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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1994
Page
10
Norman A Rosinski serves as President and Publisher while Joanne M Zerkel holds the role of Features Editor, shaping editorial direction and content priorities for the publication.
Editorial argues the five-plus-five early retirement law accelerates departures from Illinois public schools. Educators buy time for full pensions, sometimes funded by districts, freeing budgets but stripping classrooms of experienced mentors. Critics warn of lost expertise and long-term educational costs despite potential lower salaries and class sizes.
Illinois Auditor General William G. Holland reports a statewide drop in physical abuse deaths injuries and total incidents in facilities for the mentally ill and developmentally disabled for the year ending June 30. The only uptick was a small rise in sexual abuse while several facilities posted substantial declines.
Judge Henry X. Dietch notes the California recall defeat of Sen. Roberts, backed by the NRA, as a setback for gun lobby power. He argues Roberts’ victory signals broad support for gun control and questions the NRA’s current relevance and methods. He urges reform within the NRA and a constructive role for gun safety and responsible ownership.
Letters argue Cook County property assessments are too low compared with state norms, causing bi county residents to bear unfair tax burdens. They urge shifting funding from property tax to income or sales tax and call for state lawmakers to act, citing Steger in Will and Cook Counties.
To the Editor, Diana Duda known as Miss Diana, praised for directing the June 5 dance recital for Chicago Heights and Country Club Hills Park Districts. The writer commends her tireless work with children beyond mere words or a bouquet.
Letters writer argues HR 4296 ignores supply as crucial to stopping illegal sales. He contends criminals evade arrest, so laws must curb weapon and ammunition supply, not rely on rounding up all criminals. He supports three strikes and long sentences as needed.
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