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New proposed rules would lower the bar for stripping police officers of their badges in Illinois

This story is a collaboration between Invisible Institute and IPM News After lengthy delays, Illinois police regulators are one step closer to strengthening their ability to strip officers of their certification to work in law enforcement. The move aims to prevent officers who commit misconduct at one agency from simply moving on to another —…

217 Today: Farmers are making less money this year, which could have larger economic consequences

217 Today: Farmers are making less money this year, which could have larger economic consequences

Friday, October 11, 2024 Today’s headlines: In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn why farmers are making less money this year and what the consequences of that may be. 217 Today is produced by Stephanie Mosqueda. Reporting today contributed by Emily Hays, Diana Zhang, Mawa Iqbal, Katie Thoresen and Will Bauer.  

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Oct. 10 – Oct. 13

WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Oct. 10 – Oct. 13

Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Thursday, October 10 An Evening with Ken Liu     Time: 7 p.m.     Location: Champaign Public Library     Details: Award-winning author Ken Liu, known…