Voice Of The Southern Council Punts On Grocery Liquor Issue
Our view argues Carbondale residents want grocery store liquor sales but Mayor Fritzler rushed the issue without a formal Liquor Advisory Board recommendation. The council stalled Tuesday with silent motion defeat, then calls for more time and public discussion before any vote.
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Race and class in two wrongful justice cases
Leonard Pitts Jr examines Tyler Morton and Ryan LeVin cases, arguing race and class shape outcomes. LeVin, white and wealthy, received house arrest after a fatal hit run. Morton, 18, black from Rushville, faces trial on charges that could yield eight years, with bond set at 30000.
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Tyell Morton
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Nelson
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Illinois workers' comp reform urged to boost jobs
A letter to the editor urges Gov. Pat Quinn to sign a General Assembly bill reforming Illinois workers' compensation. It calls for impairment standards, drug free injury proof, use of preferred provider organizations, lower fee schedules, and measures against fraud to reduce costs and create jobs.
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Pat Quinn
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