Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Illinois

Hot Docs: Indictment of Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich on Corruption Charges

Blagojevich is being charged with trying to sell Barack Obama's open Senate seat. more >>

Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich Arrested on Conspiracy Charges Related to Obama's Successor

Blagojevich was taken into federal custody Tuesday on conspiracy charges. more >>

Missing Student Found Dead in Fraternity House

Illinois Institute of Technology sophomore had been missing for 8 days. more >>

5 States That Have Set Early-Voting Records

States across the country are shattering old early-voting records. more >>

Illinois Priest Accused of Selling Cocaine

Police arrest reverend after searching his office and residence, which are both on university property. more >>

California and Illinois Sue Countrywide

States file legal actions against the mortgage lender. more >>

Illinois Election: Very Bad News for GOP

Forget the Republican spin. There are no positives in the party's loss of former Speaker Hastert's seat in a fast-growing district. more >>

A Super Tuesday Guide

Here’s an hour-by-hour forecast for the initial returns on megaprimary night. more >>

Clinton Fights for Voters in Obama Territory

McCain gets a boost in Illinois after Giuliani drops out of the race. more >>

Peoria, Ill.: Caterpillar’s Exports Buoy City

Globalization plays in Peoria as the weak dollar brings benefits. more >>

Illinois Voting Facts and Figures

Compiled by the U.S. News library staff. more >>

But How Many Credit Hours Can I Get for Halo 3?

Video games are being used at Northwestern University to teach students how technology influences social behavior. more >>

Grow Your Own Teachers

Many of the best candidates already live in the neighborhood. more >>

Trail Mix

Daily roundup of campuses nationwide. more >>

Dress For Success -- Or Drop Out of B-School

Some Illinois State University business school students are no longer allowed to dress like scrubs to go to class. more >>

Trail Mix

Daily roundup from campuses nationwide. more >>

Next Up in the Midwest's Battle Against Boozing: Illinois

You know that rule about not talking politics when drinking? The same does not apply when it comes to talking drinks when politicking, and definitely not in Champaign. Home of the University of Illinois, the city of Champaign has recently tackled alcohol problems at a council meeting, the Daily Illini reports. more >>

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