Former Ald. Daniel Solis leaves Dirksen U.S. Courthouse after testifying in the corruption trial of former Speaker Michael Madigan.
December 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment
Madigan’s lawyers want to call witnesses to show ex-Ald. Daniel Solis cheated IRS during his cooperation
December 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment
Lawyers for former House Speaker Michael Madigan want the jury in his corruption trial to see evidence that then-Ald. Daniel Solis allegedly cheated on his taxes while cooperating undercover with the federal government.
Here’s a link to the story at the Chicago Tribune.
Robert Greenwood Marrs-Clarksville, TN
December 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment
Robert Greenwood Marrs, 82, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on Sunday December 29, 2024.
He was born on June 4, 1942 in Pesotum, IL to M.F. and Josephine (Greenwood) Marrs. He married Barbara (Arndt) Marrs on June 11, 1966 and she survives of Clarksville, TN.
He is also survived by his children Tamie (David) Green of LaFayette, KY, Tracey Smith of Oliver Springs, TN, Steven (Christy) Marrs of Springfield, TN and Tara Marrs of Clarksville, TN; grandchildren Haley (Blake) Joiner, Lance Green and Sarah Channell and one great granddaughter Blakely Joiner.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Richard Kent Marrs.
Graveside services will be held on Friday January 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Herrin City Cemetery with Al Jewell officiating. Burial will be at Herrin City Cemetery. Friends and family are asked to meet at the cemetery.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
Second Florida Democratic representative flips Republican
December 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) – A second Florida state House Democrat has switched to the Republican Party, building on momentum that has expanded the Republican Party under Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Here’s a link to the story at Center Square.
Pornhub to block access in 13 states as age-verification laws expand across U.S.
December 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) − Pornhub will soon be inaccessible in 13 states after lawmakers passed a slurry of restrictions for social media and other internet sites.
Here’s a link to the story at Center Square.
Report: College tuition rose 3.4% in 2024
December 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) – With the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year coming soon, recent data shows that while college tuition and fees have inevitably increased, the cost of on-campus inflation is lower than usual.
Here’s a link to the story at Center Square.
Illinois laws impacting employers go into effect Jan. 1
December 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) – About a dozen new Illinois laws set to take effect Jan. 1 impact employers.
Here’s a link to the story at Center Square.
Poll: Majority of Americans support Trump transition
December 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment
(The Center Square) – The majority of Americans approve of the way President-elect Donald Trump is handling the presidential transition, according to a new poll.
Here’s a link to the story at Center Square.
DAVID MARCUS: MAGA’s H-1B ‘civil war’ is exactly how politics is supposed to work
December 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment
There are two pieces of very good news that have come out of the infighting over H-1B visas for foreign skilled workers in Trump World this week. The first happy accident is that tensions are already easing, much to the chagrin of liberals who hoped they were witnessing a permanent schism.
Here’s a link to the story at Fox News.
