Is it possible Illinois is witnessing what was once thought to be impossible, the involuntary departure of Michael Madigan as speaker of the Illinois House?It is not only possible, but increasingly likely.
Even if House Speaker Michael Madigan, D-Chicago, doesn't get another term leading his legislative chamber, he's still chairman of the Democratic Party of Illinois until the spring of 2022 unless he exits early.
The State Journal-Register's 57th annual First Citizen Award winner will be announced at sj-r.com and in the SJ-R print edition on Nov. 29.The finalists are Kathryn Harris of Springfield and Steven Koch of Chatham.
Getting children off to an early start in learning is the most important step a parent or caregiver can take in giving their child the opportunity for success in school and in life.
