Yellowstone became the world’s first national park in 1872. There are now 63 national parks in the system, and none of them are in Illinois.
But the U.S. Forest Service’s 297,000-acre Shawnee National...
The News contacted candidates with a list of questions to learn about them and their stances on various issues. The same questions were sent to al candidates listed on the Coles County 2022 General Election...
The Office of Civic Engagement and Volunteerism will educate Charleston’s community about the 2020 Census during an open forum Thursday evening.
The forum is free and open to anyone in Charleston, including...
It is finally official, I am a senior and this is going to be my last year at Eastern. I have decided to set personal and academic goals this school year. Every student at Eastern should enjoy the school...
After being a part of the Illinois General Assembly for 22 years now, State Sen. Dale Righter said it is time for someone else to represent the 55th district. Righter made the announcement that he will...
Shamaine Ware, Contributing Writer
• February 18, 2019
Students on campus shared mixed opinions about a bill passed by the House on Feb. 14 to increase Illinois’ minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2025.
Marcus Burns, a junior majoring in applied engineering...
It would cost Eastern just under an additional $2 million a year to cover the costs of a potential $15 increase in minimum wage by 2025.
Paul McCann, the interim vice president of business affairs, made...
A lightning strike caused the fire at Hidden Treasures resale shop on Sunday.
According to a press release from the Charleston Fire Department, fire investigators and the investigator for the insurance...
Representatives from the nine public universities and three higher education agencies met with the Senate Committee on Higher Education Tuesday and were asked how they can “tighten their belts” in...
Dennis Malak is certain that through advocacy for stability and responsive legislating, he will be the best choice to represent the interests of Eastern, Charleston, and the entire 110th District in the...
Cassie Buchman, Administration Editor
• October 22, 2015
Not having a budget passed for Illinois is a pressing issue for many who live in the state.
Someone who has been vocal about his concerns is former Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar, who recently came to Eastern...
Problems with the Illinois government will be the topic of a discussion during the “Illinois Politics and Government: Options for Reform” at 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Richard Wandling, the chair of the political...
