217 Today: Representative Nikki Budzinski completes first 100 days in office

217 Today: Representative Nikki Budzinski completes first 100 days in office

ByFarrah Anderson

Friday, April 14, 2023 Today’s headlines:  A week-long strike by the union representing Eastern Illinois University faculty and support staff is on hold, while members consider the administration’s contract proposal. Medication abortion remains available in Illinois, despite a new federal court decision that put tighter rules on the drug. Illinois State University’s athletics director has…

Striking faculty return to class Friday at EIU, will vote next week on a tentative contract

Striking faculty return to class Friday at EIU, will vote next week on a tentative contract

ByJim Meadows

As of 8 AM Friday, class is back in session at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. A week-long strike by the union representing faculty and support staff is on hold, while members consider the administration’s contract proposal. A ratification vote is expected sometime next week, although a date has not been set.