Illinois State Politics
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As deadline for referendum on independent redistricting passes, advocates refocusMay 04, 2020 5:30 am - The COVID-19 pandemic has killed the chance for voters to amend Illinois' constitution this year and establish independent redistricting, much to the chagrin of advocate...
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Morrison, Palatine Township host blood drive May 9Apr 29, 2020 1:00 am - State Rep. Tom Morrison will host a blood drive in partnership with Palatine Township and Vitalant from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at Palatine Township's offices,...
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GOP legislators question Pritzker's authority to extend stay-at-home orderApr 29, 2020 1:00 am - Three Republican state representatives Wednesday questioned Gov. J.B. Pritzker's authority to extend his stay-at-home order beyond May 1 without support from the Illinoi...
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Morrison, Mussman host virtual COVID-19 town hallApr 22, 2020 1:00 am - Cook County Commissioner Kevin B. Morrison and State Rep. Michelle Mussman will host a COVID-19 virtual town hall at noon Friday to discuss the county and state's respon...
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Stephens launches social media campaign to honor local heroesApr 21, 2020 11:00 pm - Rosemont Mayor and state Rep. Brad Stephens has launched a social media campaign to honor local heroes on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting Friday, the ...
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Morrison, DCEO hosting webinar for small business owners TuesdayApr 13, 2020 1:00 am - State Rep. Tom Morrison is inviting small business owners in his 54th District to participate in an informational webinar led by the Illinois Department of Commerce and ...
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Legislators help women pursuing return to educationApr 08, 2020 11:00 pm - The Conference of Women Legislators, a bipartisan, bicameral, nonprofit organization of women legislators in the Illinois General Assembly, announces the 2020-2021 Annua...
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Dombrowski's write-in bid in 28th District falls shortApr 08, 2020 1:00 am - Palatine-Schaumburg High School District 211 board member Pete Dombrowski has fallen short in his effort to acquire enough write-in votes in the March 17 primary to beco...
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Volunteers sought for 'Neighbor to Neighbor' assistance in State House District 65Apr 01, 2020 11:00 pm - In response to the ongoing and growing COVID-19 pandemic, State Rep. Dan Ugaste, a Republican from Geneva, is launching a program to help those in need in the 65th Distr...
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District 214, Harper College making face shields for health care workersApr 01, 2020 1:00 am - Northwest Suburban High School District 214, Harper College and other community partners are working together to produce much-needed personal protective equipment for ho...