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Pritzker says he'll be 'listening and watching' Chicago mayoral race
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said he isn't endorsing anyone in the April 4 general election for mayor of Chicago, at least not yet.
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Pritzker says state 'saved a lot of lives' with COVID policies
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker defended his initial handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, saying that vaccines have worked despite doubts by Dr. Anthony Faucci on their effectiveness.
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Bennett: Veterans bill 'designed to make sure that they receive the benefits that are rightfully owed to them'
Sen. Tom Bennett is pushing legislation to help the families of veterans with their property taxes.
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Oberman: 'It’s no secret, and we are well aware of the very real and legitimate public concern over rail safety'
The Surface Transportation Board approves the massive railway merger affecting much of the Midwest.
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City of Naperville: 'Living in Naperville offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes'
Naperville, IL has been declared the "No. 1 Best City to Raise a Family in America" by Niche on Mar. 21.
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Sohmer condemns donation from Gov. Pritzker into School District 200 board of education race 'a new low in Illinois politics'
David Sohmer , Wheaton Warrenville Unit School District 200 school board candidate of State of Illinois , State of Illinois said David Sohmer is blasting the infusion of new cash in local school board races as a new low for democrats. on Mar 27th.
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Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 board candidate on Pritzker involvement in contests: 'This election is supposed to be local'
With school board races across the state generating widespread attention, Gov. J.B.
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Cabello: 'By lowering the drinking age, we are acknowledging their maturity and ability to make responsible decisions'
Rep. John Cabello (R-Freeport) is sponsoring legislation that would lower the legal age for possessing, consuming, and manufacturing alcohol from 21 to 18 years old.
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Bennett: 'This is about supporting our veterans who keep us safe through their service'
Tom Bennett , State Senator of Illinois Senate , Illinois Senate said GOP state Sen. Tom Bennett has is celebrating the passage of legislation he proposed that's designed to help families of veterans with their property taxes on Mar 29th.
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Bennett: Bill makes 'it easier for retired teachers to step back in to classrooms'
State Sen. Tom Bennett (R-Gibson City) is pushing legislation that would ease the state's teacher shortage by making it easier for retired teachers to go back to work.
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Councilwoman of Naperville City Council: 'I do support the project'
Jennifer Bruzan Taylor , Councilwoman of Naperville City Council , Naperville City Council said The Naperville City Council has approved a $13.4 million sales tax incentive for the Heritage Square Shopping Center redevelopment project. on Apr 3rd.
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Bishop on return to Maercker School District 60 board: 'One of the big things I plan to keep an eye on is bringing our kids back up to speed'
Former longtime Maercker School District 60 Board of Education member Lisa Bishop has earned another term on the board after finishing tied for first with 25.47% of the vote in the April 4 election.
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Ives on mayor-elect Johnson: 'Hey Suburban Teachers - your union dues went to support this deadbeat'
Jeanne Ives, an Illinois political activist and former Republican candidate for governor, is speaking out amid news that Chicago mayor-elect Brandon Johnson has a sizeable, unpaid water bill owed to the city.
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Pritzker: Storms 'have upended communities and resulted in heartbreaking injury and loss of life'
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has issued a disaster proclamation to allow immediate assistance and public safety support for Boone, Crawford, DuPage, Marion and Sangamon counties after those areas were hit by recent tornadoes and storms.
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Bennett: 'This program is a chance for me to connect with young people from the area who are interested in public policy'
Illinois State Sen. Tom Bennett (R-Gibson City) recently met with students from his 53rd District to weigh bills as part of his Youth Advisory Council Program.