State Sen. Darin LaHood wins special election for 18th Congressional District seat
LaHood, a Republican from Peoria, says an immediate next step is hiring local staff:
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U.S. Secretary of Ag: Illinois Plays Key Role In Global Food Security
The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture says Illinois has a big role to play in the fight for global food security
U of I To Begin Background Checks On All New Hires
The University of Illinois will perform background checks on every new hire, beginning in October. The school's board of trustees voted to approve the policy Thursday at its meeting in Urbana
Rauner Rejects Additional Conditions for Med Marijuana, Panel Chair Criticizes
Gov. Bruce Rauner vetoed a Senate bill he said would 'prematurely expand the Medical Cannabis Pilot Program' by adding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder to qualifying conditions. Illinois' Public Health Director rejected 10 more. The rulings frustrate a physician that recommended them.
Knorr: Budget Stalemate Holds Up U of I Plans For Months
The U of I's chief financial officer told Trustees Thursday that the budget standoff in Springfield will mean the board can't vote on a budget at its November meeting either, saying a 60 day window is needed.