Districts have to follow the laws, which means they have to cough up the difference. ISBE estimates lawmakers would need to spend $142.2 million more in the next fiscal year just to fall short by the same percentage as this cycle.

Bob Cotner was more than a writer; he was a scholar, poet and storyteller who wove his wisdom and compassion into every article he contributed.

This happens every year. Every Christmas season. And I cannot shake it.

During my childhood, Christmas was magic.

Unlike the DoorDash settlement, which included information about how many drivers stood to divide the settlement pool, the Grubhub deal is short on details.

For those who like to write, The Times and NewsTribune is offering an opportunity for your voice to be heard.

Expect a history lesson, bring a calculator and a working knowledge of actuarial science.

I don’t travel much anymore. I feel like my main place is home taking care of my cows.

In addition to the new designs, we’ll be able to choose to keep the current design or adopt the 1918 centennial or 1968 sesquicentennial flags.