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State Week: Special Session — Real Movement Or Just Marketing?

Sean Crawford

Gov. Bruce Rauner has called 10 special sessions on the budget for the final days of the month. For the first time, he's publicly endorsed a specific set…
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Appellate Court Hears Arguments Over Whether State Employees Can Be Paid During Budget Impasse

Brian Mackey

MOUNT VERNON — A case with the potential to upend Illinois' budget impasse was argued Tuesday before the Fifth District Appellate Court.Attorney General…
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Illinois Budget Fight Goes Back To Court(s)

Brian Mackey

Two court hearings this week could shape the future of Illinois’ budget impasse.The cases involve two groups: one who has been getting paid; and another…