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Congressman Rodney Davis’ Field Director Arrested for Aggravated Battery
The Field Director for U.S. Congressman Rodney Davis was arrested last night for aggravated battery at a campaign event for Davis' opponent.
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Republicans Tout Unity After Divisive Primary, Challenging General Election Ahead
Republicans held their annual rally at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield Wednesday with a message of party unity. Bruce Rauner still holds the top office in state government. But as he pushes for re-election, he’s trying to appease conservatives who feel betrayed and whose support he needs to win a second term.
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High Court Ruling May Affect ‘Crisis Pregnancy Centers’ In Illinois
A recent Supreme Court decision limiting regulations for anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers in California could affect patients in Illinois.
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Rauner Offers Rare Public Display Of Affection For Trump
In an effort to deliver a message of unity in the Republican party, both statewide and nationally, Gov. Bruce Rauner offered a rare show of support for the Commander in Chief at Wednesday's GOP rally in Springfield.
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Vermilion County State’s Attorney Employee Under Investigation
Illinois State Police and the FBI are investigating an employee in the Vermilion County State’s Attorney’s office.
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Group Calls On Candidates To Stop Accepting Donations From Opioid Manufacturers, Distributors
A group is criticizing Republican Congressman Rodney Davis for taking $33,000 this election cycle from companies that make or distribute prescription opioids. The group says he has taken about $95,000 from such companies over his entire career.
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SIU Trustees Begin Plans for Presidential Search
It'll be several months before SIU Trustees settle on a new President for the system.
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Rape Victims To Receive Timely, Specialized Care Under New Illinois Law
A new Illinois law will require hospitals to ensure that sexual assault victims receive timely treatment from someone trained to examine them.
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Governor Signs Bill Offering Extended Public Assistance To Carle Trainees
Governor Bruce Rauner has signed legislation providing extended public assistance for entry-level job trainees at Carle.
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Illinois Issues: Birth Control Without The Doctor
Advocates say increasing access to hormonal contraceptives could help reduce unplanned pregnancies. One legislative proposal considered earlier this year aims to do just that by allowing patients to skip a physician's visit and head straight to a pharmacist. But it is having trouble catching on in Illinois.