Two men salute while participating in New York City’s Veterans Day parade Nov. 11. Republican and Democratic lawmakers in some two dozen states have introduced bills aimed at restricting or legalizing the practice of for-profit companies charging veterans fees for help filing disability claims — an issue that often has pitted veterans against one another. … Read more
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had to leave the game for medical attention after taking a hard hit to his left leg in the second quarter on Sunday night, but he didn’t let that stop him. Herbert missed only one play and played very well through the injury in the second half, giving the Chargers a … Read more
Remembering Mark Brighton’s immodest proposal to scare off helicopters Dec. 5 − To the Editor: I would like to offer my belated condolences to Mark Brighton’s loved ones because I learned of his passing just before embarking on a 2-week vacation. What I appreciated most about Mark was his wit. One of my favorite letters … Read more
Clyde Bunch, who was first elected to the Sangamon County Board in 1978 and was recognized as the longest-serving county board member in Illinois, died at Bridge Care Suites in Springfield on Dec. 3. He was 88. Bunch was one of eight Democrats to serve on the 29-member board. He represented District 21, which encompasses … Read more
BROCKTON — One of the city’s highest-ranking police officers makes shocking allegations in a whistleblower lawsuit. Capt. Arthur McNulty, a 20-year veteran of Brockton Police, sued the city, Police Chief Brenda Pérez and Mayor Robert F. Sullivan. McNulty claims Brockton failed to investigate criminal activity like snorting cocaine in a police station bathroom. He also … Read more
An emergency motion filed by the Office of the State Appellate Defender asking for a supervisory order directing the Fourth District Appellate Court remand the hearing of a former Sangamon County Sheriff’s deputy charged with the July 6 murder of Sonya Massey back to the circuit court was denied by the Illinois Supreme Court. That means Sean P. Grayson still … Read more
Rockford’s Sam Caruana fought with the U.S. Army 104th Infantry Division they called the “Timberwolves” at the Battle of the Bulge. It was there in Nordhausen, Germany that Caruana, and his unit discovered something that at the time he couldn’t quite understand: a Nazi death camp. Bodies of Jewish prisoners littered the ground, bones in … Read more
In time for the holiday season, Amazon is bringing back its $25 flights for young adults looking to save money on travel. Amazon and StudentUniverse, a travel company that offers discounts to young adults and students, are partnering for a second year to offer $25 flights during the holidays. The companies are offering 5,000 flights … Read more
In time for the holiday season, Amazon is bringing back its $25 flights for young adults looking to save money on travel. Amazon and StudentUniverse, a travel company that offers discounts to young adults and students, are partnering for a second year to offer $25 flights during the holidays. The companies are offering 5,000 flights … Read more
Ground Broken For Affordable Senior Apartments A groundbreaking ceremony was held recently for Southpointe Senior Residences, a new community of 90 units reserved for low- and moderate-income residents over the age of 55. Pre-leasing is expected to begin this month. The apartment community will be located near the Woodruff Road corridor in Greenville. Bryan Brown … Read more