Articles filed under Illinois
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An anniversary toast for smoke-free stateJan 01, 2009 10:00 pm - The American Cancer Society believes it's both appropriate and timely to pause at this time of the year and reflect on one of the best things to happen in Illinois in 20...
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2 senators better than one? Yes, experts sayDec 31, 2008 10:00 pm - Illinois' been a one-senator state since President-elect Obama resigned in November. Newly elected senators get sworn in on Tuesday in Washington, and if Gov. Rod Blago...
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Get a DUI, take a deep breathDec 31, 2008 10:00 pm - Getting a DUI this year is really going to blow. Literally. If you get a DUI in 2009 and your license is statutorily suspended, even if you're a first-time offender, you...
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Changing the rules: New state laws go into effect todayDec 31, 2008 10:00 pm - SPRINGFIELD - Parents of chronic vandals could be liable for up to $30,000 in damages, grade schools must begin teaching Internet safety, high schools and colleges must ...
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Burris sues to certify Senate appointment, will go to D.C.Dec 31, 2008 10:00 pm - One day after Gov. Rod Blagojevich announced his appointment as U.S. senator, Roland Burris was rebuffed by Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White and Burris took the m...
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New state ethics law targets 'pay to play'Dec 31, 2008 10:00 pm - SPRINGFIELD - Against the political backdrop of one governor sitting in prison and another facing federal charges, Illinois will make it illegal for contractors to give ...
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Dems explain why they let governor make appointmentDec 31, 2008 10:00 pm - Illinois Democrats stand by their decision against holding a special election to choose the state's next senator, maintaining that even if anyone anticipated Gov. Rod Bl...
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Nursing homes need volunteersDec 31, 2008 10:00 pm - During this season of New Year's resolutions, I would like to suggest an important one to your readers: volunteering at a local nursing home. Through volunteering, you c...
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What happens now for Senate pick?Dec 30, 2008 10:00 pm - Now what? With two political forces already lining up to say they won't cooperate with Roland Burris' appointment as U.S. Senator, what happens next has the potential to...
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Roland Burris' back in spotlightDec 30, 2008 10:00 pm - Roland Burris has more political lives than the Kennedys. Just when you think you've heard the last from him, he's back seeking public office. Burris, 71, has 20 years o...