We applaud those who live in Region 7, otherwise known as Kankakee and Will counties, for reducing the percentage of positive COVID-19 tests taken here in recent days.
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If only Illinois lawmakers would show as much fiscal awareness as the public at large.
The Daily Journal has been blessed to have quality photography featured on its pages over the years, and current photo editor Tiffany Blanchette is building on that proud tradition.
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When I was young, there was a TV show called “The Millionaire.” It was the story of a rich man who dropped a million dollars on unexpected people and the joys and sorrows that resulted. Mostly the show had happy examples, but we have all seen how money can warp people. A few years ago, I wro…
So I went back to grade school and attended the first day of class with my grandson. It was easy. There was no commuting or school bus. My grandson, a Chicago Public School student, started first grade this past week — remotely. He is holed up in our Michigan cottage in one of our bedrooms a…
SPRINGFIELD — I read The Atlantic magazine story asserting that Donald Trump denigrated America’s war dead, and then I cringed.
Today, I’m in my home working on the final column that I’ll pen from this location. Next week, I’ll write my first column from our new home.
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Soccer's popularity withstands World Cup without America.
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A compelling case for reduction in size of government was printed on the front page of Thursday’s newspaper.
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Don't ban plastic straws. Just choose not to use them.
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If you attend a Major League baseball game, you’ll notice a new category on the centerfield scoreboard.
Kankakee Community College is helping the region it serves retain homegrown talent.
We condemn animal cruelty virtually year round. Apply the same standards to the Fourth of July holiday by halting fireworks use.
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Privacy laws vital, but should be applied differently to public figures.
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The city of Kankakee basically has enacted a tax swap by increasing its sales tax from 6.25 to 8.25 percent.
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Canada's decision to legalize recreational marijuana means the U.S. must place tighter security along its northern border.
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One of the strategies local economic development leaders have implemented is a drive to convince young people reaching adulthood to stay and work in the community where they grew up.
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The U.S. Supreme Court upheld an Ohio law that allows the state to purge registered voters if they have not voted in two years.
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The trustees of Social Security and Medicare report that the financial situation of the programs continues to deteriorate.
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A meeting between Northfield Square mall owners and local economic leaders should take place.
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Morning practices are really a benefit for Chicago Bears fans.
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U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly's criticism of Chicago Bears is off base.
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Bourbonnais Mayor Paul Schore describes it as a “blank canvas.’’
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A compassionate nature is preferable to a vengeful one.
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Fertility might be the first step toward fatherhood, but the process is not supposed to end there.
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Reducing the number of election judges from five to three is not advisable.
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"Being stupid'' no justification to let Rod Blagojevich walk free.
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Government can help, but you have to let it be known a problem exists.
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A year from now, a significant historical event will be revisited as the 75th anniversary of the Allied Forces invasion of France, commonly known as D-Day, will arrive.
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Anonymity would ease the burden lottery winners often face.
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Kankakee County government still has financial challenges, but deserves credit for progress made.
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Have you noticed good deeds keep getting done in this region we call home? A couple more examples were cited in recent editions of the Daily Journal.
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