Chicago area school drops American Indian mascot
Administrators at a suburban Chicago high school say the school will stop having a student in an American Indian-themed costume perform at football games and pep rallies. Maine West High School says the school is “eliminating practices
Mexican nationals sentenced for distribution of methamphetamine
Two Mexican nationals have been sentenced on federal charges for the distribution of methamphetamine in the Metro East area. 32-year-old Christian Renteria Espinoza will spend the next seven and half years behind bars. 35-year-old Raul Salazar Ortega
IL Senate approves tougher sentences for violent attacks committed in a place of worship
The Illinois Senate is approving tougher sentences for violent attacks committed in church. The bill, sponsored by Senator Bill Haine of Alton, raises the minimum penalties for violence, especially with a weapon, in a church, synagogue or
Rauner administration unveils plan for Quincy Veteran’s Home
Governor Bruce Rauner’s office is unveiling a three-part plan for dealing with the Legionella outbreak at the Quincy Veteran’s Home. The governor says they will continue making improvements and following safety guidelines at the current home. They