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Eye on Illinois: Power to limit display of campaign signs isn’t unlimited
A current weekend tenting journey to the driftless space of southwestern Wisconsin was refreshing for a lot of causes, however with an Eye on Illinois the drive afforded views of completely completely different marketing campaign indicators than those we see following baseball groups across the suburbs.
Exterior of the governor’s race and U.S. Senate marketing campaign, I’ve little or no concept who’s working for what within the Badger State, which implies far fewer visceral reactions and extra room for thought of design, placement and expression. That introduced reader Debby Faust’s e mail referencing a 1994 U.S. Supreme Court docket opinion, metropolis of Ladue (Missouri) versus Gilleo:
“This resolution gave house owners the suitable to submit indicators with minimal interference from town. My concern is that many rental house owners might need to specific opinions concerning the upcoming elections by posting indicators or banners in area they personal (home windows for certain; not often exterior).
“My rental’s guidelines and laws forbid it – and apparently virtually all rental associations have an identical rule, that, in line with my contact with our property administration group, has by no means been challenged that they’ve ever heard of – a rental board’s First Modification downside? There appears to be no probability for a repair earlier than November.”
In response to a case historical past abstract type the Free Speech Middle at Center Tennessee State College (mtsu.edu/first-amendment), a St. Louis suburb instructed Margaret Gilleo in December 1990 she couldn’t have an indication in her yard opposing battle within the Persian Gulf. Ladue later objected to a smaller signal Gilleo positioned in a bed room window. Though the Eighth Circuit Appeals Court docket stated the issue was the ordinance allowed issues like actual property indicators and never these presenting opinion, the Supreme Court docket opinion targeted on town’s limits on expression.
Ladue “virtually fully foreclosed a venerable technique of communication that’s each distinctive and vital. It has completely foreclosed that medium to political, non secular, or private messages,” Justice John Paul Stevens wrote within the unanimous opinion. “Even for the prosperous, the added prices in cash or time of taking out a newspaper commercial, handing out leaflets on the road, or standing in entrance of 1’s home with a hand-held signal might make the distinction between taking part and never taking part in some public debate.”
Rental and house owner associations will be extra restrictive than municipal codes, however the Illinois Condominium Property Act prohibits guidelines that violate the First Modification. Insurance policies based mostly on time (days earlier than and after an election) typically cross muster, and the HOA can all the time quibble about how far property rights prolong (yard and home design restrictions are widespread), however putting one thing inside your personal window ought to be fully protected.
I’m no lawyer, however it appears right here Illinois has simply sufficient speech sanctuary.
• Scott T. Holland writes about state authorities points for Shaw Media. Comply with him on Twitter @sth749. He will be reached at sholland@shawmedia.com.
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With so many moving parts, the Illinois basketball team hires a general manager
The Illinois basketball team is in the middle of a huge season for the program, as this squad is poised for great heights.
Despite dropping two out of the last four contests, the Illini find themselves back in the AP Top 25 at No. 24 in the nation. This ranking is impressive considering we are only 8-3 overall. The three losses aren’t bad, and Illinois has also beaten a good Missouri program and ranked Arkansas and Wisconsin squads.
While Brad Underwood is trying to develop talent and lead this team to the promised land, there is clearly a need for continuous program development on and off the court. On Friday night, the Illini “front office” got a little stronger.
According to NBA reporter Jake Fischer, Illinois is hiring Neel Ganta as the new general manager for the program. The Illini managed to snag him away from the Denver Nuggets front office.
Neel Ganta should have an expansive role as the general manager of the Illinois basketball team
Ganta’s roots are actually with the Illini. He was a basketball analyst for the Illini from May 2019 to August 2020. After that, he moved into a graduate assistant role with the program from August 2020 to August 2021.
After his time with the Orange and Blue, Ganta then took a player development coordinator role with the Grand Rapids Gold, the G-League team of the Denver Nuggets. He then parlayed that position into multiple roles with the Nuggets, which ended with him being a pro scout.
Illinois is now bringing back Ganta, but what does the general manager title do for a college basketball team?
Well, this is the same situation that ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski took with St. Bonaventure just months ago.
In the description of what Wojnarowski does for the Bonnies, it includes name, image, and likeness opportunities. This is huge in the college game today. It also sounds like Wojnarowski is the front face for the program when it comes to collectives.
This is what I imagine Ganta will do for the Orange and Blue. He will be out there wheeling and dealing. Ganta will likely be the one who brings in the money to help pay for the athletes to come to Illinois.
I like this addition to the Illinois basketball program. We needed someone out there bringing in the money so the coaching staff can focus on recruiting and on court issues.
Illinois
Police identify 2 men killed in Springfield Township crash
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WXIX) – Two men died in a Springfield Township crash Thursday afternoon, according to police.
On Dec 26 at 4:30 p.m., Springfield Police and Fire responded to the 9600 block of Daly Road for an auto crash, police say.
According to police, witnesses at the scene said they saw a head-on collision between a gray Toyota Sienna and a black Mercedes SUV.
Police say when they arrived on scene, the Toyota Sienna was on fire and both drivers had to be pulled from their vehicles.
The driver of the Mercedes SUV was identified as 55-year-old Jim Schneider from Cincinnati, who was pronounced dead at the scene according to a press release.
The driver of the Toyota Sienna was identified as 41-year-old Christopher Larkins from Springfield Township, the release says.
Police say Larkins was transported to UC Medical Center where he was later pronounced dead.
According to the Springfield Township Traffic Safety Investigators, it is believed that Larkins lost control of his vehicle going around a curve and drove left of center, hitting Schneider’s vehicle head-on.
Neither of the drivers is believed to have worn a seatbelt.
Officials believe speed was a factor and are working with the Hamilton County Coroner’s Office to determine impairment with a toxicology report.
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PHOTOS: Illinois woman and cancer survivor celebrates anniversary of completing chemotherapy at Bears game
CHICAGO – An Illinois resident and cancer survivor was recognized as the Chicago Bears’ special guest during the Bear Down Flag Ceremony Thursday night.
Sally Wagner, of Round Lake, was invited by Advocate Health Care and the Bears to help unfurl the flag at Soldier Field during pregame introductions for the Bears vs. Seahawks game.
Wagner’s family joined her on the field before they returned to the stands to watch the game. The event marked the one-year anniversary of Wagner completing chemotherapy treatment.
In the spring of 2023, Wagner sought treatment for painful fibroids and opted for a routine hysterectomy, health officials said.
During the procedure, her gynecologist found suspicious tissue. A biopsy confirmed Wagner had non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Wagner said the diagnosis was a shock to her as she has no family history of the disease.
Besides feeling more fatigued than usual, Wagner said she didn’t experience typical symptoms of lymphoma, like swollen lymph nodes, fever or night sweats.
Her diagnosis required immediate treatment, and Wagner stayed at Advocate Condell for 92 hours of continuous chemotherapy every two weeks for six rounds, with additional rounds later in the year.
“I got really close to the team while I was there. From the very first night of treatment, I felt at ease. Everyone was so positive and kind, and the care was excellent,” said Wagner. “I never looked forward to chemo, but I looked forward to seeing the team who cared for me.”
The doctors and nurses said they admired Wagner’s strength, resilience and sense of humor throughout her chemotherapy treatment.
“I felt blessed to have met Sally and to be her nurse administering chemotherapy during her stay,” said Rodgers, a charge nurse in the Advocate Infusion Center. “Sally handled her diagnosis with such grace; she remained positive and focused on healing. Sally’s fun and upbeat personality won the hearts of everyone on our unit.”
Wagner said she stays connected with her care team, and now that cancer is behind her, she is embracing the present and looking forward to the future.
The Source: This article includes information provided by Adovcate Health Care.