Kohl resigns from ROE post after two-decade career
Franklin-Williamson Regional Office of Education Superintendent Barry Kohl resigns effective May 31 after 16 years as an elected official and 35 years in education. The board accepted the move, with Kohl taking immediate paid leave, following federal grant program suspensions and potential job losses for up to 25 staffers.
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Barry Kohl
Williamson County Board
Franklin County
Franklin County Board
Kohl
ROE
U.S. Department of Education
Illinois State Board of Education
Illinois imposes carbon monoxide detector rule for homes
A new state law signed by Gov Blagojevich requires carbon monoxide detectors in almost every residence in Illinois by early next year. Detectors must be placed within 15 feet of each bedroom and are intended to save lives.
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Springfield
Illinois
Rod Blagojevich
Patti Thompson
Thompson
Larry Ball
Decatur Fire Department
Ball
UII
Mardale
True Value Hardware Store
Chicago explores a bid for the 2016 Olympics
USOC officials visit Chicago to assess a possible 2016 Summer Games bid. Mayor Daley and civic leaders will hear an unvarnished view of what it takes, with transportation, venues, and other sites cited as strengths. Patrick Sandusky says Chicago has a very good chance.
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Chicago
U.S. Olympic Committee
Richard Daley
USOC
Patrick Sandusky
London
Sandusky
Hill & Knowlton
Do women read paternal cues from men's faces
A study of 39 male college students finds that women see paternal cues in facial features and judge long term relationship potential by perceived affinity for children. It also notes that women can infer testosterone levels and masculine appearance, influencing dating and fling choices.
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James Roney
University of California At Santa Barbara
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