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Audit Dings Rauner Administration For Lost Property, Vacant Appointments
Governor Bruce Rauner’s office has been criticized by a state audit.
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Illinois’ Senior Senator Says State Is Falling Short In Combating The Opioid Epidemic
Illinois U.S. Senator Dick Durbin says he’s not seeing enough statewide progress in addressing the opioid addiction crisis.
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U Of I Community Credit Union Merges With Credit Union Serving Carle Employees
Members of the credit union serving Carle employees have voted to merge with the University of Illinois Community Credit Union, effective May 1st.
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Republican State Lawmaker Offers Gun Control Measures
An Illinois lawmaker wants to give police officers more power to take away guns from someone who poses a threat.
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Rauner’s Uphill Climb To A Second Term
Commentary: Insights from the 2018 primary election.
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Rate And Cost of Alzheimer’s Disease Expected To Grow
Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in Illinois. But the number of cases is likely to jump even more in the next few years.
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Urbana Park Board Seeks Applicants To Fill Vacancy
The job pays nothing, it probably won’t make you famous, and only registered voters living in Urbana need apply. But if you’re OK with all that, you might want to consider applying for a vacant seat on the Urbana Park Board.
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Illinois Issues: Is Illinois Ready For A Retail Shift?
As big box stores continue to close, some worry Illinois isn't ready for the changing economy.
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What Happens On The Edges Of Cities When Farmland Gives Way To Development
Big cities in the Midwest are gaining ground on the rural communities that, for many decades, have thrived on the edges of urban development.
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Security Experts Suggest Blockchain Technology To Protect Illinois Elections, Data
After Illinois was targeted by Russian hackers prior to the 2016 elections and voter information leaked, securing future data has become a priority. The state may now look to emerging technology for one possible solution.