Editorial: Rest of the Story on Illinois Lawmaker Pay
The piece argues lawmakers resist another pay hike ahead of elections while still gaining a 3 percent cost of living raise starting July 1. It notes the Compensation Review Board proposals, past raises, and structural changes that created automatic increases, urging voters to learn the full context before voting on incumbents.
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Springfield
House
Senate
Illinois Compensation Review Board
Kinois Compensation Review Board
Mandates relief urged to honor national heroes in schools
The article argues for waivers from state mandates to allow holiday observances for figures like Lincoln Washington King Pulaski and veterans, proposing more classroom time on these heroes. It cites districts seeking relief to avoid costs and lost instructional days while suggesting using holidays for educational programs.
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Sinds
Abraham Lincoln
Martin Luther King
George Washington
State Board of Education
Illinois General Assembly
Casimir Pulaski
Frankfort
Matteson
Thornton
Homer Township
Lockport
Pulaski
U.S
Illinois House Speaker pledges education reform and funding push
Illinois House Speaker Danies of Elmhurst says the House will not adjourn until meaningful education reform is achieved and funding rises beyond the governor's proposal. He calls for greater accountability and higher standards as negotiations continue.
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Illinois
Daniels
R-Elmhurst
Rodman mania and media culture of the era
A columnist vents about Dennis Rodman dominating local attention with his book media blitz and endorsements. He ridicules the cult of Rodman while noting his appeal to youth and the clash with traditional role models and public tastes. He questions the lasting impact of such celebrity behavior.
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Mokena
Peotone
Will County Burgs
Oak Lawn
Oak Forest
Umpteen
Dennis’ Rodman
Itan
Rodman
Playgirl
White House
Rodmans
Jay Leno
Hicksville
U.S.A
McDonald's
Madonna
Hills
Park Forest letter opposes Sears demolition seeks reuse
Neal Nuss argues residents should oppose tearing down the Sears building and replace it with a street. He urges exploring alternate uses, notes downtown concept, recalls Plaza era business, and cautions against losing existing assets. supports preserving and utilizing the center.
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Park Forest
Sears
Goldblatt
Neal Nuss
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Norman A. Rosinsk
James
Menpent
IN Saing ED
Sexton New
Lester G. Sons
Kel
Tom Houlihan
Dennis Rodman
Scalungail II
Kulgars
Bloom Gop
Bloomy Township
Cook County
Aldo DeAngelis
Flora Ciarlo
Luciano Panici
David Sterba
Star
Chicago
Doug Troiani
Bloom Township
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