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Rally spoiled by budget veto
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State Democratic lawmakers say they’ll fight Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner’s proposed cuts and remain hopeful a new spending plan will be approved this week.
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West Side 8th graders learn about importance of civic engagement
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Students from Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School and Milton R. Brunson Math and Science School traveled to Springfield to participate in the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus’ event.
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Rep. Ford supporters flood courtroom
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A group of more than 40 joined the state representative Downtown on Tuesday when he pleaded not guilty to 17 counts of bank fraud and other related charges.
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Experts: Ford will still be able to serve West Side
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Political scientists and a fellow state lawmaker say the representative will be able to continue his work in the Illinois House despite his indictment.
Community
First vote passed to give CPS more time to announce school changes
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Despite protests by Chicagoans who travelled to Springfield to make their voices heard, the measure was approved by the Illinois House Executive Committee. The House and Senate will still have to vote before it can be signed into law by Gov. Pat Quinn.
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Criminal record sealing law hearing to be held Thursday
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Residents are encouraged to contact state representatives in support of the bill before March 8.
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Rep. La Shawn Ford asks community to help change criminal record sealing law
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At a town hall meeting Feb. 25, he and activists urged residents to spread the word about a bill that could help ex-offenders get jobs, housing and grants for college.
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Rep. Camille Lilly goes red for heart health; announces free cooking class
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The Feb. 24 event at Loretto Hospital will feature heart healthy recipes for women.
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State lawmakers expect busy spring
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AustinTalks talked with Sens. Don Harmon and Kimberly Lightford, and Reps. Camille Lilly and La Shawn Ford about what they think will happen this month as the Illinois General Assembly returns to Springfield for the veto session.