Coston charged in Evans murder case with multiple counts
Evans was shot three times in the head and sexually assaulted according to state documents. Coston is accused of sexual penetration by threat, discharging a firearm causing Evans death, hiding Wheeler’s body, and two counts of aggravated battery with a firearm. A preliminary hearing is set for Sept. 12 with bond at $3 million. Funeral services for Jacob Wheeler are planned in Carmi. Memorials may go to Campbell Funeral Home.
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Kennedy aides energize Illinois at convention night
Massachussetts hopeful Joseph P Kennedy III praised the late senator as the Kennedys could be at the forefront again while Illinois Governor Pat Quinn drew laughs and a strong reception for his remarks on Medicaid and the economy. Tammy Duckworth also spoke as a delegate. Delegates plan early morning work and a 7 am breakfast before leaving the hall.
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Obama campaign speeches mix marriage memories and policy jabs
In a convention opening night, Mrs. Obama called herself mom in chief while the crowd heard sharp attacks on Mitt Romney from former officials. The speech intertwined personal history with political critique as fundraising appeals mounted and the scene shifted back to the White House.
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Temporary restraining order in AFSCME dispute granted
AFSCME Regional Director Eddie Caumiant called the TRO a paper victory while warning of ongoing legal battles. He cited prison overcrowding and staff harm, criticized governor cuts to correctional funding, and noted past supplemental appropriations as evidence money exists.
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Eddie Caumiant
Caumiant
SIU enrollment slips amid aid cuts and smaller classes
SIU shows a nearly 5 percent year over year drop in total enrollment as aid reductions, smaller graduating classes, and declines at community colleges cut nonfirst year numbers. New first time students rise 2.6 percent on campus versus two years ago, while Chancellor Rita Cheng promotes marketing efforts and a $2 million Lipman Hearne contract to attract students.
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Rita Cheng
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Carbondale
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Pinckneyville opens new high school with modern classrooms
Students begin at Pinckneyville Community High School in a $20.5 million, 56 000 square foot building after a decade of planning. Principal Hagene notes six learning environments and a cafetorium while teachers praise the campus as a community hub with college style spaces.
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Pinckneyville Community High School
Micaela Catron
PCHS
Keith Hagene
Catron
Lisa Wisniewski
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