STATE NEWS
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Unions propose paying more to fix pension crisis
Union members say they’ll up their contributions to public pension funds, if the state will quit opting out of its contribution and raise $2 billion in new revenue. Read More -
FBI asks for public help finding escaped convicts
The FBI is asking the public to be on the lookout for two convicted bank robbers who escaped from a federal lockup in Chicago. Read More -
Illinois AG Madigan weighing options on concealed carry appeal
Will the state appeal the court ruling requiring Illinois to enact a concealed carry law? Read More -
13 fraternity members surrender after pledge death
Thirteen of the 22 fraternity members facing hazing-related charges after the death of a Northern Illinois University student have turned themselves in. Read More -
Body of fetus found outside suburban Chicago mall
Authorities in west-suburban Chicago say the body of a fetus was found in a trash bin outside a shopping mall. Read More -
Decision clears way for Ill. high-speed rail line
The Federal Railroad Administration has taken action that will allow the full build-out of a high-speed rail corridor between Chicago and St. Louis. Read More -
Decatur ends water restrictions
The city of Decatur has called off the last remaining water restrictions imposed on local residents and businesses months ago due to drought. Read More -
Two inmates escape from federal jail in Chicago
Authorities are searching for two inmates who escaped from the Metropolitan Correctional Center in downtown Chicago. Read More -
Arrest warrants issued for NIU fraternity members
DeKalb police and prosecutors have filed hazing-related charges against nearly two dozen members of a Northern Illinois University fraternity. Read More
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