Illinois
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Follow-up measure clarifies marijuana wouldn't be allowed in bars, restaurantsNov 14, 2019 12:00 am - SPRINGFIELD — A cleanup bill written to ensure a smooth rollout of the legalization of adult-use marijuana in January passed both chambers of the General Assembly on Thu...
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Lawmakers adjourn with no Chicago casino actionNov 14, 2019 12:00 am - SPRINGFIELD - Illinois lawmakers adjourned the fall veto session Thursday without voting on a bill to clear the way for development of a Chicago casino, despite last-min...
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House OKs greater lobbyist disclosure over GOP complaints that it's not enoughNov 14, 2019 12:00 am - SPRINGFIELD - The House approved requiring more public disclosure about lobbyists Thursday in response to a federal bribery charge against a since-disgraced representati...
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Governor says he'll sign insulin price cap approved by legislatureNov 14, 2019 12:00 am - SPRINGFIELD - A cap on prescription insulin costs for some health insurance plans is headed to Gov. J.B. Pritzker, who said Thursday he looks forward to signing the meas...
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State Senate President Cullerton says he'll step down in JanuaryNov 14, 2019 12:00 am - Illinois State Senate President John Cullerton will retire in January, his office confirmed today, according to ABC 7 Chicago. The Chicago Sun-Times reports Cullerton on...
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High retirement numbers have Springfield police recruiting
Nov 13, 2019 6:00 am - SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) - The Springfield, Illinois police department is seeking experienced officers to counter a growing number of retirements. Police Chief Kenny Winsl...
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House OKs consolidation of 650 local pension programs
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Pension consolidation bill clears Illinois House, sent to SenateNov 13, 2019 12:00 am - SPRINGFIELD - A bill to consolidate 649 suburban and downstate police and firefighter pension funds into just two cleared the Illinois House on Wednesday after negotiato...
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Could Illinois go to permanent daylight-saving time? Some lawmakers are trying to make it happen.Nov 13, 2019 12:00 am - SPRINGFIELD - A bill that would put Illinois permanently in Central Daylight Time passed the Senate with broad support Tuesday, but its sponsor said the bill couldn't ta...
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Aurora and its first responders honored during Reflejos 'Reflecting Excellence' eventNov 13, 2019 12:00 am - Aurora was recognized for its commitment to community and its first responders were honored for their diligence and courage Wednesday during Reflejos' 8th annual Reflect...