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Gay marriage bill faces more opposition in Illinois House than Senate
People against same-sex marriage in Illinois should be more in evidence when the issue comes up in the House than they were when it passed the Senate Thursday. Read More -
Halvorson optimistic about winning Jesse Jackson, Jr.'s vacant seat in Congress
Former U.S. Rep. Debbie Halvorson believes her chances of winning Jesse Jackson Jr.'s vacant U.S. House seat have just been given a boost. Read More -
Illinois job outlook positive for medical, manufacturing
Illinois' growing medical industry and its old-standby, manufacturing, may be the best places to look for a job this year. But experts say some of the positions will require higher levels of educ Read More -
Home fire safety urged during late winter months
The Illinois State fire marshal is urging residents to take steps this winter to avoid fires caused by cooking and heating. Read More -
Illinois State Crime Commissions promoting boxing for troubled kids
The Illinois State Crime Commission is promoting boxing as a way to keep troubled kids out of trouble. Read More -
Jesse Jackson, Jr. charged; Wife signs plea deal over tax fraud
An attorney for former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.'s wife says the couple has supported each other through the legal ordeal that led to federal charges. Read More -
Lawmakers want to protect students' privacy on Facebook
A state lawmaker’s drive to protect the privacy of Facebook users continues. Read More -
Northern Illinois University marks 5 years since fatal shooting
Gov. Pat Quinn says the days since the deadly shootings at Northern Illinois University have been filled with "hope, strength and compassion." Read More -
Illinois Senate votes to legalize gay marriage
The Illinois Senate has voted to legalize gay marriage, advancing a proposal that would make the state the 10th in the nation allowing same-sex couples to wed. Read More
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