Martin Luther King Jr Day marked by breakfast and student march in Carbondale
SIUC hosted an annual MLK breakfast as about 100 students marched from the Interfaith Center toward City Pavilion to honor King. Elizabeth Lewin cited racial gaps in graduation rates while urging partnership and unity to raise opportunities. Demetrius White urged "Have a dream" and "Keep the dream Alive" amid chants for equality.
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Elks member killed at unsafe railroad crossing in West Frankfort
Yates, a 92 year old West Frankfort Elks member honored for 70 years of service, died at a railroad crossing lacking lights or gates. City and state officials had planned upgrades, including Oak Street, funded but not yet implemented, per Mayor Presley.
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West Frankfort Crossing Upgrades Debated In 2006 Timeline
Resident Dennis Rich raised crossing hazards in May 2006 and ICC officials met with city leaders in June to discuss upgrades. ICC noted upgrades likely cost nothing to the city, while September reports showed three trains daily at 40 mph, each 7,000 feet long, blocking traffic about 98 vehicles daily. In November the council refused a 10 percent cost plan or closing a crossing, but a new ICC agreement later allowed continued motor traffic at all crossings.
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Kestrel numbers drop in 2003 from West Nile virus
In 2003 West Nile virus dramatically reduced American kestrel numbers, with observers noting missing birds. May has tracked kestrels for three years and aims to build long term data to reveal population trends, while Audubon officials stress the species' value and visibility.
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Missing birds recall Chicago 2003 crow deaths
A teacher notes unexplained bird disappearances resemble Chicago’s 2003 mass crow die off. They observe gaps in sightings, urging caution and further study while avoiding sensational details.
Chlorine Leak Sends About 20 Children to Hospitals in Elmhurst
Elmhurst fire officials say about 20 children were transported to suburban Chicago hospitals after a chlorine leak at the Holiday Inn and Mayan Adventure Indoor Waterpark. Battalion Chief Scott Wallace says most were treated and released by Monday evening for breathing trouble, eye burning, and vomiting. The pool will stay closed pending a health department review.
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