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Gov.-elect J.B. Pritzker, left, and Gov. Bruce Rauner. — Brian Mackey/NPR Illinois

December 31, 2018

Voices In The News 2018

As we get ready to welcome 2019, we thought we’d take a few minutes to listen back to the past year in Illinois government and politics.

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Football players practicing. — kyle tsui / Attribution 2.0 Generic (CC BY 2.0)

October 18, 2018

Sports Betting In Illinois Faces Uncertain Future

Illinois lawmakers are trying to gauge whether legalizing sports betting could help the state earn some much-needed revenue. Experts say the plan has long-term benefits, but only if it’s done right.

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State Representative Lou Lang (D-Skokie). — Rachel Otwell/NPR Illinois

September 06, 2018

Ex-Illinois House Leader Lang Cleared Of Sexual Harassment, While Accuser Blasts Investigation

The inspector general for the Illinois General Assembly said there isn't enough proof that a former House leader, Rep. Lou Lang, sexually harassed or intimidated a legislative activist.

State Rep. Lou Lang and Majority Leader Rep. Barbara Flynn Currie watch the roll call verification as the Illinois House passes the ERA. — Brian Mackey/NPR Illinois

May 31, 2018

After 46 Years, Illinois Ratifies ERA

The proposed Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution passed Congress in the 1970s. On Wednesday, Illinois made news by ratifying it — 46 years later.

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House sponsor of ERA ratification, Rep. Lou Lang in his office at the capitol. — Rachel Otwell/NPR Illinois

May 30, 2018

Abortion Argument Hurdle To Equal Rights Amendment Ratification

A resolution that would have Illinois ratify the Equal Rights Amendment has yet to be called for a deciding House vote. The House sponsor, Democratic State Rep. from Skokie, Lou Lang, says he's close to reaching the 3/5ths vote needed, but there are still "attendance issues."

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