A key challenge to solving the teacher shortage issue through political means is each successive year of data underscores the reality of this being a regional challenge.
The Alzheimer's Association releases its "Facts and Figures" report each year. This year, the focus is on the need for better coordination of care for those with Alzheimer's disease and for their caregivers.
Important to read the Auditor General's performance audit on the state's response to a COVID-19 outbreak at the Veterans Home in La Salle for yourself.
The incident involving House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch's office and restrictions on speaking to a reporter about political matters stemmed from a report on a primary campaign, leading to controversy and questions about communication management and political power dynamics.
"Understanding that Springfield climate zealots are promoting the latest wave of solar farm petitions, it is imperative to insure against risk," writes David Cook of Woodstock in a letter to the editor.
As the winter weather wanes and warmer temperatures beckon for us to wander outside, now is a great time to be reminded of the health benefits of getting outdoors and pursuing an active lifestyle.
The Local Food Infrastructure Grant program in Illinois, launched with $1.8 million after a legislative attempt stalled, received overwhelming response with almost 250 applicants submitting proposals for over $23 million, leading to 19 projects being awarded grants.
The ongoing legal debate concerning a new state law limiting lawsuits mounting constitutional challenges is layered and confusing – which might be the point.
"Imagine if Republicans, who know Donald Trump poses a threat of dictatorship, suddenly found courage and began speaking out," Bill King of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.