Chicago-area libraries, other institutions hold events for Banned Books Week
This week is Banned Books Week, a tradition going back 44 years in response to challenges to books in schools, libraries and bookstores.
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This week is Banned Books Week, a tradition going back 44 years in response to challenges to books in schools, libraries and bookstores.
The American Library Association began Banned Books Week began in 1982, after challenges to books skyrocketed.
Another law requires people using vape pens or e-cigarettes not only to take it outside, but also to move 15 feet away from building entrances.
This week marks Banned Books Week – which was launched in 1982 after a surge of challenges to books in schools, libraries, and bookstores at that time.
The Sec. of State's Office oversees the state's public libraries. Newly elected Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is taking that responsibility and making sure Illinois is the first state to ban banning books.
