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Springfield City Clerk appointment spurs lawsuit, the close of the Madigan case | First Listen

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  • A lawsuit has been filed seeking to overturn Chuck Redpath's appointment to City Clerk
  • Closing arguments underway in former House Speaker Michael Madigan's corruption trial
  • A new analysis of Illinois' finances shows a fix to the Tier 2 pension benefits will be very expensive
  • Planned Parenthood Illinois plans to close four health centers
  • A statewide group for LQTBQ plus rights is advising people to stay vigilant following an executive order from President Trump

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