All Stories from July 14, 2011 (Change date)
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New map improves 10th DistrictJul 14, 2011 3:00 am - Limiting my observations to my own U.S. 10th Congressional District, the newly enacted-into-law redistricted boundaries represent a marked improvement over what we had b...
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District 41 teachers work hard for clientsJul 14, 2011 3:00 am - The mission of the Illinois Education Association is to advocate for the education of children by providing them with the opportunity to experience best teaching practic...
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Parents must set the limits on video gamesJul 14, 2011 3:00 am - When the Supreme Court shot down a California law banning children from purchasing violent video games, parents were handed another reason to step up. The state wanted t...
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Consider cases of Clemens, VargasJul 14, 2011 3:00 am - Roger Clemens, born in Dayton, Ohio, graduate of the University of Texas and seven time winner of major league baseball’s Cy Young Award, started trial on July 6 for mak...
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Breaking down corporate taxesJul 14, 2011 3:00 am - A letter in the July 7 edition of the Daily Herald says, “U.S. companies (are) hardly at a disadvantage,” referencing oft-heard comments about American businesses playin...
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Feeding Average Joe to Wall StreetJul 14, 2011 3:00 am - Republicans want to make Americans more responsible for their own economic security while curbing the protections that would help them do it safely. A double win for Wal...
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Nostalgic reminder to let freedom ringJul 14, 2011 3:00 am - Since President Obama wrote the children’s’ book “Of Thee I Sing” for his daughters, I’ve wondered if many know the source of the title? It is from the song “My Country ...
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Students from 5 states come to Geneva for service workJul 14, 2011 1:00 am - Students from five states are in the Tri-Cities area this week to provide service to four organizations while at the same time learning about leadership skills. The Firs...
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St. Charles jeweler returns diamonds, but bill not settled, lawyer saysJul 14, 2011 1:00 am - Two loose diamonds have been returned to a wholesaler, which is still pushing for repayment from the owner of a now defunct St. Charles jeweler. R.S. Diamonds of Chicago...
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Show off your skin this summer: Tips for a clear complexionJul 14, 2011 1:00 am - Everyone loves the sunshine, but summertime can wreak havoc on your skin. From the damaging sun rays to the pore-clogging sweat from your favorite outdoor activities, it...