Pritzker inaugurated as Illinois governor, cementing Democrats’ control of state government
By Mike Riopell, Chicago Tribune
January 14, 2019
Democrat J.B. Pritzker became Illinois' 43rd governor Monday, acknowledging the challenges the state faces and saying "our abdication of responsibility must end."
Julian Castro, HUD secretary under Obama, declares presidential candidacy
By Gromer Jeffers Jr. and Robert T. Garrett, The Dallas Morning News
January 12, 2019
"I'm running for president because it's time for new leadership. It's time for new energy," Julian Castro, former HUD secretary said.
Juliana Stratton, Lt. Governor-elect, participates in statewide ‘Day of Service’ at Boys and Girls club
By Brian Munoz, Editor in Chief
January 12, 2019
Filed under City, Editors Picks, News
“We’re really excited for the opportunity to serve more kids.” Tina Carpenter, Carbondale Boys & Girls Club CEO, said. “I like to say that magic happens here every single day and those relationships that our kids build here with our staff really is magic.”
Cyntoia Brown, convicted at 16, granted clemency after killing man who picked her up for sex
By Kallie Cox, Staff Reporter
January 7, 2019
“Imposing a life sentence on a juvenile would require her to serve at least 51 years before even being eligible for parole consideration is too harsh, especially in light of the extraordinary steps Ms. Brown has taken to rebuild her life,” Bill Haslam, Tennessee governor said.
Carbondale Police take on the Carbondale Cougars in community basketball game
By Brian Munoz, Editor in Chief
January 5, 2019
Filed under Basketball, City, News, Sports
“Any time that we can do something to build relationships within the community, especially at such a young age and get some parents involved – [we’re] all for it,” Matt Acray, Carbondale Police Department sergeant, said.
Randy Dunn will not teach at SIUE this semester, reason unknown
By Brian Munoz, Editor in Chief
January 3, 2019
Filed under Campus, News, Showcase
Randy Dunn, former SIU president, will not be teaching at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville this spring semester, said Doug Mcllhaga, SIUE spokesman in an email to the Daily Egyptian on Thursday.
Dunn says he’ll put students first as SIUC interim chancellor
By Brian Munoz, Editor in Chief
December 14, 2018
John M. Dunn, incoming interim chancellor, believes it is important to keep students in mind while tackling issues surrounding the Carbondale campus, he said during a press conference Friday.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers builds in Carbondale, expected to open March 2019
By Claire Cowley, Staff Reporter
December 14, 2018
A Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers is coming to Carbondale’s Giant City Road next year. Eric Cole, owner of the upcoming Carbondale location, said the franchise is building a new restaurant from the ground up. “It will open probably late March 2019,” Cole said. “We broke ground on October 18.”
DATABASE: 2018-2019 SIU System Salaries
By Staff Report
December 14, 2018
Filed under Campus, Data, News
The following salary database has been compiled and obtained by Daily Egyptian staff through the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
Semester in Photos: Fall 2018
December 13, 2018
Filed under Campus, Featured, News, Photos
At the conclusion of each semester, the Daily Egyptian Photography and Multimedia staff dedicate the last edition to showcase the visual content put out over the course of the previous sixteen weeks.
Board of Trustees approves reorganization, appoints John Dunn as interim chancellor
By Kallie Cox, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2018
The SIU Board of Trustees unanimously approved the proposed academic reorganization and have appointed John M. Dunn as interim chancellor for the Carbondale campus.
SIU Board of Trustees approves honorary degree for actress Melissa McCarthy
By Staff Report
December 13, 2018
The SIU Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve a honorary degree for Melissa McCarthy, two-time Emmy Award winner, during today's meeting.
