Editorials New battle rules in telecom act swirl
The 1996 Telecommunications Act will reach homes and businesses with mixed impact. Supporters say it boosts competition, jobs and innovation in TV, cable, and long distance, while critics warn of mergers, higher prices and potential lawsuits. The V chip and Internet indecency rules trigger debate about consumer benefits versus industry constraints.
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Star Business Section
Clinton
Congress
Information Highway
Amos B. Hostetter
Continental Cablevision
Richard C. Notebart
Ameritech
Hostetter
Cellular One
Bradley Stillman
Consumer Federation of America and
Consumers Union
Gene Kimmelman
Uniforms in Suburban Schools Show Mixed Results
Educators from seven south and southwest suburban districts heard Chicago Heights District 170 praise uniforms for discipline and gang reduction. District 170 says fewer fights and detentions followed, with strong parental support. other districts adopt optional starts and incentives like a pizza party for top wearers. Critics fear loss of individuality, while supporters note uniforms do not erase character and can reflect broader discipline practices.
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Chicago Heights
Bill McGee
Dalton
Arcchial
Community High
Blue Island
Oak Lawn
Palos Heights
Polaris
Bloom High
Bloom
Bremen
Charter schools loom in Illinois with public funds and local control
The Illinois House approved 45 charter school plans across Chicago, suburbs, and downstate. Proponents argue for local control and flexible staffing, while critics warn of dual boards and unequal access. Officials cite Gov. Edgar's support as a turning point, with uncertainty about timelines and funding.
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Illinois House
House
Chicago
Suburbs
Downstate
Patrick O’malley
Rpalos Park
General Assembly
O’malley
Illinois
Readers defend concealed carry rights in provocative letter
Frank Jannusch of Steger laments editorials he says ignore self defense stats. He argues gun ownership reduces crime, mocks Chicago and Gary, cites state laws, and envisions personal flight to Indiana if Illinois bans carrying firearms. He questions media reports and cites road blocks and “police state” oversight.
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Star
Wild West
Chicago
Gary
Illinois
Indiana
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Tom Houlihan
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