A federal judge in San Francisco on Monday barred the Trump administration from refusing asylum to immigrants who cross the southern border illegally, likely prompting a legal challenge from the White House.
Here’s a link to the story at Fox News.
Illinois’ public universities seek double-digit funding increases
November 20, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Most of the state’s public universities want double-digit funding increases next year, but one member of the Illinois Board of Higher Education said that’s just not possible without additional tax hikes.
Here’s a link to the story at Illinois News Network.
Saluki Football head coach Nick Hill announces staff changes
November 20, 2018 By Leave a Comment
CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University football head coach Nick Hill announced changes to his coaching staff on Monday. Assistant head coach and defensive coordinator Kraig Paulson, defensive line coach Austin Flyger, cornerbacks coach Carl Franks and quarterbacks coach Michael Williamson Jr. will not have their contracts renewed.
“Yesterday was the toughest day of my coaching career,” Hill said. “All four of these coaches are very good friends and outstanding men. They represented this program with the utmost integrity and did things the right way. I can’t thank them enough.”
The Salukis finished the 2018 season with a 2-9 record and 1-7 mark in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, and lost five games by a touchdown or less. Although the offense averaged 30.1 points per game, the defense allowed a school-record 40.7 points per contest.
“Starting with me as the head coach, we all did not get the job done this season, and I felt like it was time for a change in certain areas,” Hill said. “I believe in this program and also understand that we have to win and that is what we will do.”
“Yesterday was the toughest day of my coaching career,” Hill said. “All four of these coaches are very good friends and outstanding men. They represented this program with the utmost integrity and did things the right way. I can’t thank them enough.”
The Salukis finished the 2018 season with a 2-9 record and 1-7 mark in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, and lost five games by a touchdown or less. Although the offense averaged 30.1 points per game, the defense allowed a school-record 40.7 points per contest.
“Starting with me as the head coach, we all did not get the job done this season, and I felt like it was time for a change in certain areas,” Hill said. “I believe in this program and also understand that we have to win and that is what we will do.”
Chicago mayor’s race: Who is in, who is out and who is still thinking about it
November 20, 2018 By Leave a Comment
With the Nov. 26 filing deadline to get on the ballot approaching (the election is Feb. 26), the race to replace Mayor Rahm Emanuel is wide open.
Here’s a link to the story at the Chicago Tribune.
Officer slain at Mercy Hospital, married and father of 3 young children, had been on force less than 2 years
November 20, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Chicago police Officer Samuel Jimenez, who was fatally shot Monday afternoon, was quiet but serious, the kind of consistent and dedicated officer the department needs, commanders who knew him recalled.
Here’s a link to the story at the Chicago Tribune.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel cautions Gov.-elect J.B. Pritzker about big Democratic majorities in Springfield
November 19, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Mayor Rahm Emanuel used his latest podcast episode, featuring Gov.-elect J.B. Pritzker, to caution about “hubris” that can prevent fundamental issues from getting resolved in Springfield because of Democratic supermajorities in the state legislature.
Here’s a link to the story at the Chicago Tribune.
Couple on way to wedding killed in chain reaction crash
November 19, 2018 By Leave a Comment
A New Jersey couple driving to their wedding in Pennsylvania died after a tractor-trailer hit their vehicle Wednesday.
Here’s a link to the story at Fox News.
Texico man arrested after threatening with a knife a man who tried to stop him for burglarizing a car in Thompsonville
November 19, 2018 By Leave a Comment
A Texico man was arrested on Tuesday in Thompsonville after he threatened a man with a knife who tried to stop him from burglarizing a car.
Here’s a link to the story at the Southern Illinoisan.
West Frankfort man arrested after firing shots inside residence
November 19, 2018 By Leave a Comment
A West Frankfort man was arrested Wednesday after allegedly firing several shots inside a residence during a domestic dispute.
Here’s a link to the story at the Southern Illinoisan.
Royalton’s Erv Coppi, legendary local radio and TV man, dead at 92
November 19, 2018 By Leave a Comment
CARBONDALE — “It’s hard to understate how famous Erv Coppi was in Southern Illinois in the 1960’s through 80’s,” said Joey Helleny, a longtime friend and fan of the legendary local radio and TV broadcaster. “He was well known to everyone.”
Here’s a link to the story at the Southern Illinoisan.
