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Illinois government has been deadlocked on a state budget for 23 months. During that time, the once-perfunctory job of comptroller has gained in power and…
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The state budget impasse has left Illinois months behind in payment to downstate mass transit agencies. That’s led to cuts in service from Kankakee to…
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Talks between Illinois' leaders have come to a halt, even as an end-of-year budget deadline approaches. Former Governor Jim Edgar says that's a mistake --…
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Anxious legislators will once again see a deposit from the state of Illinois in their bank accounts. They’re getting paid Tuesday for the first time since…
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Comptroller Leslie Munger says Illinois is spending itself into what could be a $10 billion dollar pile of unpaid bills by the end of the year. On top of…
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Illinois legislators should expect a delay in their paychecks.Comptroller Leslie Munger announced Sunday that elected officials' pay will wait in line,…
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The state will soon enter its 10th month without a budget, but spending continues and bills keep piling up. Past Due host Jamey Dunn sat down with Rachel…
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Gov. Bruce Rauner’s plan for next fiscal year seeks to fix the foundation while the house is on fire. Analysis — Cast votes for tax increases, deep cuts…
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Many Illinois residents likely are going about their days, without feeling any direct impact of the state's budget impasse. Some may not even realize…
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Musical acts for the state fair were paid up front while the artist who sculpted the fair’s iconic butter cow is still waiting for her check. Meanwhile,…