Johnston City Council mulls changes to vicious dog ordinance
Johnston City plans to loosen breed specific references in its vicious dog law after backlash from animal groups and calls from residents. Council to hold a public meeting at 6 p.m. Monday to refine language and set registration details, with a possible $25 one-time dog fee under consideration. Mayor Carter jokes about the “world famous” ordinance as officials weigh which dogs to register.
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Jackson to sleep at Chicago public housing amid harassment protests
The Rev. Jesse Jackson spends Tuesday night at Harold Ickes Homes on Chicago's South Side to spotlight harassment claims by police. He distributes groceries, outlines job training and GED access, and urges more drug treatment while meeting residents and hearing their concerns.
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State has until Thursday to seek Supreme Court review
Illinois must decide by Thursday whether to petition the state Supreme Court to review the 4th District ruling granting 61yearold Herb Whitlock a new trial. Whitlock, jailed since 1987 for the stabbing deaths of Karen and Duke Rhoads, has long maintained his innocence.
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County approves retirement health plan for Williamson County workers
Williamson County board unanimously approved a first ever retirement health insurance program to take effect December 1 for eligible county employees including those near retirement and without coverage. The plan, funded without new taxpayer money, sets premium shares by years of service and requires an irrevocable retirement election. Deputy Larry Troxel and state attorney's staff express support, noting benefits for long serving employees.
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