Here are the top stories we covered this week (Sept. 25-29, 2017) on WGLT and WGLT.org.
Scheme Uncovered
Five ex-managers of the former U.S. Cellular Coliseum (now Grossinger Motors Arena) face over 100 counts of fraud and money laundering. The current managers of the facility, VenuWorks, found alleged financial discrepancies related to John Butler, who faces the most charges among the five.
Read the story: 5 Ex-Coliseum Staff Face 100+ Charges in Alleged Scheme
Sewer Rate Spike
Bloomington residents will pay an additional $6 on their storm and sewer bills starting next May. The City of Bloomington will use the funds to repair decades-old deteriorating underground infrastructure.
Read the story: Bloomington Residents Will Pay More For Sewers Starting Next Year
Should They Have Been Informed?
Bloomington City Manager David Hales will begin the same job in Joliet later this year. Members of the Joliet city council were alarmed to learn about the recent indictments against the Coliseum managers.
Read the story: Joliet Council Blindsided By Hales On Coliseum Investigation
Taking Precautions
Unit 5 and District 87 schools are working to test the lead levels in drinking water. Lead was detected in a few schools in both districts, but levels were below the federal government threshold. Officials say parents shouldn't panic.
Read the story: Lead-Testing School Water: When Should Parents Worry?
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