Tariq Aziz longtime Iraqi aide and former deputy prime minister
Tariq Aziz born 1936 near Mosul rose from journalist to Saddam era insider. He served as foreign minister during the 1991 Gulf War, later acting foreign minister for four months in 2001 and holding key roles in negotiations with the UN. He remained a loyalist despite limited formal power, later captured by U S forces amid reports of his lengthy inner-circle influence.
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Audit alleges heavy spending by RLCD General Manager Davis
Franklin County auditors allege RLCD General Manager Kevin Davis overpaid himself by 214000 and charged more than 145000 in unrelated expenses. The report cites extravagant meals, personal use of district cards, and improper raises, with more than 10 million in inter fund transfers and gaps in IMRF and 1099 compliance. Davis and aide were placed on paid leave as the board opens an independent audit and prepares to meet at 8:30 a.m. at the RLCD complex north of Benton.
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Blagojevich floats idea of state ownership for casinos
Governor Blagojevich says state teams are exploring taking back casino licenses. He suggests a model where the state owns the operation and hires private managers like Harrah’s or MGM, with profits redirected to cover management fees. Casino officials and experts dismiss the plan as harmful to investment.
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Coaches with Illinois ties draw NCAA coaching speculation
Rumors swirl as Weber and Notre Dame coach Mike Brey publicly say they intend to stay. Butler’s Todd Lickliter signs a long term deal with a six figure buyout and four year home and home guarantees. focus centers on Tim Floyd Thad Matta Rob Judson and Ernie Kent with strong Illinois connections.
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Stabbing Under Investigation Near SIU Student Center
Police describe a stabbing aboard a taxi en route to the student center. The suspect fled on foot after the attack, a black male 20 to 25, about 5 foot 10, wearing a dark blue hooded jacket with a Nike swoosh, light blue shirt, jeans and brown suede boots. Call SIUC Police or Crime Stopper with tips.
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