Illinois House approves hikes in workmen's and unemployment benefits
The Illinois House sent to Gov. Walker bills lifting unemployment and workmen's compensation ceilings. Unemployment payouts would cap at 50 percent of pay or $92 weekly, with higher for married workers. Workmen's comp would rise to two thirds of wages, up to 205 dollars, and remove the 64 week limit for serious injuries.
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Death in segregation cell probes at Menard Prison
Officials from Menard State Penitentiary and the Illinois Department of Corrections are investigating the Sunday death of inmate Willie Graham, 25, of Chicago, who had asthma and was treated four times in his cell. An autopsy was performed and the warden awaits results. Graham, at Menard since early this year, was serving concurrent 10 to 20 year terms for armed robbery attempted armed robbery and burglary.
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