(CHICAGO) The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reported 1,246 new COVID-19 cases on Monday with 34 additional deaths. This brings the COVID.
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A little over two weeks ago, Pleasant Plains High School senior Kameron Wolters correctly answered his 1,000th toss-up question over four years of competition in Scholastic Bowl, an Illinois High School Association-sanctioned activity.
John Barrett, one of Wolters coaches, likened it to a basketball player who scores 2,000 points or a volleyball player who totals 1,000 kills for a career.
Wolters, who reached the milestone during an online tournament, buzzed in a correct answer about Ralph Ellison s novel, Invisible Man. It was kind of ironic that my 1,000th was a literature question, Wolters said last week, because that s not typically my favorite subject or my best subject for scholastic.
After 50 years as a state representative, Chicago Democrat Mike Madigan is resigning from the Illinois House of Representatives immediately.
Madigan served as speaker for over 30 years the longest run of any legislative leader in American history. A controversial politician, Madigan got his start in Chicago politics at a young age. Republicans blamed him for the state’s problems in campaigns, especially in the last decade that saw Madigan oversee two large income tax increases on Illinois taxpayers.
A master at politics, Madigan became wrapped up in multiple scandals in recent years. Close associates were accused of sexual harassment. Last year, he was implicated in a corruption scandal at Commonwealth Edison, which lead to many Democrats dropping their support for his leadership.
State Journal-Register It has been my great honor to serve the people of Illinois as speaker of the House and state representative of the 22nd District. This journey would not have been possible without my wonderful wife, Shirley, and children, Lisa, Tiffany, Nicole and Andrew, who have stood by my side year after year, providing their love and support despite the pressure of growing up in the public spotlight. I am fortunate to have them in my life.
“Fifty years ago, I decided to dedicate my life to public service. Simply put, I knew I wanted to make a difference in people’s lives. I believed then and still do today that it is our duty as public servants to improve the lives of the most vulnerable and help hardworking people build a good life. These ideals have been the cornerstone of my work on behalf of the people of Illinois and the driving force throughout my time in the Illinois House.