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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 2012
Page
5
One man survived the New Year blaze in a Pope County trailer while others died. The survivor, unnamed by the sheriff, awoke to flames after a barking dog. Fire crews worked over seven hours to control the fire. cause remains undetermined with no foul play suspected.
Yepsen notes Bachmann's exit after last place and Perry's reassessment after fifth. Paul holds third while Gingrich finishes fourth. Santorum's strong Iowa showing reshapes race and attack ads likely on him and Romney. New Hampshire and South Carolina primaries loom as contenders reassess strategy.
Illinois university leaders greet a tentative funding stance starting July amid budget talks. SIU President Poshard notes relief at avoiding a further 10 million cut, while Dan Layzell warns it is early in the process. Governor Quinn aims to trim most agencies about nine percent to cover pension obligations. Education and Medicaid stay flat.
Baity tops 60 candidates in a nationwide search costing about 23000, with Fritzler praising his university town experience. Two council members clash over the hire while Adams questions the process and a past special use permit. Most members support Baity though some concerns remain, with a Jan 10 public discussion planned.
President Obama bypassed Senate approval to name Richard Cordray director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau during a Senate recess. The move sparks GOP backlash, with leaders calling it an arrogant power grab while consumer groups applaud a step for protections against predatory lending.
Ameren proposes higher rates backed by a $625 million distribution upgrade over ten years and 450 new jobs. The plan aims to improve reliability and energy savings, with smart meters offered to many customers, while opponents argue the law weakens ICC oversight. If approved, higher charges start on October bills.
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