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Some state data illegal to give out Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
A Springfield letter to the editor: Ledger makes public every state transaction that is allowable under the law. It’s not enough for the taxpayers to “hear” from government — they rightly want to see the proof.
Obama to revive populist message in Tuesday speech Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Reviving his populist re-election message, President Barack Obama will press a politically-divided Congress on Tuesday to approve more tax increases and fewer spending cuts during a State of the Union address focused on stabilizing the middle class and repairing the still-wobbly economy.
Walsh seeks to end child support Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Former Congressman Joe Walsh wants to stop making child support payments because he is unemployed. According to his ex-wife's attorney, Walsh skipped the $2,134 support payment owed in January.
No solution after pension summit Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Union leaders Monday used a “pension summit” in Burr Ridge to once again call on top Illinois lawmakers to negotiate with them over changes to teachers' and state workers' retirement benefits State lawmakers have been gridlocked on the issue for more than a year, arguing about how best to curb Illinois' rising pension costs. As retirement costs go up, the state has less money for other things.
Emanuel names Sandi Jackson’s successor Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has named a former Illinois Department of Transportation worker to replace Sandi Jackson on the city council. Emanuel says Natashia Holmes' appointment as alderman of the 7th Ward represents a "break from the past" and a "fresh start."
Early voting in primary election continues through Feb. 23 Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Early voting for the Feb. 26 primary election began Monday and continues through Saturday, Feb. 23. In the Northwest suburbs, a Republican primary will take place in Palatine Township for the offices of supervisor, trustee, clerk and highway commissioner. In Elgin, a nonpartisan primary will whittle down a field of nine people running for a single 2-year council seat.
After speech, supporters to promote Obama agenda Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
The White House and outside supporters of President Barack Obama are launching simultaneous social media, public outreach and fundraising campaigns tied to Tuesday's State of the Union address. The efforts will concentrate on key issues Obama will raise in his prime-time address to a joint session of Congress: jobs and the budget, gun control, immigration and climate change.
No. 1 key issue: ‘To get elected’(and other pearls)Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
While plowing through local candidates' responses to Daily Herald questionnaires, DuPage/Fox Valey News Director Jim Davis found mostly serious, issue-oriented answers -- and a few quirky nuggets.
Editorial: Key phrase to remember after Quinn speech: More to comeFeb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The governor has three short weeks to complete a budget proposal, and his next speech absolutely must contain the details lacking in last week's State of the State address, a Daily Herald editorial says.
Congressmen endorse Kelly for Jackson’s seat Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Two Democratic Chicago congressmen have endorsed Robin Kelly in the race to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. Other candidates in the running are former Congressman Debbie Halvorson, state Sen. Toi Hutchinson and Chicago Alderman Anthony Beale.
President to travel to Chicago this week Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
President Barack Obama will travel to Chicago at the end of this week to address gun violence and other issues after his State of the Union address.
Senator vows to delay Obama’s nominees over Libya Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Sen. Lindsey Graham is threatening to hold up Senate confirmation of President Barack Obama’s nominees to lead the Defense Department and the CIA until the White House provides more answers about the deadly Sept. 11 attack against a U.S. diplomatic facility in Benghazi, Libya.
Durbin proposing fix for veteran tuition costs Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin says veterans attending public colleges shouldn’t be burdened with out-of-state tuition and fees. The Democratic senator is working with lawmakers to fix an unintended consequence of the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill.
Kotowski a central player in gun debateFeb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Before being elected to the state Senate, Democrat Dan Kotowski of Park Ridge was a visible player in the emotional debate over guns in Illinois. Kotowski worked for six years as the executive director for the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence, making him one of the state’s top gun control lobbyists. Now, as both sides are set to clash on the issue in 2013, Kotowski could have a key role in that debate.
Tax increase questions on several DuPage ballotsFeb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Voters in several DuPage County communities will weigh in this spring on an array of ballot questions from governmental entities, including five that are seeking more tax money.
Slain teen's mom Schneider’s guest for State of Union Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The mother of a slain Chicago teen who has quickly become the face of gun violence will be a suburban congressman’s guest to the State of the Union address Tuesday in Washington, D.C.
Elk Grove Republicans collect for homeless vets Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Elk Grove Township Republican Organization is collecting donations for a facility in North Chicago that houses homeless veterans at its regular monthly meeting 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Rose Garden Cafe, 111 E. Higgins Road, Elk Grove Village. Items sought include men’s belts and shoes in all sizes and styles. For information, email dnevarr@aol.com.
The Soapbox Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Read editors' comments about a tiny new river resident, pocked roads and other winter hazards, and an amazing acronym.
Report: New congressman not cooperating in ethics probe Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
The office investigating U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock over allegations the Illinois Republican violated campaign fundraising laws says new GOP Congressman Rodney Davis isn’t cooperating with the probe. Schock is accused of soliciting a $25,000 contribution last March from House Majority Leader Eric Cantor’s political action committee for PAC backing of Rep. Adam Kinzinger. The report says Davis was the contact between Schock and several PACs.
Senators seek pact on gun-buy background checks Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., wants his panel to approve gun control legislation in the next few weeks and has voiced strong support for universal background checks for firearms purchases.