Illinois State Politics
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Farnham's replacement to be selected SaturdayMar 28, 2014 1:01 am - Democratic Party leaders will meet Saturday to select a new state representative for the 43rd District, who will take the oath of office Sunday, officials said Friday af...
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Elgin councilwoman among 8 candidates for Farnham's seatMar 27, 2014 1:01 am - Elgin Councilwoman Anna Moeller is among eight candidates interested in the seat left vacant by Keith Farnham's resignation as state representative, officials said Thurs...
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Heroin task force meets:Mar 21, 2014 1:01 am - A public hearing of the Youth Heroin Use Task Force will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, Pavilion B, 1475 E. Belvidere Road...
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Breen, Sanguinetti likely hanging on to municipal seats — for nowMar 20, 2014 5:30 am - Despite moving forward in state races Tuesday, it appears unlikely two DuPage County politicians will abandon their municipal seats anytime soon. Peter Breen, a member o...
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Farnham had perfect 2014 attendance until WednesdayMar 20, 2014 1:01 am - But legislator cited 'health issues' as reason for resignation
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Bill would waive hunting, fishing fees for seniorsMar 20, 2014 1:01 am - SPRINGFIELD - Legislation would waive hunting and fishing license fees for Illinois senior citizens. The Springfield bureau of Lee Enterprises newspapers reported the pr...
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Unions face big decision — how hard to back QuinnMar 20, 2014 1:00 am - Looking to November, Illinois public union leaders whose candidate narrowly lost on primary night won't have to pick between Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn and Republican bus...
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Matune won't challenge vote in 'tough' 81st House raceMar 20, 2014 1:00 am - Both Republican candidates for the 81st state House seat in the Downers Grove and Naperville area say the race they waged for their party's nomination was “tough.” But ...
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GOP candidates prevail despite gay marriage voteMar 19, 2014 1:00 am - Suburban Republican lawmakers who voted in support of same-sex marriage were not penalized by conservative voters in their primary elections Tuesday. State Reps. Tom Cro...
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Ives named Republican nominee in 42nd House raceMar 18, 2014 1:01 am - Incumbent Jeanne Ives on Tuesday laid claim to the Republican nomination in the race for the 42nd state House district. With all precincts reporting, unofficial counts ...