Democratic Party turnover on the McLean County Board is complicating a years-long effort by the party to boost its representation as both major parties position themselves for the next election cycle. It's unlike the traditional pattern of board members, who often are incumbents term after term.
A McLean County Board member has announced she will not seek re-election. Shayna Watchinski has served on the board since 2018. The District 8 representative says it's time for her to "pursue new paths."
Democrats on the McLean County Board are crying foul by Sheriff Jon Sandage over the removal of tablets that inmates can use to make phone calls, emails, and texts, and access educational content.