Saturday, Oct. 26

 

‘Documenting Illinois’ progress
in juvenile justice’

A report from Futures for Kids in collaboration with
the Illinois Juvenile Justice Commission

[OCT. 26, 2002]  Bolstered by an increased emphasis on intervention and prevention — and the Ryan administration’s stated goal of reducing juvenile crime by one-third — the juvenile justice environment in Illinois has changed dramatically for the better during the last four years by demanding accountability from kids and communities.

The state’s heightened focus on balanced and restorative justice has reduced juvenile crime through cost-effective, community-based programs. Defining a shared vision, Illinois leaders have begun to create a new framework for unprecedented collaboration on the complex issues affecting at-risk youths, delivering a plan for progress. Top priorities have been identified for continuing the state’s compliance with legislative mandates and advancing the overall cause of juvenile justice.

The Illinois emphasis on rational juvenile justice reform stems directly from desires to keep our youths and communities safe — and to address the high financial and personal costs of juvenile crime.

View the September report.

[Click here to download Adobe Acrobat reader for PDF version of report.]

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New Chicago Bears posters aim
to prevent underage alcohol use

[OCT. 26, 2002]  CHICAGO — On Tuesday, Illinois first lady Lura Lynn Ryan and the Illinois Liquor Control Commission unveiled two posters, featuring Chicago Bears receiver Marty Booker and cornerback Jerry Azumah, which are designed to discourage underage drinking and alcohol sales to minors.

The posters are part of the ILCC’s underage alcohol prevention program entitled Project 21, which is a collaborative effort between the ILCC, the Illinois State Police, local liquor commissioners and local law enforcement in a statewide crackdown on underage drinking and sales to minors. Over the past year, Project 21 seminars have been presented in 55 municipalities throughout the state.

For the second year, ILCC is joined by the "Be Real" campaign and the Chicago Bears in the "Under 21 Bear Down on Underage Sales" campaign. Be Real is a part of the "Futures for Kids" initiative, which is the statewide resource created by Gov. Ryan for programs and policies related to the health, safety and education of infants, children and teen-agers. The Be Real campaign targets 10- to 14-year-olds with the message that it is cool not to use alcohol, tobacco or other drugs. The program encourages youth to take pride in their talents, achievements and interests, while remaining alcohol, tobacco and drug free.

"Be Real and Under 21 are tackling some of the most serious problems surrounding alcohol and substance abuse, not only where they exist but also where they start," Mrs. Ryan said.

"By targeting parents, teachers, liquor licensees and children with different strategies and the same ‘no use’ message, we are able to have a greater impact on children’s lives."

 

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The two posters will be sent to all of Illinois’ liquor licensees, plus 75 colleges and universities in the state. The posters are also available online through the ILCC website. The laws and penalties on drinking underage and serving a minor are listed on the bottom of the posters. Funding for the posters came from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration-Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

The Illinois Liquor Control Commission is the state regulatory agency that ensures liquor licensees comply with the provisions of the Liquor Control Act. The commission provides industry education programs that focus on enforcement practices, interpretations of Illinois liquor control laws, reduction programs on illegal sales of alcoholic beverages to minors, and licensed training on responsible server and seller practices. In addition, the ILCC is designated as the lead agency in developing a strategy for reducing the availability and delivery of tobacco products to minors.

For more information, call (312) 814-0706; write to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission at 100 W. Randolph St.., Suite 5-300, Chicago, IL 60601; or visit www.state.il.us/lcc.

[Illinois Government News Network
press release]


Trick-or-treat for canned goods

[OCT. 26, 2002]  The Lincoln Community High School National Honor Society and student government will sponsor a canned food drive on Sunday, Oct. 27, from 3 to 5 p.m. at local IGA, Eagle and Kroger grocery stores. The public is encouraged to help with this project.

All donations go to the Community Action food pantry. 


Articles from the past week

Friday:

  • United for the Harvest

  • EMC ownership change won’t affect Lincoln operation

Thursday:

  • Contaminated kerosene alert!

  • Schools schedule anti-drug activities for Red Ribbon Week

  • Crashes up, accidents down
    Safe driving program for teens notes the difference

Wednesday:

  • Kerosene analyzed in fire investigations

  • Ground broken for largest interstate reconstruction project downstate
    $400 million revamp of I-74 through Peoria will improve safety

Tuesday:

  • Lincoln Clark station issues customer alert

  • City approves contract with clerical workers

  • City issues fact statement on sales tax referendum

Monday:

On the Business page:

Saturday:

  • Fire devours fields

  • County files $4.7 million budget with 1.6 percent property tax increase

  • Festival of Trees seeks sponsors

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