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June 1, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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LaSalle County is facing a financial shakeup as new Illinois Supreme Court caps on interpreter reimbursements threaten to skyrocket costs—what's the plan to tackle this challenge?

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LaSalle County courts brace for higher costs after state caps interpreter reimbursements
The Illinois Supreme Court’s July 1 reimbursement caps for interpreters will likely reduce near-100% reimbursements for certified interpreters, LaSalle County trial court administrator Lori said, prompting plans to pursue remote interpreting, a possible circuitwide interpreter, grant searches and other cost-saving technology.
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June 24, 2026 at 12:18 PM
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Renee Erwin is calling for improved emergency communication for the deaf community, highlighting the urgent need for video remote interpreting to ensure safety in critical situations.

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Deaf services supervisor urges video remote interpreting and renewed police interpreter contract
Renee Erwin, the center’s deaf services supervisor, urged better emergency-access communications, access to video remote interpreting (VRI) for first responders, and reestablishing an interpreter-services contract with the Tulsa Police Department.
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September 8, 2026 at 8:34 PM
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A judge faces a pivotal decision on whether statements made through a language-line interpreter can stand in a DUI trial, raising critical questions about reliability and the Confrontation Clause.

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Judge declines to require language-line interpreter testimony in Ruiz DUI suppression hearing; court to issue order
At a suppression hearing in State v. Ruiz (2023CR02799), defense sought to exclude statements taken through a contracted language-line interpreter and to suppress blood and field-test evidence. The judge signaled reluctance to suppress, citing county contract reliability and precedent; an order will follow.
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January 14, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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Community members are demanding justice for a church member facing homelessness, highlighting the critical need for clear communication in legal matters.

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Pastor advocates for Marshallese interpreter rights in ongoing church legal disputes
Pastor raises concerns about interpreter availability during legal inspections affecting local church.
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April 12, 2025 at 1:45 AM