Tag Archives: Peter Gray
Concealed Carry Permits And Gun Range Training
Illinois lawmakers have approved legislation to legalize and regulate the carrying of concealed handguns. Governor Pat Quinn’s office says he’s now “carefully reviewing” the measure. Advocates on both sides of the gun debate say a provision requiring hands-on training is … Continue reading
Art Spotlight: “Poetry Out Loud” Central Illinois 2013
Springfield Southeast High will again send a student to the statewide “Poetry Out Loud” recitation contest following a win last week against regional competitors. Charday Crawford bested 19 performers from high schools in Springfield, Decatur, Morrisonville, Pawnee and Petersburg. On … Continue reading
WUIS Health Desk: Autism, Stigma And Diagnosis Changes
Autism can limit a person’s ability to communicate and connect emotionally with others. This isolation has led to speculation that autistic people may be more prone to commit acts of planned violence. Claims like this – that a link may … Continue reading
Interview Pt. 2: Springfield Mayor Michael Houston
Mayor Michael Houston talks with Peter Gray about various issues in Springfield, including downtown development, video poker, and curfews for late-night performances downtown:
Interview Pt. 1: Springfield Mayor Michael Houston
WUIS’ Peter Gray interviews Mayor Michael Houston about important issues facing the city. In this interview, part one of two segments, Houston talks about how the city is coping with drought, the city council’s debate over residency requirements, and the … Continue reading
SDAT: Full Presentation Now Available Online
Springfield’s Sustainable Design Assessment Team has published online the presentation made to the public Wednesday at the Hoogland Center for the Arts: CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL PRESENTATION (PowerPoint slides) FOR ACCOMPANYING AUDIO OF SDAT MEMBERS:
Springfield Community Invited To Contribute To Downtown Development Assessment
SDAT Springfield is in town this week to look at the capital city’s “missing persons” problem, among other development issues. Local architect Chuck Pell spoke with WUIS’s Peter Gray about “sustainable design and development” and outlined some of the team’s … Continue reading
Wright Building Conservancy: Keep Future Trains Away From Dana-Thomas House
A national group dedicated to protecting and preserving the work of one of America’s best known architects is headed to Springfield with a message for state and federal transportation officials. As Peter Gray reports, the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy … Continue reading
Central IL Students Take Top Spots in Statewide Poetry Contest
Charday Crawford of Springfield Southeast High School got the runner-up spot Thursday in the 8th annual statewide “Poetry Out Loud” contest at Springfield’s Hoogland Center for the Arts. After besting Crawford and 14 other regional competitors, Carolyn Muller of Champaign Central … Continue reading
E-Waste Dumping Ban Creates Jobs, New Regulatory Hurdles
Illinois’ statewide ban on dumping consumer electronics went into effect the first of the year. As Peter Gray reports, the push to keep old TVs and computers out of landfills has helped create “green” jobs in the new industry of “urban … Continue reading
Planning Commission Wants Transit Hub Vision “On City of Springfield’s Radar”
The joint planning body for the City of Springfield and Sangamon County is spreading the word about its plan for a multi-purpose transportation hub along the 10th Street Rail Corridor. The proposed 8-block “Transit Oriented Development” just east of the … Continue reading
CWLP: Electric Rate Hike Needed to Support Debt Repayment
Springfield’s public utility says cash to operate its electrical system is at an “historic low”. As Peter Gray reports, the utility blames years of disappointing energy sales and says a nearly ten percent electric rate hike is needed in order … Continue reading
Molly Schlich Film Series returns to Springfield
The annual series of critically-acclaimed independent and international films kicks off it’s 21st year with the inspirational sports drama, “The Hammer”. As Peter Gray reports, organizers of the film series hope this year’s more upbeat and diverse selection will get … Continue reading
