the morning cram [rarely is the question asked is their children learning edition]

If there aren't enough hours in the day, you should add more hours.

NPR reports Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel wants longer school days, but teachers and parents don't seem to be too fond of the idea. 

Kentucky ~ Bridge hearings come to a close. Kentucky author gets national honors. Lawmakers have headed home. 

Illinois ~ Judge holds up Metropolis adult club ordinances. 

Tennessee ~ Lawmakers hope to head home this week. There's a new trail.