Senate fights over prevailing-wage law for state projects
Illinois Senate considers requiring prevailing wages on government aided projects using industrial revenue bonds and Illinois Development Finance Authority funding. Proponents say higher wages protect workers and attract fair competition. opponents warn higher costs threaten development and job retention. AFL CIO argues costs not a deciding factor if projects proceed.
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Springfield Bureau
Illinois Senate
Illinois Development Finance Authority
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Tom Lane
Department of Commerce and Community Affairs
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Morning publication shift opens doors for carriers
Carbondale and nearby carriers adapt to a.m. schedule as The Southern Illinoisan moves to morning delivery. Risse, Bengtson and others describe managing early starts, more after school time, and summer jobs while Worley notes 23 percent already plan to quit. 473 carriers remain with summer hires filling vacated routes.
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Southern Illinoisan
Ryan Risse
Carbondale
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Jonathan Bengtson
Bengtson
Carbondale Community High School
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Khoi
I’m
Bullion
Curtis Daesch
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David Worley
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Phil Florio
Locked doors spark debate over police car unlocks
Illinois State Police and local agencies vary on unlocking cars for motorists. Trooper Paul Clark says no set policy. some officers can unlock vehicles while others cannot. The trend is moving away from the service due to potential damage and newer car designs. Busch urges motorists to carry a spare key in a billfold for emergencies.
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