Historical cover for June 8: Page King Tut, he may owe a bill in Morris

Polo Public Library events set for June

June events have been set at the Polo Public Library.

Illinois data center fight escalates as state regulation fails and communities push back

Communities across Illinois are stepping up opposition to data center development as lawsuits, packed meetings, and zoning battles spread, even after state lawmakers failed to advance major regulation of the rapidly growing industry

Oregon’s 250th anniversary celebration June 12-14 to feature free family events, special programs

Events include a bike parade for kids, tug of war and programs at two museums.

Lawmakers at the end of session try to appease both sides in drug pricing controversy

From Capitol News Illinois: Illinois lawmakers gave hospitals and community health centers much of what they wanted this session by passing a bill that prohibits drug manufacturers from interfering with their access to discounted medications through a federal drug pricing program

State details plan for Stateville prison in Crest Hill

The old prison will be demolished and rebuilt. The state plans to build two new prisons: one for men and one for women.