Ousted SIU Board chair calls relationship with Poshard awful
Roger Herrin said his nearly year as SIU Board chairman was marked by an awful working relationship with President Glenn Poshard, leading to his removal after the board voted him out. Poshard defended his leadership, accusing Herrin of bullying staff and hindering university operations. Herrin, a Harrisburg resident appointed by Gov. Quinn, said questions about how university business ran worsened tensions. SEE HERRIN / PAGE 5A.
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Carbondale State Police Probe Fatal Shooting Obituary Note
State police investigate a fatal shooting in Carbondale after Carbondale police request. Molly Marie Young, 21, died from a gunshot at a residence on North Westridge Drive. Autopsy results pending. coroner awaiting confirmation. Police not yet confirming homicide. charges possible pending reports.
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Court to confront health care ruling amid demonstrations outside
Supreme Court justices signaled readiness to decide the heart of President Obama’s health care overhaul without delay. Demonstrators outside the packed court urged either uphold or strike down the expansion, including doctors in white coats and a Republican candidate. The case centers on extending coverage to 30 million by mandating insurance, with a decision expected by late June.
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Click and Connect Statewide Election News Online
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Reform plan unlikely to sway November elections
Political analyst SEE COOK says the Supreme Court ruling on President Obama’s health care reform will not significantly affect the upcoming election. The view was reported from South Carbondale with coverage on page 3A.
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IEMA Seeks Homeland Security Strategy Insights in Carterville
Illinois Emergency Management Agency heard from police, fire, emergency management, and public health leaders at John A. Logan College in Carterville as part of Vision 2020 hearings. Officials cited funding declines from 33 million to 11 million expected next year, stressing need to plan with limited resources. Murphysboro Police Chief Jeff Bock noted strong statewide awareness as new response entities form.
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