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Schock Delivers Final Address To Congress
Schock voted for the last time Thursday. In his farewell address, the Peoria Republican said he will work "tirelessly'' to make amends to those he has let down.
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Lineup Announced For 17th Annual Ebertfest In Champaign
The 2015 schedule for the annual Ebertfest film festival in Champaign will include a tribute to the late actor and filmmaker Harold Ramis and an appearance from film and TV actor Jason Segel.
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Lawmaker Hopes To Give Parents Right To Help Kids Skip PARCC Test
A measure pending in the Illinois legislature would give parents the right to have their children skip standardized tests.
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Vermilion County Judge Sends Marijuana Permit Challenge Back For Changes
Shiloh Agronomics claims Shelby County Community Services should not be entitled to a marijuana cultivation permit due to its federal tax-exempt status.
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Kraft/Heinz Merger Could Have Impact On Illinois
Wednesday morning's announcement of the pending merger between food giants Kraft and Heinz could have a future impact on Illinois.
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HJ Heinz Company And Kraft Foods Group Announce Merger
H.J. Heinz Co. is buying Kraft Foods Group Inc., creating what the companies say will be the third-largest food and beverage company in North America.
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The Parkland Lady Cobras’ Breakthrough 35-2 Season: Taking It One Win At A Time
Parkland Women's Basketball Head Coach Mike Lindemann and sophomore forward Nadine Vaughn say they weren't even aware their team tied for the 2nd longest win streak in NJCAA Division 2 history.
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UPDATE: Plan To Fill FY 2015 State Budget Holes Passes House
The House has passed Speaker Michael Madigan's plan to cut the current budget 2.25% across the board, while allowing the governor to transfer $1.3 billion from funds earmarked for other purposes.
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Rauner Loses First Fight In Union Dues Court Battle
A federal judge says a lawsuit labor unions filed over Gov. Bruce Rauner's order ending mandatory dues for nonmembers should be heard in state court.
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Sen. Brady Has Plan To Privatize State Universities
The Blooomington Republican wants to privatize Illinois' public schools over a six-year period, saying they need less regulation and more freedom to make decisions. It's a plan immediately criticized by the state's College Democrats.
