Blagojevich moves to fund health care via budget vetoes
Governor Blagojevich seeks to bypass the Legislature by using veto power to slice about 500 million from the state budget. He aims to fund universal health care and broaden FamilyCare while opposing lawmakers' pork projects. Critics question legality as Springfield endures a 14th day without a budget and ongoing overtime session.
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Johnston City teens cited after Stotler Road crash
Police report Patrick Ryan Scott, 18, of Johnston City was cited for failing to reduce speed to prevent an accident at the Stotler Road and Illinois 37 intersection in Williamson County. Scott and his passenger Heather Stelle, 18, were uninjured. The other driver Donald McKinney, 65, and his passenger Ellen McKinney, 68, sustained minor injuries and were hospitalized.
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Burglary Reported in Carbondale West Walnut Street
A burglary occurred between 4 p.m. Sunday and 1 49 p.m. Monday in the 900 block of East Walnut Street. A friend who checked the apartment found the door kicked in and a big screen television missing. Police have no suspects as the investigation continues.
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Illinois ACT scores flat for class of 2007
The Illinois State Board of Education reports the average ACT composite score for 2007 graduates is 20.5 of 36, unchanged from 2006 and up 0.2 from 2005. A total of 68 students, from 140,483 test takers, earned a perfect 36, more than double the prior year’s 33.
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Brehm seeks more OPTIONS students to grow program
Coursen praises the two year OPTIONS program for preparing students for college and independence. Coordinator Char Reed notes it covers budgeting groceries and diet and gradually grants more autonomy. Director Richard Collins says Brehm has about 115 students with 23 in OPTIONS and aims for 50.
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Johnston City raises burial plot prices for residents
Johnston City city council approved higher burial plot rates after 30 years. Eight plots bought together rise from 600 to 1600, with non residents facing 50 to 100 dollar increases for grave opening and vault service. Registration at Thompsonville schools covers residency proof and required physicals and immunizations for new and transferring students.
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