Litchfield Approves 2026-2027 Student Fees, Mandates Shot Clock Workers in New Officials Pay Scale
Litchfield Community Unit School District #12 Board of Education Meeting | March 19, 2026 Article Summary: Preparing for the upcoming…
Firefighter age bill stalled despite union backing
(The Center Square) – A proposed Illinois bill aimed at addressing firefighter shortages by lowering the minimum hiring age has…
Williamsville’s Explosive Offense Overwhelms Litchfield in 16-0 Tournament Shutout
The Williamsville varsity softball team brought a relentless offensive attack to Saturday’s tournament matchup, overpowering host Litchfield for a decisive…
Finance and Budget Committee Reaps $11,444 Premium Refund, Shifts Administrative Expenses
Montgomery County Finance and Budget Committee | March 2026 Article Summary: The Montgomery County Finance and Budget Committee processed a…
Rochester’s Early Offensive Surge Overwhelms Litchfield in 10-0 Shutout
A ten-run barrage across the first two innings propelled the Rochester varsity softball team to a commanding 10-0 neutral-site victory…
Lawmaker criticizes surplus spending bill
(The Center Square) – A proposal aimed at helping local governments manage retiree health care costs is drawing differing views…
Clark’s Homer and Lurkins’ Shutout Power Greenville Softball Past Litchfield 15-0
The Greenville varsity softball team showcased dominance on both sides of the diamond Friday, cruising to a 15-0 home victory…
Development Committee Advances Wind and Solar Ordinance Updates Amid Public Scrutiny
Montgomery County Development and Personnel Committee | March 2026 Article Summary: The Montgomery County Development and Personnel Committee recommended sweeping…
Litchfield School District Joins Mississippi Valley Property Casualty Cooperative for Insurance Coverage
Litchfield Community Unit School District #12 Board of Education Meeting | March 19, 2026 Article Summary: The Litchfield School Board…
Salvation Army rehab ‘enrollees’ who work at thrift stores aren’t ‘employees’
A few days after agreeing to let them proceed with their class action against one of America's most prominent charities…
Illinois housing affordability efforts pit tax cuts against new spending
(The Center Square) – As homeownership may be growing out of reach for many young residents, Illinois lawmakers are split…
Illinois Quick Hits: Chicago city workers owe more than $19M
(The Center Square) – Chicago city workers reportedly owe more than $19 million in traffic tickets, water bills and fines,…