Illinois legacy of lawsuit abuse risks jobs and reform
TRAVIS AKIN of Illinois Lawsuit Abuse Watch argues that without real reform Illinois risks losing its economic footing and jobs. He cites Louisiana legacy lawsuits and a Harris study, urging action to change the litigious climate and boost employment opportunities.
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Letters to the Editor Policy for The Southern Illinois
A policy notice outlines submission rules for letters to the editor. Letters must be signed with a hometown and telephone number for verification, though numbers are not published. The paper may edit letters and will not publish libelous material or mass submissions.
Officials contact lines for Illinois lawmakers
A list of phone numbers and websites for U S Senators Mark Kirk Dick Durbin and Representatives John Shimkus Jerry Costello plus State Senator David Luechtefeld zinging contact details and web addresses for constituent outreach. The message compiles office numbers and URLs for Illinois political leaders and a midwest net email.
Photo privacy criticized over funeral image
A reader objects to publishing a photo of Sgt. Joshua Born's family crying at his funeral and cites a prior front page image of a daughter at a creek near her drowning mother. The letter urges respect for personal privacy during grief and calls for changes in editorial practice.
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Gun rights rallying cry amid Chicago murder surge
A reader argues that gun violence in Chicago has risen 30 percent in three weeks and blasts Mayor Emanuel and Rep. Cassidy for seeking gun restrictions. The letter contends lawful gun owners should not be disarmed and accuses politicians of acting for money.
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Mediation offer to settle Murphysboro park dispute cited
Facts responsive to a council dispute show Murphysboro refused mediation while a lawyer letter dated March 13, 2012 offered to participate. The writer resists a costly concrete fix and urges honest discussion over a public battle, noting two years of failed talks and ADA IAC compliance concerns.
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Community urged to support Child Abuse Prevention Month event
Illinois marks April as Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month with actions to aid families and children. A baby shower fund-raiser at Murry's Child Development Center in De Soto collects diapers wipes newborn clothes for The Women's Center in Carbondale. Monetary gifts accepted. call 618-867-2441 for details.
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TRS Executive Director Disclaims Benefit Change Claims
Dick Ingram of the Teachers’ Retirement System of Illinois says reports alleging calls to cut retirees’ benefits are false. He warns TRS faces potential insolvency by 2030 if the state fails to meet legal funding, and outlines possible solutions like COLA, contributions, retirement age, or taxation.
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