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Past Due: Treasurer Candidate Tom Cross Says He Would Sue The Legislature To Force A Balanced BudgetTom Cross of Oswego has spent more than 20 years as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives. A former prosecutor, for over a decade he was the…
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The Democratic candidate for state treasurer is catching flak from Republicans, who are critical of his time as a local official. But Mike Frerichs'…
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A state senator and candidate for higher office on Thursday sought some attention for giving up a portion of his pay. This comes after Illinois lawmakers…
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Illinois lawmakers have long debated whether to combine the offices of comptroller and treasurer. Both candidates for treasurer are competing to one-up…
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An advocacy group supporting gay and lesbian causes in Illinois is bolstering the campaign funds of two Republican lawmakers. Equality Illinois' political…
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When state treasurer Dan Rutherford announced a run for governor, the Republican left his seat wide open. Two GOP candidates are vying for that party’s…
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Former House minority leader Tom Cross is among three House Republicans who voted in favor of legislation allowing same-sex marriage in Illinois. The…
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The newest leader in state government says he doubts pension reform will become reality during the upcoming fall veto session. Republican House Minority…
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State Rep. Jim Durkin is officially beginning his tenure as Republican leader in the Illinois House. The Western Springs lawmaker was elected to the post…
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A suburban Chicago Republican running for Illinois treasurer says he has the best qualifications for the job as an accountant and county auditor. Bob…