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Slow down and move over: New laws aim to strengthen Scott’s Law
By JERRY NOWICKICapitol News Illinoisjnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – Seventeen crashes involving Illinois state troopers or their vehicles have occurred in 2021…
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Pritzker signs three bills to ensure access to feminine hygiene products
SPRINGFIELD – Three new state laws will aim to break down barriers to feminine hygiene products such as tampons and…
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Pritzker mandates mask in schools, daycare and during indoor athletic events
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker announced that all daycare, Pre-K through 12th grade students will be required to wear masks during…
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Oakwood to use ESSER money to build an addition on Oakwood Grade School
The Oakwood School Board has allocated $5,574,000 for an addition to Oakwood Grade School. The district sold $3 million in…
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Pritzker signs bipartisan FOID bill, expands background checks on gun sales
Governor JB Pritzker signed House Bill 562 Monday, expanding background checks on all gun sales in Illinois while also providing…
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Residents in Oakwood experiencing water issues
By Will Payne Whether it is for cooking, cleaning or drinking, access to clean and affordable water is absolutely necessary…
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The University of Illinois to require face coverings indoors beginning Friday
Beginning July 30, the University of Illinois will require all faculty, staff, students and visitors to wear a face-covering inside…
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IDPH/CUPHD aligns with updated CDC guidance
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Champaign Urbana Public Health Department (CUPHD) have fully adopting updated Centers…
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CDC recommends masks for all, including teachers, staff, students and visitors to schools
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) updated their mask guidance, recommending that all persons, even those who are fully vaccinated,…
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County Sheriff asks Champaign County board for staffing help
Champaign County Sheriff Dustin Heuerman is asking the Champaign County Board for help in staffing the Champaign County jail. In…
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