Loyola University researchers studying the Pretrial Fairness Act [PFA] say McLean County detains defendants awaiting trial at higher rates than most Illinois counties. In a presentation this week to McLean County's Criminal Justice Coordinating Council [CJCC], Loyola researcher David Olson presented preliminary findings about the PFA’s impact on the state’s criminal justice system. The law took effect in 2023, making Illinois the first state to eliminate cash bail.

Loyola University researchers studying the Pretrial Fairness Act [PFA] say McLean County detains defendants awaiting trial at higher rates than most Illinois counties.&nbsp;In a presentation this week to McLean County's Criminal Justice Coordinating Council [CJCC], Loyola researcher David Olson presented preliminary findings about the PFA&rsquo;s impact on the state&rsquo;s criminal justice system. The law took effect in 2023, making Illinois the first state to eliminate cash bail.

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WGLT's Sound Ideas is our flagship news program. Every weekday, WGLT reporters go beyond soundbites for deeper conversations with newsmakers, musicians, artists, and anyone with a story to share. This 30-minute newsmagazine is produced Monday through Friday. You can also subscribe to the Sound Ideas - Full Episodes podcast.

Statewide data shows McLean County detains defendants awaiting trial at higher rates

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The AFSCME Local 1110 strike at Illinois State University [ISU] is approaching its third week with no apparent end in sight. AFSCME Local 1110 is the union representing about 350 striking building, dining and grounds employees at ISU. They have been on strike since April 8.

The AFSCME Local 1110 strike at Illinois State University [ISU] is approaching its third week with no apparent end in sight.&nbsp;AFSCME Local 1110 is the union representing about 350 striking building, dining and grounds employees at ISU. They have been on strike since April 8.

Illinois State University sticking to final offer in AFSCME strike negotiations

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Illinois is building a quantum workforce to develop the state as a global destination for emerging technology, with Bloomington-Normal among the locations chosen to promote the new initiative.

The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park [IQMP], a quantum business park backed by the state about two years ago, is starting a new campaign called “Quantum Across Illinois.” It includes a series of visits to Illinois universities to recruit new college graduates to careers in the field.

Illinois is building a quantum workforce to develop the state as a global destination for emerging technology, with Bloomington-Normal among the locations chosen to promote the new initiative.
The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park [IQMP], a quantum business park backed by the state about two years ago, is starting a new campaign called &ldquo;Quantum Across Illinois.&rdquo; It includes a series of visits to Illinois universities to recruit new college graduates to careers in the field.

'Quantum Across Illinois' wants to build the next workforce in quantum technology

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The superintendent of District 87 schools said a new policy banning cell phones in classrooms has had a positive impact at Bloomington High School. Superintendent David Mouser gave updates on the policy and a number of other important topics during an interview on WGLT’s Sound Ideas.

The superintendent of District 87 schools said a new policy banning cell phones in classrooms has had a positive impact at Bloomington High School.&nbsp;Superintendent David Mouser gave updates on the policy and a number of other important topics during an interview on WGLT&rsquo;s Sound Ideas.

District 87 superintendent sounds off on State Farm departure, phones and SNAP benefits

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Statewide data shows McLean County detains defendants awaiting trial at higher rates

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