WQUB Public NewsRoom Archive

GOP Congresswoman to change Vote (2008-05-27)
G-I Bill draws support of one more member of Illinois Congressional delegation.

Durbin says Support Growing for G-I Bill (2008-05-27)
One of Illinois' top Democrats criticizes President George W. Bush for his opposition to a new G-I Bill.

Libertarians Select Candidate (2008-05-27)
Chicago Libertarian Party anticipates active campaign season.

Home Sales in Illinois (2008-05-27)
Last month's home sales in Illinois increase sharply.

Jury in Rezko Trial Begins Deliberations (2008-05-16)
Jurors at trial of accused political deal-maker Tony Rezko begin deliberations of his fate.

Edgar Says Tough Times Ahead for State Gov't (2008-04-21)
Former Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar says Springfield is dysfunctional.

Illinois House Moves Bill to Track Stalkers (2008-04-21)
GPS monitors would track stalkers under a measure in the Illinois House.

Autism Advocates Push State for More Money (2008-04-21)
Illinois lawmakers debate more money for autism treatment.

Hannibal Dog Park Nears (2008-04-21)
Hannibal's dog park moves nearer to completion this summer.

Extension Service Cuts Could Hurt Classrooms (2008-04-21)
Illinois' budget problems have started to affect at least one large program in the state. That's the University of Illinois Extension.

Hawks Take Three of Four Games (2008-04-21)
Quincy University Hawks reach .500 mark in conference after weekend action.

Former Gov. Says He's Never Seen Such a Mess in Springfield (2008-04-21)
Jim Edgar is pessimistic about Illinois government in the near future.

Hawks Swept (2008-02-25)
Quincy University Hawks continue to stumble in Florida action.

FEMA PROVIDES OVER EIGHTEEN MILLION DOLLARS TO FIRE DEPARTMENTS (2008-02-25)
Mount Sterling firefighters to share in federal grant program.

Flood Outlook (2008-02-25)
Mississippi River forecast says river will reach flood stage at several towns this spring.

Study Says Women Lag in Executive Positions in Chicago (2007-12-12)
Chicago Network says women trail in upper levels of management.

Illinois Falls Behind on its Bills (2007-12-12)
State of Illinois pays its bills later with each month.

Rotary Club Seeks End to Polio (2007-12-12)
Rotary Foundation aims to stamp out polio world-wide.

Lewis University to offer Air Traffic Controller Curriculum (2007-12-12)
First university in Illinois offering air traffic controller degree

New Means to Identify Disaster Victims (2007-12-12)
Automated system will speed identification of disaster victims.

Governor Dithers While Schools Wait (2007-12-12)
Gov. Rod Blagojevich delays signing a budget measure to send money to school districts.

Merc Launched Hurricane Futures (2007-12-12)
Chicago Mercantile Exchange offers investments for insurance companies.

Green Party to run More Candidates in Illinois (2007-12-12)
Green Party to build on last elections results to run more candidates.

Illinois Students with limited English Aptitude will Take Regular Test (2007-12-12)
Schools could suffer when kids with limited English take standard tests.

Motorola Taps New CEO (2007-12-12)
Motorola will start the new year with a new C-E-O.

2nd Close Call in Skies over Chicago (2007-11-20)
FAA says second close call in the air over Chicago should not worry the public.

Chicago TV Writers Could Strike (2007-11-20)
WBBM writers vote to authorize a potential strike.

Congressman Says Bill to Help Ex-Cons Should Pass (2007-11-20)
Ex-offender bill would provide money for rehabilitation.

Writers at TV Stations May Strike (2007-11-20)
Chicago television stations could feel the writers' strike.

Moment of Silence Amendment (2007-11-20)
State legislator offers amendment for moment of silence bill.

Southwest Airlines Says 'Yes" to Midway Privatization (2007-11-20)
The largest carrier operating from Midway Airport gives a thumbs-up to privatization.

Guiliani Rally in Missouri (2007-11-13)
Republican presidential candidate speaks in Missouri.

State Farm Wins Ruling (2007-11-09)
Illinois company wins ruling in Hurricane Katrina cases.

Ill. Leaders Strive for Resolution (2007-11-09)
Tough issues remain for Illinois government leaders.

Ill. Leaders Meet to Hammer Out Funding (2007-11-09)
Illinois leadership may not solve funding problems as quickly as hoped.

Ryan's Prison (2007-11-09)
Overview of prison where former Gov. George Ryan will reside.

Ryan's Loses Last Bid to Avoid Prison (2007-11-09)
Former Illinois Gov. George Ryan told to report to prison.

Legislators Try to Revive Anti-Violence Program (2007-11-09)
Illinois legislators hope to double funding for anti-violence program despite veto.

Bill Clinton Opens Greenbuild Expo (2007-11-09)
Greenbuild Expo opens with former President in Chicago.

Obam a Misses Votes (2007-11-09)
Presidential candidate Barack Obama misses Senate votes while campaigning.

Pace Chairman Optimistic on Long-term Solution (2007-11-05)
Pace's Chairman hopes a long-term solution can be found for mass transit woes in Chicago.

Expert Limited in R. Kelly Trial (2007-11-05)
Judge limits expert witness in the oft-delayed trial of R. Kelly.

High Hopes in Springfield (2007-11-05)
Illinois political leaders have high hopes addressing left-over issues this week.

CTA Gets Quick Fix for Budget Woes (2007-11-05)
Chicago mass transit gets short-term cash infusion but not a long-term answer.

IOC Prez Visits Chicago (2007-11-05)
Olympics president visits Chicago during sporting event.

Fingerprint Gas Buying (2007-11-05)
High-tech purchase option from Shell for gasoline purchases.

Chicago Jesuit Charged (2007-11-05)
Chicago-are Jesuit priest charged in federal sex crimes.

Boxing Championship Could Preview Olympics (2007-11-05)
Chicago mayor says World Boxing Championship shows city can host Olympics.

Company Explores Hydro-Power (2007-10-31)
Henderson County is a possible site for a hydro-electric plant.

Halloween Safety (2007-10-31)
Tips for parents of trick-or-treaters for tonight.

ISAT Results (2007-10-31)
Illinois education releases its report card today.

Study Says Juveniles Don't Receive Adequate Counsel (2007-10-31)
National Juvenile Defender Center and Children and Family Justice Center say juvenile offenders don't get proper defenses.

Kane County GOP Controversy (2007-10-31)
Candidates demand resignation of Kane County chairman.

ISAT Scores Released (2007-10-31)
Illinois state education report card released to public.

Candidates File for Office (2007-10-30)
Candidates lined up to submit their petititions earlier than ever.

Illinois Schools Could Get Less Money (2007-10-30)
Next month, most schools in Illinois could get lower aid payments.

Chicago Public Transit Adequate for Olympic Bid (2007-10-30)
Looming public transit cuts could undermine Olympic bid.

United Posts Record Profits (2007-10-24)
United Airlines posts profitable quarter ending September 30th.

New CTA Funding Reveals Few Details (2007-10-24)
Gov. Rod Blagojevich remains mum on a new deal to finance the CTA.

Gov Vows to Fight for Property Tax Relief (2007-10-24)
Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich says he will press for permanent tax relief for Cook County.

Website Tracks Campaign Contributions (2007-10-24)
Open Book website tracks campaign contributions from contractors.

Facelift for Illinois Licenses (2007-10-24)
Facelift makes Illinois licenses harder to duplicate.

New Database Links Contributions to Contracts (2007-10-24)
Illinois' Comptroller shines light on campaign contributors.

Veto Session Doesn't Resolve Big Issues (2007-10-19)
General Assembly leaves Springfield with work still on the table.

Property Tax Relief Clears Legislature (2007-10-19)
Illinois General Assembly passes property tax relief for Cook County property owners.

Poshard Plagiarism Investigation (2007-10-19)
Faculty members at SIU disagree on handling of allegations of plagarism made against the university's president.

End of Ramadan Approaches (2007-10-11)
A new moon will mark of end of Ramadan for Muslims.

Legislature Upholds Truck Speed Limit Veto (2007-10-11)
General Assembly keeps truck speed limits lower on rural interstates.

No Match Letters Stalled (2007-10-11)
Federal judge halts Homeland Security's "no-match" letters.

Hawks Picked Fourth in Division (2007-10-11)
Quincy University's men's basketball is picked fourth in its division.

Lincoln Bicentennial Reaches Two-Thirds of Goal (2007-10-11)
Commission raises over $334,000 towards a goal of $500,000.

QU Hawks Win Late (2007-10-11)
Quincy University men's soccer team wins on late goal.

Illinois Trucks Won't Go Faster (2007-10-11)
Legislature keeps lower highway speed limits for trucks.

Elgin Police Investigate Racial Slurs (2007-10-10)
An Elgin Home Depot store site of racist vandalism.

Daley Says Marathon Troubles Won't Affect Olympic Bid (2007-10-10)
Chicago's mayor says troubles at last weekend's Chicago Marathon won't hurt the city's Olympic bid.

Brady Says Gov Should Fill Board Slots (2007-10-10)
An Illinois board's vacancies hurt healthcare, says State Senator.

Brady Says Gov Hurting Healthcare (2007-10-10)
A state board overseeing construction of healthcare facilities is understaffed.

SOS Unit Disbanded (2007-10-10)
Chicago Police disband troubled unit after allegations members broke the law.

Illinois Schools Could Soon Have Moment of Silence (2007-10-04)
A bill would require Illinois public schools to provide a moment of silence each day.

Illinois Property Tax Relief Stalls (2007-10-04)
A bill to provide some property tax relief falls prey to bickering.

Dems Critical of Bush Veto of SCHIP (2007-10-04)
Bush's veto of SCHIP bill prompts Democrat outrage.

Property Tax Relief Measure Stuck in Neutral (2007-10-04)
Property tax relief bill stalls under governor's assault.

U of Chicago Carillon Gets Face-lift (2007-10-04)
U of C carillon will receive maintenance to the tune of $1.4 million.

Illinois Businesses Could See Cost Increase If Immigation Laws Enforced (2007-10-04)
How will the federal no-match letters affect the cost of doing business in Illinois?

House Oversight Could be Challenged in Court (2007-10-04)
Illinois House drops ball in veto override attempt.

Planned Parenthood Clinic Opens Despite Protests (2007-10-03)
Protestors peacefully assemble as Planned Parenthood clinic.

House Blasts Governor for Cuts (2007-10-03)
House votes to override governor's vetos. Senate will not take up the vetos.

Cubs Price Could Go Up (2007-10-03)
A playoff appearance may raise the stakes at the Cubs are on the block.

House Votes to Override Most Vetoes (2007-10-03)
Illinois House berates governor; votes to override most cuts.

Halvorson to run for 11th District Seat (2007-10-03)
State Senator to run for Weller's congressional seat.

Planned Parenthood Clinic Opens in Aurora (2007-10-03)
Planned Parenthood clinic opens despite permit controversy.

House Committee of Whole Hears Those Affected by Gov's Cuts (2007-10-02)
Gov. celebrates Cubs playoff appearance while House Committee of the Whole meets.

Guard Returns Artifact (2007-10-02)
An alert guard at O'Hare finds statue hidden in luggage.

Gov. Attends Cubs Send-off (2007-10-02)
Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich says Cubs manager is an inspiration.

Veto Session Preview (2007-10-01)
The Illinois General Assembly will meet in the Veto Session Tuesday. The House meets today.

Referendum on Instant Run-off Elections in Urbana (2007-10-01)
Group seeks instant run-off elections in Urbana municipal elections.

Ameren Will Disconnect Customers Behind on Payments (2007-10-01)
Ameren will lift moratorium on disconnecting customers.

Planned Parenthood Clinic Opening Delayed (2007-10-01)
Abortion debate takes aim at Aurora as Planned Parenthood vows to open clinic.

Illinois General Assembly to meet for Veto Session (2007-10-01)
Four major issues remain before the Illinois General Assembly.

Lady Hawks Win (2007-10-01)
Lady Hawks soccer team back on winning track in conference.

Ameren to begin Disconnects (2007-10-01)
Ameren has observed a self-imposed moratorium on disconnecting customers behind on their bills.

Urbana Group Seeks Insta Vote (2007-10-01)
An Urbana group seeks to add instant run-off voting to municipal elections.

Cheap Trick Guitarist Opens Restaurant (2007-10-01)
Cheap Trick restaurant opens in Rockford, home to Rick Nielson.

Aldermen Applaud Chicago Investigation of Police Torture (2007-09-28)
Federal investigations into whether the Chicago Police have tortured prisoners.

Ceasefire Program May Cease (2007-09-28)
Rep. Bill Mitchell says anti-violence program should be replaced.

Low Turnout for Public Hearing (2007-09-28)
The ICC held a public forum in Champaign on fees charged for fire protection. No one came.

Chicago Wal Mart Marks 1st Anniversary (2007-09-27)
Wal Mart stores in Chicago may not bring the benefits the company trumpets.

Illinois Leaders Build Capital Program Around Casinos (2007-09-27)
Illinois' proposed capital spending depends on more casinos.

Gov and Top Leaders Meet (2007-09-27)
Gov. Rod Blagojevich and legislators confer on capital spending.

Illinois Democrats Meet Behind Closed Doors (2007-09-27)
The governor of Illinois and legislative leaders met to settle disagreements.

Blagojevich Pressures House to Accept Casinos (2007-09-27)
Gov. Rod Blagojevich ratchets up the p.r. battle over a capital spending plan.

Labor Leaders Want Jobs from Capital Spending (2007-09-27)
Illinois labor leaders are more concerned with jobs than how the state will pay for them.

UAW Strikers Picket (2007-09-26)
Striking United Auto Workers picket a plant on Bolingbrook.

MacArthur Foundation Awards "Genius" Grants (2007-09-26)
Two Illinoisans receive "Genius" grants from MacArthur Foundation.

Norquist Says Illinois Taxes Have Gone Up (2007-09-26)
Grover Norquist says the governor is disingenuous when he says taxes have not increased.

Lady Hawks Move Up (2007-09-26)
QU Lady Hawks climb in national poll as wining streak goes to 4 games.

Brown Criticizes Supreme Court Decision (2007-09-26)
Daughter of Brown says schools may suffer a loss of diversity.

Chicago Catholic School Supt. Steps Down (2007-09-26)
Wolsonovich steps down as head of second-largest Catholic school system in country.

Scholz appointed to Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition (2007-09-26)
Former Quincy Mayor named to state Lincoln board.

Illinois Could Expand Number of Casinos (2007-09-26)
The State of Illinois may expand the number of casinos to pay for part of the state budget.

Dems Court Organized Labor (2007-09-26)
Three Democrat presidential candidates court union vote in Chicago.

Norquist Speaks in Springfield (2007-09-26)
President of Americans for Tax Reform speaks in Springfield, IL.

Madigan Reacts to Gov's Lawsuit (2007-09-26)
Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan says governor is playing politcal games.

Pew Survey Finds Negative Views of Muslims and Mormons (2007-09-26)
A survey finds American have negative view of Islam and Mormonism.

Public Park, Priave Art? (2007-09-25)
Federal court to decide ownership of garden in public park.

McCain Visits Chicago (2007-09-25)
John McCain says his campaign will concentrate on new Hampshire and South Carolina.

UAW Strike Could Affect Other Automakers (2007-09-25)
A labor expert says the UAW strike against GM will have wider implications.

Chicago Could Get Land-based Casino (2007-09-24)
Senate action could mean land-based casino in Chicago under city-ownership.

Senate Dems Want to Restore Budget Cuts (2007-09-24)
Senate Democrats who suffered cuts in their districts through the governor's veto pen are pressuring leaders to restore those cuts.

Duckworth Defends Vetoes (2007-09-24)
Director of Ilinois Veterans Affairs Department defends governor.

Doctors Without Borders Exhibit Opens in Chicago (2007-09-21)
Doctors Without Borders opens exhibit in Grant's Park.

Father of Injured Hockey Player Sues League (2007-09-21)
Illinois Supreme Court to hear hockey injury case.

13 Chicago Landmarks Threatened by Development (2007-09-21)
Illinois Preservation Council says 13 Chicago-area landmarks threatened.

Gov. Blunt on ICE Deputizations (2007-09-21)
Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt says state will work with local law enforcement to enforce federal immigration laws.

Casino Exemption Fails (2007-09-21)
Illinois Senate defeats attempt to exempt casinos from smoking ban.

$1.65 Million Settlement with Archdiocese of Chicago (2007-09-21)
A teen-ager abused by clergy gets settlement with Archdioscese.

Carpentersville EMTs Sued (2007-09-21)
Mexican immigrant sued Carpentersville EMTs after child suffers brain damage.

Judge Delays Opening of Planned Parenthood Clinic (2007-09-21)
Planned Parenthood will continue its fight to open clinic despite use of a front to obtain city permits.

Iowa Democrat Candidate Debate (2007-09-21)
Democrat presidential candidates agree on most issues.

Judge Dismisses Governor's Lawsuit (2007-09-21)
Illinois governor's lawsuit against House Clerk dismissed.

Cook County Homeowners to get Tax Relief (2007-09-21)
Gov. uses amendatory veto to extend caps on property tax increases.

Protests in Support of 'Jena-6' (2007-09-21)
St. Louis supporters of so-called 'Jena-6' protest.

Cook County Homeowners to get Tax Relief (2007-09-21)
Gov. uses amendatory veto to extend caps on property tax increases.

Victim of Clergy Sex-Abuse Settles for $1.65 Million (2007-09-21)
Teen-age boy settles case with Archdiocese of Chicago.

Lauzen Announces Candidacy (2007-09-20)
Another GOP candidate to replace former Speaker Dennis Hastert.

Gov. Pressures Speaker (2007-09-20)
Illinois Governor Blagojevich launches another salvo in battle with Speaker.

Ex-Gov's Wife Hopes for Best (2007-09-20)
Wife of former governor hoping for best as he appeals his corruption conviction.

Hastert's Chief-of-Staff Resigns (2007-09-20)
The resignation of Congressman Dennis Hastert leads to speculation his boss will resign too.

Episcopal Meeting (2007-09-20)
Anglican meeting faces tough issues of gay clergy and same-sex unions.

Chicago Chooses New Olympic Logo (2007-09-20)
New Olympic logo as City of Chicago takes aim at bid.

Suspected Pipe Bomber Indicted (2007-09-20)
A suspect in a series of pipe bomb mailings has been indicted by a federal grand jury.

State Senator Skeptical of New Spending Plan (2007-09-19)
One Republican state senator is skeptical the governor will comply with a capital spending plan approved Tuesday.

Chicago Children's Museum Seeks Move (2007-09-19)
The Chicago Children's Museum wants to move downtown.

Quincy to St. Louis Air Service to Resume (2007-09-19)
After a month-and-a-half delay, air service to St. Louis will resume.

Illinois Senate Votes to Expand Gambling (2007-09-19)
The Illinois Senate approves more casinos to pay for construction projects.

Illinois Senate to Vote on Transit Plan (2007-09-18)
The Illinois Senate may put pressure on the House by voting on a mass transit bailout using gambling proceeds.

Illinois Senate May Vote on Transit Bailout (2007-09-18)
Senators may vote on plan to finance mass transit through gambling proceeds.

CTA Fix a Distant Hope (2007-09-18)
CTA bailout buys time for legislators who are no closer to a solution.

State Farm Insurance Settles with some Katrina Victims (2007-09-18)
Bloomington-based State Farm has settled with some of its Mississippi policy holders.

Terrorism Trial Set to Begin in Chicago (2007-09-18)
Suspects in Sears Tower plot to get their day in court.

Tour of Missouri Ends (2007-09-17)
Largest sports event in Missouri winds up in St. Louis.

Planned Parenthood to open Aurora Clinic (2007-09-14)
Planned Parenthood plans to open its largest North American clinic Tuesday in Aurora despite protests from pro-life groups.

3rd GOP Candidate for 18th District (2007-09-14)
A Peoria businessman throws his hat into the ring to succeed Ray LaHood.

Court Says Graves Can Be Moved for O'Hare (2007-09-14)
The expansion at O'Hare International Airport requires the removal of a cemetery.

Conservation Group Puts Gorillas on "Red List" (2007-09-14)
World Conservation Union lists gorillas as one of 16,000 endangered species.

Daley Back from Paris Trip (2007-09-14)
Daley returns from Europe to take up public transportation funding fight.

McConoughey Seeks 18th District Seat (2007-09-14)
Peoria business leader declares for 18th district congressional seat.

Judge Challenges State's Election Age Limit (2007-09-14)
William Maddux says judges should be able to run for election after 75.

Gov Proposes CTA Bailout (2007-09-13)
Gov. Rod Blagojevich proposes short-term loan for troubled public transit in Chicago.

Durbin Calls on BP Protect Great Lakes (2007-09-13)
Illinois U.S. Senator Dick Durbin says BP should advertise its intent not to dump in Great Lakes even though company does not plan to do so.

Protests Against "No Match" Letters (2007-09-13)
Advocates for illegal immigrants protest in Chicago.

Illinois Arts Council Cuts (2007-09-13)
Governor Blagojevich cuts $1 million from Illinois Arts Council budget.

Plans to Bail Out CTA Could Help Downstate (2007-09-12)
A bill in the Illinois General Assembly to help CTA could help public transit downstate.

QU Volleyball Loss (2007-09-12)
Lady Hawks volleyball team falls on road in conference match.

McCaskill Announces Grant (2007-09-12)
$20,000 grant to City of Hannibal river trail project.

Six Flags Cited (2007-09-12)
Six Flags Great America cited for numerous OSHA violations.

Bill Could Help Downstate Public Transit (2007-09-12)
A bill before the Illinois General Assembly could provide more money for public transit downstate.

Numerous Lapses Led Up to CTA Derailment (2007-09-12)
NTSB says CTA blue line derailment last year caused by poor maintenance and inadequate training.

Ameren to Mail Rebates This Week (2007-09-11)
Illinois electric customers will begin to see promised relief in their mailboxes.

Protests at AMA (2007-09-11)
ADAPT supporters protest AMA to gain support for legislation.

Family Secrets Jury Back in Court (2007-09-11)
Family Secrets trial jury back in court for more deliberations.

Guilty Verdicts in Chicago Mob Trial (2007-09-11)
The so-called "Family Secrets" trial defendants found guilty.

GOP Congressman Supports Troop Pullout (2007-09-11)
Republican congressman supports troop pull-out from Iraq.

QU Player Named Offensive Player of Week (2007-09-11)
Ben Marron named conference offensive player of the week.

Ameren Checks Go Out This Week (2007-09-11)
Checks and credits for Illinois electric customers go out this week.

Hospital's Tax-Exempt Status Questioned (2007-09-11)
Illinois' attorney general questions if hospital provides enough charity care.

Ill. Senate to Vote on Transportation Bill (2007-09-10)
The Illinois State Senate will meet briefly in Springfield today.

Ill. Senate to Vote on Transportation Bill (2007-09-10)
Illinois state senate to vote on public transportation bill.

Chicago to Carry Torch for U.S. Olympic Bid (2007-09-10)
Chicago will compete with cities in three other nations for Olympic bid.

Grand Jury to Investigate Industry Death Last Year (2007-09-07)
Five year-old's unsolved homocide prompts grand jury.

Public Hearings Scheduled on State Cuts (2007-09-07)
Illinois legislators will travel the state to get public input.

Agencies Have Hard Timing Adding Minorities (2007-09-07)
Quincy Police are not alone with difficulties recruiting minorities.

Bowling Green Bank Robbed (2007-09-07)
US Bank in Bowling Green robbed. Police seeking suspect.

Body Identified (2007-09-07)
Body of man found on railroad tracks is identified.

Poshard Allegations Stump Board of Trustees (2007-09-07)
SIU Board of Trustees to make next move in Poshard controversy.

Illinois Has Home Loan Program for the Poor (2007-09-07)
State executive director of HDA says loan program will help residents keep their homes as well as purchase them.

Great Lakes Conference in Chicago (2007-09-07)
Three-day event in downtown Chicago on Great Lakes.

Public Hearings on State Cuts (2007-09-07)
House Speaker Mike Madigan will hold public hearings on the governor's budget cuts.

QU Soccer Teams Win (2007-09-06)
Men's and women's soccer teams bring home victories.

Boeing's New Plane Delayed (2007-09-06)
787 Dreamliner's first flight delay should not affect deliveries.

QU Soccer Teams Win (2007-09-06)
Men's and women's soccer teams bring home victories.

CTA Bill Voted Down (2007-09-05)
Illinois House votes against funding for Chicago Transit Authority

R. Kelley Trial Delayed (2007-09-05)
The trial of singer R. Kelley on child pornography charges.

Junction Restaurant Will Re-Open (2007-09-05)
The owner of the burned-out Junction Restaurant vows to rebuild.

Former Hannibal City Manager Takes New Job (2007-09-05)
Andy Morris takes another position in Northeast Missouri.

Madigan Says Lawsuit Won't Affect His Job (2007-09-05)
Mike Madigan says he will not let the governor's lawsuit affect him.

CTA Bill Voted Down (2007-09-05)
No financial bail-out for Chicago public transit systems.

Truth in Towing Law (2007-09-04)
New Illinois law designed to protect drivers by providing more info.

O'Hare Among Worst for Delays (2007-09-04)
The FAA says Chicago's O'Hare is one of the worst for delays.

Body Recovered (2007-09-04)
Body found in Mississippi is identified as missing Burlington man.

ComEd Public Hearing (2007-09-04)
Public meeting this morning in Des Plaines gives public a chance to its voice heard.

Mob Trial Deliberations to Begin (2007-09-04)
"Family Secrets" mob trial deliberations to begin today.

New Illinois Law Increases Penalties for Drinking Parties (2007-09-04)
Stiffer penalties for allowing underage drinking in Illinois.

IDOT Refuses to Release Bridge Info (2007-09-04)
Illinois Department of Transportation won't talk about bridge conditions.

Gov. Vetoes Moment of Silence Bill (2007-09-04)
Illinois students will not have a moment of silence each day.

Security Improvements at Ft. Madison Prison (2007-09-04)
Security upgrades at prison after escapes two years ago.

New Illinois Law Increases Penalties for Drinking Parties (2007-09-04)
The sponsor of a new state law says parents should not look the other way when kids drink at home.

Iowa Priest Faces Molestation Allegations (2007-09-04)
Fr. Gerald Stouvenel placed on administrative leave.

Child Endangerment Charges Filed (2007-08-31)
State's attorney Jon Barnard files charges against parents in fatal house fires.

Chicago to host Green Party Convention (2007-08-31)
Green Party to hold national convention in Chicago.

Statement on Allegations of Poshard Plagiarism (2007-08-31)
Chairman of SIU Board of Trustees on the allegations.

Chicago to host Green Party Convention (2007-08-31)
Greens choose Chicago for nominating convention next year.

Audit of Gun Violence Prevention Program (2007-08-30)
CeaseFire gets results of state audit after funding cut.

New Illinois Law to Prevent DUI Offenders from Driving Drunk (2007-08-30)
In 2009, DUI offenders in Illinois will need to put devices on their cars to prevent them driving while intoxicated.

Illinois Law Will Require Monitors for DUI Offenders (2007-08-30)
Beginning in 2009, Illinois DUI offenders will need to add monitors to their cars to prevent them driving while intoxicated.

Air Service to Springfield Resumes (2007-08-30)
American Airlines re-establishes air service between Springfield and St. Louis.

Health Dept. Regulations (2007-08-30)
Marion County body votes to repeal CAFO regulations.

Missour Exports Up (2007-08-30)
Missouri exports up in second quarter over record-setting 2006.

Chicago Cools on Wi-Fi Service (2007-08-29)
City-wide wireless may not be in the cards for Chicago.

DePaul Professor Denied Tenure (2007-08-29)
Controversy over the denial of tenure to a political science professor.

Illegal Immigrants Arrested in Northern Illinois (2007-08-28)
Federal agents arrested alleged illegal immigrants in Northern Illinois.

Gov. Sues Speaker (2007-08-28)
Governor sues House Speaker over special legislative session.

Shoemyer on Ticket Scalping Bill (2007-08-28)
Missouri State Senator Wes Shoemyer says a bill to legalize ticket scalping should make it more transparent.

KHQA 7.2 (2007-08-28)
KHQA-TV to add new digital channel 7.2 on Labor Day.

Gov. Sues Speaker (2007-08-28)
Illinois Gov. sues fellow Democrat Speaker over session.

Phil Hare Says CCC is a Milestone (2007-08-28)
17th district Congressman says he wants to make it easier on college students to pay for an education.

JWCC Cancels Classes for Funeral (2007-08-27)
John Wood Community College cancels some morning classes for funeral.

QU Soccer Team Results (2007-08-27)
Men tie at Soccer Bowl IV. Women win season opener.

Gov. Cuts 2/3 of Lincoln Bicentennial Budget (2007-08-27)
Gov. cuts two-thirds of the state budget to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth

Illinois Law Requires More Info on Scrap Metal Buys (2007-08-27)
Illinois law seeks to deter scrap metal theft by requiring more information.

Gov. Cuts Lincoln Bicentennial Budget (2007-08-27)
Governor Blagojevich cuts Lincoln Bicentennial budget.

Durbin Says Good Riddance to Gonzales (2007-08-27)
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin applauds Gonzales resignation.

LaHood Thinks G-O-P Will Hold His Seat (2007-08-27)
18th District Congressman Ray LaHood says Republicans will probably hold onto his seat.

Oberweis to run Again (2007-08-27)
Dairy magnate Jim Oberweis announces run for congress.

Tips for Flood Victims (2007-08-27)
Martinez says file claims early and take lots of pictures of the damage.

Governor Signs Budget (2007-08-24)
Governor finally signs budget but now without some cuts.

Governor's Budget Cuts Spark Controversy (2007-08-24)
An Illinois state senator argues the governor's budget cuts will hurt.

Area Projects that Maintain Funding in Amended Budget (2007-08-24)
Despite the governor's budget cuts, funding for many area projects survived.

Robbery Suspect Pleads Guilty (2007-08-24)
Second bank robbery suspect pleads guilty in federal court.

Operation Ceasefire Victim of Budget Knife (2007-08-24)
A violence prevention program fell to the governor's budget cuts.

WIU Offers Cost-Guarantee to Junior College Transfers (2007-08-24)
Western Illinois University extends its cost-guarantee to junior college transfer students.

Governor Blagojevich signs FY08 budget (2007-08-23)
Governor Rod Blagojevich signs budget and cuts $463-million.

Illinois Gov. Wants to Fund Some New Projects (2007-08-23)
Gov. Rod Blagojevich has not carried out a threat to take "pork" out of the budget.

Gov. Delays Threatened Budget Cuts (2007-08-23)
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich has not yet made $500-million in threatened cuts to the budget. Legislators wonder why he's waiting.

Budget Impasse Hurts Those Dependent on State (2007-08-23)
Lisa Madigan says groups and people who depend on the State of Illinois.

Great Lakes Aviation to Serve Burlington (2007-08-23)
Great Lakes Aviation to begin service to Burlington, Iowa and Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri. Quincy service still uncertain.

Doc Fees to Increase in Illinois (2007-08-23)
Auto and truck buyers will see fee increases for paperwork next year.

Internet Safey for Kids (2007-08-23)
Attorney General says giveaway encourages kids to be safe on the Internet.

Ryan's Conviction Upheld (2007-08-22)
The convictions of the former Illinois governor and a friend are upheld.

Hannibal Advances Bridge Project (2007-08-22)
City moves along with South Main Street Bridge project.

500 Pounds of Marijuana Seized (2007-08-22)
Quincy Police make two arrests; say they seized 500 pounds of marijuana.

Hannibal Museum to change Hands (2007-08-22)
Hannibal Visitors and Convention Bureau to take over birthplace of the "unsinkable" Molly Brown

Molly Brown Museum Donated to Hannibal (2007-08-22)
A museum honoring the "Unsinkable Molly Brown" will change hands.

Missouri Legislature in Special Session (2007-08-21)
Bridges the topic of a special legislative session.

Quincy OKs Street Project (2007-08-21)
City of Quincy and IDOT join forces for streetscape project.

Avenue of Saints Nears Completion (2007-08-21)
Minneapolis to St. Louis highway nears completion.

Illinois Treasurer Tries E-bay (2007-08-21)
Unclaimed items in Illinois make their way to the web.

Illinois bans Salvia (2007-08-21)
Illinois bans an herb that produces hallucinations.

Illinois Fair Attendance Down (2007-08-21)
Hot weather kept people away from the Illinois State Fair last week.

Durbin Pushes 'Wounded Warriors Act' (2007-08-21)
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin visits a wounded war veteran to push for legislation.

Senator Durbin Calls for Better Treatment of Wounded Vets (2007-08-21)
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin says "Wounded Warrior Act" would provide better treatment of vets.

CTA Faces "Doomsday Scenario" Without Budget (2007-08-21)
Chicago mass transit faces higher fares while waiting for state budget.

QU Freshman Enrollment Up (2007-08-21)
A campus-wide commitment leads to increased first-year enrollment at Q-U

Still No Illinois Budget (2007-08-21)
Gov. Blagojevich dallies while considering budget changes.

New Laws for Teen Drivers (2007-08-21)
Ill. Sec. of State says teen drivers will be safer under new law.

New Nuke Regs in Illinois (2007-08-21)
State of Illinois takes closer look at nuclear power plants.

Salvia added to State's Banned Substances (2007-08-21)
Illinois joins 11 other states in banning salvia .

YMCA Closing Pool (2007-08-20)
The Quincy Family Y-M-C-A undergoes maintenance and repairs.

Quincy University 1st Year Enrollment Up (2007-08-20)
First-year student enrollment up sharply as students return to campus.

Quincy School Bus Drivers (2007-08-20)
Quincy Public Schools have stricter training guidelines for bus drivers than the State requires.

Bus Stop Safety (2007-08-20)
School bus safety tips for children as school begins.

Safe Kids Adams Co. Coalition Gets Grant (2007-08-20)
Kohls Cares for Kids contributes to Safe Kids Adams Co. Coalition

Quinn Pushes for Recall (2007-08-20)
The Lt. Governor of Illinois says voters should be able to recall politicians.

Quinn Supports Recall of Politicians (2007-08-20)
Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn says politicians should face the possibility of recall by the public.

Letters About Literature Contest (2007-08-20)
Literature contest for children in elementary, middle and secondary schools.

Governor Wary of Electric Rate Relief (2007-08-16)
Governor Blagojevich says he is "wary" of an electric rate relief package hammered out by the legislature, attorney general and utilities.

Democrats Continuing Feud in Springfield (2007-08-16)
The top three Democrats in Illinois state government continue to disagree.

Hannibal Tax Rate (2007-08-16)
Hannibal schools increase property tax rate slightly.

Electric Rate Relief Still up in Air (2007-08-16)
Governor Rod Blagojevich delays signing electric rate relief bill.

New Stowell School to change Traffic Flow (2007-08-16)
Motorists will see changes on Hannibal's south side once the new Stowell School opens.

Governor Delays Signing Electric Rate Relief (2007-08-16)
Provisions of proposed electric rate relief package sitting on governor's desk.

Roquette to enter Ethanol Production (2007-08-16)
Roquette to build ethanol plant at its Keokuk site.

Business Scam (2007-08-16)
State agency director says three websites scamming businesses.

Obama Endorsed by State Party (2007-08-16)
No surprise but Barack Obama gets party's endorsement in the state.

Street Closing (2007-08-16)
Sewer repair prompts street closing Monday in Quincy.

Ameren to Improve Reliability (2007-08-15)
Ameren plans a significant investment to reduce the chance of long power outages.

Mexican Mother Continues Living in Sanctuary (2007-08-15)
Elvira Arellano has spent a year living in sanctuary at a Chicago church.

Illinois Politicians to get Raises (2007-08-15)
Illinois' governor signs bill to give himself and other state leaders a raise.

Tough Quarter for Real Estate Sales (2007-08-15)
Real estate sales slowed in Illinois this quarter.

No Rate Relief Yet for Illinois (2007-08-15)
Governor Rod Blagojevich has not yet signed an electric rate relief bill.

Immigrants Have Trouble Enrolling Kids (2007-08-15)
Some immigrants near Chicago ran into trouble enrolling their children in school.

Stowell School Progress (2007-08-14)
Stowell Elementary School to be done in time for school year.

Quincy City Council (2007-08-14)
Quincy City Council approves street maintenance funding.

Sullivan Says Governor Should Decide on Budget (2007-08-14)
State Senator John Sullivan says the governor should not dawdle over a proposed budget sent to him by the General Assembly.

Durbin Says No Consensus on Immigration Reform (2007-08-14)
Senator Dick Durbin says the nation must solve its immigration problems.

Southeastern High School Construction (2007-08-14)
Progress at Southeastern High School in Augusta, Illinois.

Giannoulias Says State Needs to Resolve Budget Impasse (2007-08-14)
The Illinois Treasurer says egos are getting in the way of good government.

Blagojevich Faces Budget Proposal (2007-08-14)
What will the governor do with a proposed budget?

Illinois State Fair Continues Without State Budget (2007-08-13)
The Illinois State Fair says it will pay vendors even though it doesn't have any money.

Illinois State Fair Continues Without State Budget (2007-08-13)
Even without a state budget, the Illinois State Fair continues.

New Rules for Bogus Social Security Numbers (2007-08-13)
Companies with employees using false Social Security numbers subject to more scutiny.

Wednesday Storms (2007-08-09)
Storms hit Know and Lewis Counties in Missouri Wednesday afternoon.

Beware of Bats (2007-08-09)
Bats can carry rabies. The Illinois Department of Public Health says

Hannibal Asks Conservation (2007-08-09)
The Hannibal Board of Public Works asks residents to conserve water and electricity.

No-Interest Loans for Schools Questioned (2007-08-09)
Illinois may not have the authority to issue no-interest loans to tide schools over.

Hannibal Robbery Suspects Pleas (2007-08-09)
Two suspects in a March bank robbery to change their pleas.

RegionsAir to sue Feds (2007-08-09)
RegionsAir to sue Federal Aviation Administration for grounding it.

Heat Wave Continues (2007-08-09)
Bowling Green, Missouri to limit water use during hot spell.

Heat Stress (2007-08-08)
With high temperatures look out for symptoms of heat exhaustion.

Democrat Forum in Chicago (2007-08-08)
Democrat presidential candidates joust over the war and campaign donations.

AFSCME Threatens to sue State of Illinois (2007-08-08)
The AFSCME threatens legal action if the State of Illinois does not issue paychecks to state employees on schedule.

Illinois Budget Meetings Bear no Fruit (2007-08-08)
Tom Cross says legislative leaders are closer to a state budget.

Ramsey Sentenced (2007-08-08)
Ramsey sentenced on additional charges for 1996 killings.

Northeast Missouri Elections (2007-08-08)
Few election issues Tuesday in Northeast Missouri.

Quincy City Council Votes for Study (2007-08-07)
City of Quincy to spend 300-thousand dollars on sewer study.

Illinois Lawmakers far apart on Budget (2007-08-07)
Illinois governor and legislative leaders differ on budget priorities.

Discrimination Lawsuit against Macomb (2007-08-07)
City of Macomb and officials face discrimination lawsuit.

Monday Rainfall (2007-08-07)
Rainfall helps some, misses others. Soybeans benefit.

Palmyra Trash Bids (2007-08-07)
Palmyra delays awarding bid for city's trash collection.

Missouri Road Work (2007-08-07)
Road construction zones near Business 61 in New London.

Disabled Workers Won't Get Paid (2007-08-07)
Budget Impasse keeps checks from disabled state workers and survivors.

Schools to get No-Interest Loans (2007-08-07)
Illinois Public Radio story on provided money for schools if budget does not pass soon. (Amanda Vinicky)

Macomb Affirmative Action (2007-08-07)
City of Macomb to update affirmative action policies.

Meeks' Hearing (2007-08-07)
Zachary Meeks's case will move forward in arson deaths of five children.

Budget Impasse Continues (2007-08-07)
Budget impasse continues, could affect school funding. (Chicago Public Radio by Ben Calhoun)

Lady Hawks Sign Transfer (2007-08-01)
Quincy University Lady Hawks sign point guard from Peoria.

QU Football Poll (2007-08-01)
Football Hawks place well in coaches' preseason poll.

Quincy Street Maintenance (2007-08-01)
For the next six weeks, drivers in Quincy will contend with several resurfacing projects.

Great Lakes Aviation to Miss Deadline (2007-08-01)
Air carrier expected to miss August 1st deadline for St. Louis service.

Tax Holiday in Missouri (2007-08-01)
Missouri shoppers will save on school supplies this weekend.

Illinois Govt Fails to Agree on a Budget (2007-08-01)
Old budget expires. No new budget in site as governor and legislative leaders grapple.

Illinois goes smoke-free (2007-07-26)

Fire breaks out at storage warehouse (2007-07-26)

Castleberry's Food Company recalls contaminated products (2007-07-26)