Geologist Rob Finley Talks About FutureGen
Finley, with the Illinois State Geological Survey at the University of Illinois, says FutureGen, which recently lost its federal funding, would have been an important demonstration of clean-coal technology.
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Rauner Orders State To Stop Collecting Fair Share Union Fees
Gov. Bruce Rauner stepped up his campaign against government employee unions by eliminating so-called "fair share'' dues paid by workers who don't join a union. The Republican said Monday he has signed an executive order erasing what he says is a "critical cog in the corrupt bargain crushing taxpayers.''
Illinois To Play Northwestern 3 Times At Soldier Field
The games will be played in late November, along with matchups at the same time in 2017 and 2019.
Governor Rauner Wants Special Budgeting Powers To Fix Budget Holes
Rauner wants to borrow money from special funds within state government -- revenues funded by specific fees.
Republican Governor Bruce Rauner Signs On Top Aide For 30 Thousand Dollars A Month
Funding for everything from state-subsidized daycare to court reporters' salaries is running out in Illinois.