It is an incredible honor to be appointed Executive Director of the Illinois Human Rights Commission,” Dalmage said. “I am aware of the long and storied history of the Illinois Human Rights Act in Illinois and look forward to using this role to adjudicate civil rights violations in as fair, just, and expeditious a manner as possible. I thank Governor Rauner for giving me this great opportunity.”
A group of school district leaders is urging Gov. Bruce Rauner to veto a bill that would require a $40,000 starting salary for teachers by 2022.
Here’s a link to the story at Illinois News Network.
Cubs and Dodgers split doubleheader
Albert Almora Jr. got even. So did the Chicago Cubs.
Here’s a link to the story at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Before Matt Carpenter could do something that hasn’t been done all season against Philadelphia’s hotshot rookie reliever, the Cardinals had to accomplish a few things Tuesday they haven’t done enough.
Here’s a link to the story at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
| I spread out my hands to you; my soul thirsts for you like a parched land. |
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On June 16, 2018 Benton Police conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Madison and East Main Street. During the stop, Benton Police K9 “Ranger” alerted to the odor of illegal narcotics in the vehicle. Upon investigating further a passenger identified as Rodney G. Sailliez, age 47, of Benton was arrested for unlawful possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Sailliez was charged and transported to the Franklin County Jail for further processing.
On June 16, 2018 at approximately 11:50 p.m. Benton Police stopped a male subject walking in the 600 block of Jesse Street. Upon investigating, the subject identified as 33 year old Mitchell T. Mann of Benton was found to be in possession of methamphetamine. Mann was charged and transported to the Franklin County Jail.
On June 17, 2018 Benton Police were dispatched to the 600 block of Dial Street in reference to a domestic disturbance. Upon investigating, police arrested Brett C. Coulter, age 28, of DuQuoin for domestic battery, criminal trespass to a residence, criminal damage to property, and resisting a peace officer. Coulter was charged and transported to the Franklin County Jail for further processing.
On June 19, 2018 Benton Police were dispatched to the 400 block of West Webster Street in reference to a domestic disturbance. Upon investigating, police arrested Aaron A. Hargett, age 19, of Benton for domestic battery. Hargett was charged and transported to the Franklin County Jail for further processing.
