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Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board met May 17

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | May 21, 2024

Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board met Friday, May 17

Grundy County TB Board met May 15

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 21, 2024

Grundy County TB Board met 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 15.

Illinois State House District 106 candidate: 'Today I spoke in opposition to House Bill 2900, legislation which would ban a common practice for controlling populations of coyotes and other predators'

By Grundy Reporter | May 21, 2024

Jason Weber, a candidate for Illinois State House District 106, voiced his opposition to House Bill 2900, stating, "Today I spoke in opposition to House Bill 2900, legislation which would ban a common practice for controlling populations of coyotes and other predators which endanger livestock, cause damage and spread disease." Incumbent Jason Bunting also expressed his disapproval of the bill's passage. He said, "Unfortunately, the bill passed anyway, and is now going to the Senate for consideration."

Illinois Senate advances 'Sami's Law' for improved disability accessibility

By Grundy Reporter | May 20, 2024

The Illinois Senate has moved forward with legislation aimed at enhancing accessibility and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities and their caregivers in public spaces. The bill, known as Senate Bill 1089 or Sami’s Law, is now set to be considered by the House.

Senate advances bill requiring child abuse awareness notices in businesses

By Grundy Reporter | May 20, 2024

In a bid to enhance the safety of minors across the state, Senate Republicans have put forth a bill that mandates the public display of child abuse reporting information in various establishments. House Bill 4350 stipulates that certain establishments must display a notice, which is to be developed by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in partnership with an accredited Children’s Advocacy Center. This notice will provide essential contact information and guidance on how minors can report instances of physical and sexual abuse.

Chicago Teacher's Union demands additional $1 billion in state funding

By Grundy Reporter | May 20, 2024

On May 15, hundreds of members from the Chicago Teacher’s Union (CTU) took a taxpayer-funded day off to rally at the Capitol, demanding an additional $1 billion in state funding for Chicago Public Schools (CPS). This action drew criticism as it necessitated significant expenditure on substitute teachers, while also covering the salaries of the CTU members who journeyed to Springfield.

Illinois honors fallen firefighters in annual memorial ceremony

By Grundy Reporter | May 20, 2024

On May 14, state leaders convened in Springfield for the 31st Annual Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Medal of Honor Ceremony. The event took place at the Bank of Springfield Center, where numerous firefighters from across Illinois assembled to pay homage to their fallen colleagues.

Sen. Sue Rezin: 'People with severe disabilities should be able to equally enjoy the same amount of access to the outside world as everyone else'

By Grundy Reporter | May 20, 2024

Senator Sue Rezin stated, "people with severe disabilities should be able to equally enjoy the same amount of access to the outside world as everyone else." The senator, who has represented the 38th Senate District since 2010, added that "with the passage of Sami's Law, we can help provide that."