Champaign Senator Bennett Starts Petition To Block U of I Cuts
The freshman lawmaker is sending around a petition to block $209 million in budget cuts to the U of I.
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Rauner Nominates Alumni To U of I Board
Gov. Rauner is nominating Alumni Assiciation Board members Jill Smart and Ramon Cepeda to serve as University of Illinois Trustees.
First Bill To Land On Rauner’s Desk Presents Potential Political, Legal Issues
Illinois' new governor has his first opportunity to determine the fate of legislation. Gov. Bruce Rauner's decision could affect how much you're paying for electricity
AP: Congressman Schock Billed Private Planes, Concerts
The Peoria Congressman's use of congressional and political funds to pay for trips on a supporters' plane raises new questions amid an ethics inquiry already underway.
Despite Short Term Dips, Gasoline Prices On The Rise: Analyst
GasBuddy.com, a gasoline price website, forecasts gasoline prices to continue rising in Illinois, due to seasonal maintenance and fuel blend switches at midwest oil refineries