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Education
8 months ago
Using paper, scissors, and staples to learn about engineering

All it takes is paper, scissors, and tape

Dozens of Illinois schools have mascots that feature Native American imagery or names. A bill that would have banned them stalled in the Senate. From left to right, top to bottom: Logos for the Stockton Blackhawks, Calumet Indians, Altamont Indians, Bremen Braves, Deer Creek Chiefs, Mt. Zion Braves, Annawan Braves, Marengo Indians. (Capitol News Illinois illustration)
IL State News
8 months ago
Mascot ban stalls as Native-backed land conservation bill advances

Legislative session ends with no final action on school mascot bill

Charles Isbell U of I
Education
9 months ago
New UIUC chancellor selected

Charles Isbell, Jr. to also be U of I Vice President

Local
9 months ago
Free breakfast and lunch for all Springfield kids through District 186

These meals follow the same diet regulations as they do during the school year

Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Romeoville, speaks on the House floor on Saturday, May 31, the final day of session. Avelar’s bill regarding non-FDA approved drugs passed the House this week. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
IL State News
9 months ago
Shield law, university admissions, foster placement bills clear General Assembly

End of legislative session sees flurry of bills approved

Education
9 months ago
Short night for Dist. 186 School Board

Not a great deal to report from the Springfield School Board meeting Monday night.

Education
9 months ago
Sales tax on services? Gov Pritzker says no

Also pushes community college bill

Derek Matlock LLCC
Education
9 months ago
LLCC instructor honored

HVAC instructor receives excellence award

Education
9 months ago
Turner launches annual Summer Book Club

Children who read at least eight books will receive a gift card

Midwest Technical Institute Springfield IL
Education
9 months ago
Midwest Technical Institute announces 2025 high school scholarship program winners

Two winners are from Springfield

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