UI calls for revamped alcohol laws

CHAMPAIGN – University of Illinois Chancellor Richard Herman is calling for the city council to re-evaluate its alcohol policies, including possibly raising the bar entry age from 19 to 21 and increasing penalties for bars that serve alcohol to underage youths.

The request for city council review was made at Tuesday's council meeting by UI Associate Chancellor Peg Rawles, who said she was speaking on Herman's behalf.

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