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27 unions are suing Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner over his executive order ending a requirement that state workers pay union dues. Rauner's spokesman says unions are clinging to what he calls the "broken status quo.''
If approved, the Park District Board and Unit 4 School Board expect to move forward on a 'land swap' proposal.
Representative Jack Franks(D) from Marengo proposes to do away with the half-priced tuition for those whose parents work at the school. Franks says it would save 10 million dollars and is necessary for Illinois' financial situation.
On Saturday, TED Radio Hour, begins its third season. Illinois Public Media Producer Amanda Honigfort spoke with TED Radio Hour Host Guy Raz about the future of the show and how it comes together.
Ken Paulson speaks about issues ranging from the importance of the First Amendment and its future, to the Steven Salaita case, to the future of journalism in the digital age.
