While good rains in August and September have alleviated drought conditions in portions of central and southern Illinois, the most read more

While good rains in August and September have alleviated drought conditions in portions of central and southern Illinois, the most severely affected area in northern Illinois remains stubbornly dry.

Tears are the symbol of the inability of the soul to restrain its emotion and retain its self command.

Tears are the symbol of the inability of the soul to restrain its emotion and retain its self command.

The roof is completely gone and there are some floors that are collapsing.

The roof is completely gone and there are some floors that are collapsing.

I'm happiest when I'm teaching people; I just love it.

I'm happiest when I'm teaching people; I just love it.

If the dog has the temperament, and the owner has the drive, then those are the starting blocks.

If the dog has the temperament, and the owner has the drive, then those are the starting blocks.

There are a myriad of immigration laws that, when looked at through the common sense of justice, don't add up.

There are a myriad of immigration laws that, when looked at through the common sense of justice, don't add up.

The simplicity of the interaction is one of the most critical things.

The simplicity of the interaction is one of the most critical things.

It has proven to be a very effective [model]. It is a single point for education, enablement--what I call kicking read more

It has proven to be a very effective [model]. It is a single point for education, enablement--what I call kicking the tires.

I was with a famous comedian when a young fan walked up and asked for an autograph. The comedian blew read more

I was with a famous comedian when a young fan walked up and asked for an autograph. The comedian blew him off. I'll never forget the look on the young boy's face. He was devastated.