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AG rules against Rauner, in favor of Illinois Timesnew
Why did Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner leave a Holocaust remembrance ceremony early? We tried to find out, but Rauner has refused to turn over an unredacted copy of his appointment calendar. Illinois Times has sued the governor, with the Illinois Attorney General backing the paper.
Illinois Times |
Bruce Rushton |
09-30-2015 |
Politics
In Illinois Prisons, Getting Sick Can be a Death Sentencenew
Health care in Illinois prisons is so poor that it constitutes cruel and unusual punishment, a court-appointed panel of experts has found.
Illinois Times |
Bruce Rushton |
06-25-2015 |
Health
Cops On Drugs? No Problemnew
A cop under fire for illegal steroid use keeps his job after ratting out the rest of the department, including the police chief. Other officers kept their jobs after drunk driving, spousal abuse, prostitution, falsifying federal gun records and more.
Illinois Times |
Bruce Rushton |
05-08-2015 |
Crime & Justice
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Art, Bikes and Rock ’n’ Rollnew
Rock musician. Fine artist. Cycling champion. If lifelong Springfield resident Jeff Williams does not qualify as a genuine renaissance man, he’ll have to do until one comes along. In addition, these disparate areas of interest have built on each other throughout a 30-year career, in often unexpected ways.
Illinois Times |
Scott Faingold |
08-23-2012 |
Culture
Anatomy of an Advice Goddessnew
An interview with columnist Amy Alkon on her career, methodology and the scourge of rude behavior.
Illinois Times |
Scott Faingold |
07-29-2010 |
Advice
Tags: Advice Goddess, Amy Alkon
Making Every Day Earth Daynew
It’s not that celebrating the earth is a bad idea. But one day a year – or even one week – hardly seems adequate.
Illinois Times |
Julianne Glatz |
04-26-2010 |
Food+Drink
Bob Waldmire's Farewell Tournew
Last month, artist and Route 66 enthusiast Bob Waldmire made public what he has known for some time – that he has colon cancer and he probably won’t live much longer. Last Sunday, Nov. 22, “Bob’s Last Art Show” was held at his family’s famous Cozy Dog Drive In in Springfield, IL. Bob's friend looks back on his life and work.
Illinois Times |
William Crook Jr. |
12-01-2009 |
Art
A Guide to Getting the Best Veggies From an Open Flamenew
Most vegetables are suitable for grilling, though there are a few delicate exceptions. Here's just a partial list of vegetables suitable for grilling, with tips on preparing each.
Illinois Times |
Julianne Glatz |
08-14-2008 |
Food+Drink
Tags: vegetables, grilling
