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Lawmakers advance bill that would limit police involvement in Illinois schools for rule violations

(The Center Square) – Lawmakers have advanced a bill that would stop schools in Illinois from involving the police in issuing tickets to students for minor violations. Illinois law prohibits schools from fining students as a form of discipline, but a number of schools have been referring students to police, who then ticket students for […]

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McHenry County Health Department says virus metrics indicate schools should shift to virtual learning

Health officials said on Thursday that COVID-19 metrics are indicating McHenry County schools should transition to virtual learning as the county experiences a rapid increase in cases. “Our data are showing a rapid increase in cases compared to previous weeks,” said Ryan Sachs, Epidemiologist for the McHenry County Department of Health. “Sharp increases like we’re […]