Editorial calls reform in ethics for state contracts
The piece argues for tougher ethics rules and disclosure to curb revolving door moves, conflicts of interest, and sweetheart deals. It backs Gov. Jim Edgar and lawmakers including Topinka Rauschenberger and Karpiel in backing a Common Cause package with bans on state-employee moves, bid disclosures, rotating contracts, and publication of contract details. It condemns further study delays and urges immediate enactment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Senate Executive Committee
Senate
Jim Edgar
Common Cause
Judy Barr Topinka
Steve Rauschenberger
Doris Karpiel
Illinois bill eyes cross state gang data sharing
Illinois lawmakers push a measure to allow interstate agreements to merge gang databases with neighboring states. If signed and approved by Congress, the plan would enable rapid sharing of gang movement and member activity across borders to aid law enforcement and connect with existing Cook County and metro area efforts.
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Indiana
Illinois General Assembly
Jerry Weller
R-Morris
Congress
Edward Petka
R-Plainfield
Will County
Illinois
Illinois State Police
Cook County
Quotes from Edgar and Mahar on Peotone airport and Springfield gridlock
Gov Jim Edgar defends building a Peotone airport saying residents would face longer drives to O’Hare otherwise. State Sen William Mahar notes voters prefer fewer bills downgrading Springfield activity amid legislative deadlock.
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O’hare
Peotone
Jim Edgar
South Holland Businessmen’s Association
Springfield
William Mahar
Rorland Park
General Assembly
Letters From Readers Highlight Civic Concerns Across Communities
A collection of letters discusses broad social issues in Chicago area suburbs. Topics include enforcement of laws, respect and manners, driving safety with seat belts, and community improvements in Rich Township. Citizens name President Clinton, local officials, and public services while urging better discipline, safety, and services for seniors and the homeless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rich Township Board of Trustees
Rich Township
Community Nutrition Network
CNN
Park Forest
PADS
Ted Cocot
Tricia
Roy Dillard
ESDA
Camp Bananas
Teen
Kevin Conlon
Crossing guard saves girl from speeding Cavalier in Steger
A letter recounts a near tragedy at the 34th and Hopkins intersection in Steger on May 4 at 7 50 am. A blue Cavalier with two youths sped through stopped traffic nearly striking a first grade girl while a crossing guard grabbed her to prevent a fatal crash. The writer thanks the Eastview School crossing guard Tina Rodrigue.
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34Th
Hopkins
Steger
34Th Street
Eastview
Tina M. Rodrigue Steger
United States urged to act over Rwanda crisis
The document claims US is slow to help Rwanda amid deadly violence. It alleges babies six months and older are harmed by animals with 200000 fatalities in four weeks, urging action by the American people.
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United States
Iraq
Iran
Saudi Arabia
Rwanda
Chicago Heights Voting Rights Win Insists on Fair Map
Thelma Russell Harden reports that on May 18 Judge Hubert Will ruled in the Ron Harper et al. v city of Chicago Heights case, affirming that voting rights dilution was addressed and a fair map must prevail. Plaintiffs consternate over potential appeals and the impact on Beacon Hill and East Side, with residents viewing the outcome as a start toward progress.
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Hubert Will
Ron Harper
City of Chicago Heights
Charles Panici
Will
Chicago Heights
Kevin Perkins
Robert McCoy
Harper
Anthony) Sacariano
Thelma Russell
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Lester G. Sons
Acin. Interests
America
Lillian Edwards
Clinton
Mary Ann Lopez Country Club Hills
Nathaniel Whitt
Hazel Crest
Kehoe
CPA
Vicki Sline
Vicki
Wendy White
Bloomington
General Assistance
Ruanda
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