Edgar County Watch Dogs
Recent News About Edgar County Watch Dogs
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Public urged to read "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" amid media debates
Are you weary of the ongoing political discussions and media narratives surrounding the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" that Congress recently passed?
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Orland fire chief retires with large payout; ambulance staffing changes follow
Former Orland Fire Chief Michael Schofield retired with a substantial payout exceeding $390,000.
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Hinsdale Township High School District faces scrutiny over FOIA compliance
During their May 2025 meeting, the Board of Trustees of Hinsdale Township High School District 86 approved two student residency settlements.
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Springfield city council accused of infringing on First Amendment rights
The City of Springfield, Illinois, has come under scrutiny for allegedly infringing on First Amendment rights related to free speech and the right to receive information.
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Sherman Fire District addresses misuse of facilities for private business
The Sherman Fire Protection District has addressed concerns regarding the use of district property for a private car detailing business.
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Sherman fireman's car detailing business raises public resource concerns
Last week, reports emerged about a fireman in the Sherman Fire Protection District potentially using the district's facilities for personal business activities.
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Amendment allows multi-county Veterans Assistance Commissions in Illinois
House Bill 1352, accompanied by House Floor Amendment No. 2, has passed the Illinois House of Representatives with a unanimous vote.
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Safe routes to school project in Paris to begin April 2025
Construction for the Safe Routes to School program in Paris, Illinois, is set to begin on April 21, 2025.
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Krista Richardson elected as new village president of Poplar Grove
The Village of Poplar Grove will have a new Village President following the recent election on April 1, 2025.
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New leadership and transparency urged in Thornton Township
After the April 1, 2025, election, significant changes are coming to Thornton Township as State Senator Napoleon Harris and his slate have secured victory.
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Paris school district election ballot adheres to state guidelines
Paris, Ill. – The Paris (Crestwood) Community Unit School District #4 has come under scrutiny due to public uncertainty about the election process this spring.
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Mahomet Township attorney demands destruction of FOIA-disclosed records
Mahomet Township's attorney, Michael A. Kraft, has issued a directive regarding records previously provided under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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Rochester mayor faces scrutiny over lawsuit settlement and re-election bid
Village of Rochester Mayor Joseph Suerdieck has addressed a letter to the State Journal-Register concerning a recent lawsuit settlement.
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Judge orders removal of editorial after Clarksdale's defamation suit
A Mississippi judge recently issued a restraining order requiring the Clarksdale Press Register to remove an editorial from its online platforms.
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Court rules Thaddeus Jones stays on ballot despite objection
In a recent decision, the Appellate Court has confirmed the Calumet City Electoral Board's ruling against Nyota Figgs' objection to Thaddeus Jones' candidacy.
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Mattoon school board member accused of filing false economic interest statements
Mattoon School District #2 Board Member John Hedges is under scrutiny for filing three false Statements of Economic Interest (SEI) forms over the past two years.
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Federal judge orders attorneys to lunch over professionalism concerns
In a recent case in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, Eastern Division, Federal Judge R. David Proctor issued an unusual order to address professional conduct among attorneys.
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Illinois spent over $100k on POLITICO and Capitol Fax subscriptions in two years
With recent interest in federal government payments to POLITICO subscriptions, attention has turned towards the State of Illinois's expenditure on similar services.
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Dominion defamation lawsuits continue without trial date set
US Dominion Inc. has been engaged in defamation lawsuits since January 2021, targeting multiple defendants.
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Orland Fire District spends over $432K on public relations
The Orland Fire Protection District has allocated over $432,000 in recent years to Ray Hanania of Urban Strategies Group and All-Circo, Inc. for public relations services.