Rauner vetoes bill that would make PTSD qualifying condition. Plus, more on spending bill and pension reform appeal efforts.
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The attorney said he worked hard for his client and was treated shabbily in return.
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Metra board adds funding for design and engineering services for the station.
Chart shows roll call for Senate Bill 1229 both historically and for the veto override.
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"The severely gerrymandered, politician-created map we have in no way resembles the people’s map."
Six state email addresses included in hacked data, and the governor's office says it will investigate. County addresses are in there, too.
"We have a feeling lawmakers will have plenty more, better battles to fight with Rauner in the not-so-distant future."
Senate Bill 1229 now goes to the House where it will need 71 votes for an override.
Lower possession threshold, higher fines part of amendatory veto of Illinois marijuana bill.
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Sen. Hastings inviting everyone to have utility bills reviewed
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Funding for the state's childcare assistance program under threat of governor's cuts.
All residents are invited to attend and have their utility bills reviewed
He's Tom Willoughby, and he's a Marine Corps veteran. “Somebody needs to be out here to show they care,” he says.
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He could see a shorter sentence.
Now that sweet corn is the official state vegetable, it joins this list of the other official state symbols.
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We are reaching out to all surrounding communities to join us and learn about Gov. Rauner's proposed cuts and what they mean for you!
“Not since 2002 has a Republican governor had a direct say in the give-and-take of creating a state spending plan.”