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Governor, Mayor in high-stakes game of Chicago hold 'em
If Chicago politics was a card game and Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Gov. Pat Quinn were the players, both men on Monday showed their hands.
Senators call Dems on sneaking pro-euthanasia doc to Public Health slot
Citing a need for a proper, unrestricted vetting and the unwillingness by the Democrat Senate Majority to allow a confirmation hearing on Dr.
Medical Marijuana Bill Passed by Illinois Senate; Quinn Last Hurdle
By a vote of 35-21, the Illinois Senate approved legislation on Friday that would allow doctors in the state to prescribe marijuana as pain relief for severe medical conditions.
Quinn pushes for ban on high-capacity ammunition
Parents of three children killed in the Connecticut school shooting say a ban on high-capacity ammunition magazines will help save lives.
Governor Signs Social Media Bill
Governor Pat Quinn says the state doesn't want anyone using social media to harass or threaten others.
Governor Quinn requests federal disaster aid for additional 16 Illinois counties
Governor Pat Quinn yesterday asked the federal government to add 16 Illinois counties to a recent federal disaster declaration for 11 counties hit by widespread flooding in mid-April. More than 800 homes were damaged by the flood in mid-April in those 16 counties.
Kane Mayors, Managers, Aldermen Meet with Lawmakers on Local Impacts of Pension Reform
Representatives from several Kane County municipalities traveled to Springfield Tuesday, May 14, to advocate their position on several issues, including the instability of the local government distributive fund and rising public safety pension costs.
New gun control bill targets magazine capacity
High capacity means the magazine holds more than 10 rounds of ammunition. Sale or delivery of them while under the ban would result in a prison sentence of 1-3 years.
AFSCME, Illinois Reach Contract
Illinois' largest union has given the final go ahead on a three-year contract with the state.
Senate Clears Medical Marijuana Bill, Sends it on to Governor
By a vote of 35-21, the Illinois Senate approved legislation on Friday that would allow doctors in the state to prescribe marijuana as pain relief for severe medical conditions.
Illinois cracks down on social media 'flash mobs'
Seeking to keep pace with changing technology, Illinois toughened penalties Saturday for those who use social media and text messaging to organize violent "flash mobs" like those that have occurred on Chicago's Michigan Avenue and in other tourist areas.
Raw Milk Regulations and Transparency: Who Needs Them, and Why?PART 4 ...
In the past few weeks, you may have asked yourselves,"Why should I care about Raw Milk regulations? I don't drink raw milk." Does this concern Illinois citizens? In February, Gov.
Our View: A rough week for Obama administration
Thumbs down: To the Obama administration for the numerous scandals that have become a major distraction for his second term.
Quinn Cracks Down on Social Media Based Mob Attacks
Governor Quinn signed into law Saturday new legislation that allows judges to impose harsher penalties on people who use social media or other methods of electronic communication to organize mob attacks.
Senate Democrats want more school money, not cuts
Illinois Senate Democrats want to boost general education funding by $156 million next year, not cut it, key budget negotiators said Friday, but acknowledged the increase would only keep per-student funding level.
Gov. Quinn proclaims May as Older Americans Month in Illinois
Gov. Pat Quinn has proclaimed May as Older Americans Month in Illinois and joins the Illinois Department on Aging to honor more than 2 million adults age 60 years or older who live in the state.
Medical marijauna bill awaits Quinn's signature to become law
In a 35 to21 vote, the Illinois Senate joined the Illinois House in passing HB1, a medical marijuana bill that will allow Illinoisans with certain medical conditions to legally possess and use the controversial drug.
Suburban lawmakers split as Senate approves medical marijuana
Gov. Pat Quinn will get the final say on whether Illinoisans should be allowed to use medical marijuana to help cope with pain and other symptoms caused by serious diseases.
Governor Quinn Asks for Additional Federal Flood Assistance
Governor Quinn is asking for federal disaster aid for 16 more flood damaged Illinois counties.
Illinois Lawmakers Send Medical Marijuana Bill To Governor
The Illinois Senate has approved a measure to legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes, sending the bill to the governor for his signature.