Gambling Influence Tangles Illinois Politics and Casinos
The piece tracks gambling money in Illinois politics, noting former legislator Wennlund backed riverboats, the Illinois Gaming Board's 1990 formation, and ongoing reform efforts. It cites campaign contributions from casino interests, compares state laws, and includes commentaries from activists and officials on ethics and influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State House
Wennlund
Illinois House
Gam
Lee Daniels
R-Elmhurst
Petes
Recetas
Deisakay
Vkate Baas
James “Pate
Philip
Ree Fis Grn
GOP
Ie Ictege
Brian Casing
Tate
Illinois Gaming Board
Camlink
Jana Wennlund
Hals
Empress
Joliet
Sar
The
Marianne Floriano
Public Information Offi
Sinois Gaming Board
New Jersey
Jack Morloom
Division of Gaming Enforcement
Mazloom
Missouri
Security measures tighten at area schools amid concerns
Across Park Forest, Matteson, Chicago Heights, Flossmoor and Homewood, districts restrict entry to school buildings with locked exterior doors and monitored main entrances. Visitors sign in, wear badges, and are directed through offices. Some campuses plan or install intercoms, cameras, and telephone access in classrooms. Police liaisons and off duty officers staff security. alarms ring on door openings and policies require parental sign out. Tragedies like Laurie Dann and Scotland spur heightened reviews.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Park Forest
Matteson
Chicago Heights
Flossmoor
Homewood
Toen Boaings
Laverne Leahy
Leahy
Huth Middle School
Bamesihe Foster
William McGee
McGee
Laurie Dann
Winnetka
Dana
James Hart Junior High
Ed Wahl
Wahl
Scotland
Dean Callopy
Board of Education
Fest Continues with Family Night at May Fest
A family eating area will be set up beside the food court and entertainment tent. Family night is May 16 with free admission. Clowns, face painting, contests and prizes promise fun for youngsters as four day celebration kicks off with Battle of the Bands. Fireworks at 9 p.m. and a ride-all-night $10 ticket are planned. The Kid's Parade starts May 18 with balloon launch and Petting Zoo all day. Country and Western night offers $1 discount for attendees in costume.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimberly Riddering
Russ Janota
Backwoods
Dave
Windy City
WBUS
Village Sees Revenue Boost From Census Count
Census Haldane explained state funds municipalities receive per person counted. Village estimates about $80 per resident, with increased annual revenues until the 2000 census. A new count likely in August or September may capture late move ins for a higher tally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haldane
Also Mentioned on This Page
Harold Bailey
Gaming ‘Commission
Misouri
Mike Bradley
Sy Nore
Eae Ieee Aoi
Hegel
Ron Asher
Nevada Gaming Control Board
Asher
Nevada
Malley
Tom Grey
National Coalition Against
O'Malley
Springfield
Larry Weinlund
Republican Party
Greg
Illinois Common Cause
Tracy Litsey
Continuea
Rage A-1
Forest Trail Junior High
Oman
Rona
Peat A
Pttaer Amen Mn
Ser Vn Pr
Anager
Lon San, En Prac
Emcee
Earnameren Putting Co
Noman
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Saarma
Ultra Therapy Center
Stonebmie
Hazel Crest
Demko Chiropractic Services
Penmcture
Matteson Avenue Florist
Shortstem
Lincoln Highway
Matteson, IL
Oathland
East End Avenue S
AL Weeekc
Geing
W. Lincoln Hwy
Cacy
Peotone Bank and Trust CO
West Corning
Peotone
Governors Highway
Monee
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!