Illinois Republican lawmakers are pushing for reforms in how representative districts are determined, advocating that the process be taken out of politicians' hands and handed over to an independent committee appointed by the Illinois Supreme Court.
Following a COVID-19 outbreak at the LaSalle Veterans Home that led to 36 deaths, a study by state agencies and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) concluded all four state-run veterans homes lack standardized infection prevention policies.
A report commissioned by Oswego School District 308 shows six of the district's 22 facilities will operate at least 25% over capacity within five years, despite a projected enrollment decrease elsewhere in the district.
Kendall County Board District 2 incumbent Tony Giles (R) lost his bid for an attempt at re-election in the recent primary, while fellow incumbent Elizabeth Flowers (D) moved on in an uncontested election.