Illinois blocks federal overtime rule changes
Illinois becomes the first state to block proposed federal reforms to overtime pay by enacting a law that preserves current rules until final federal versions are released. The measure keeps the higher wage threshold and prevents reclassification that critics warn would reduce overtime eligibility for many workers.
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Blagojevich Drops Vina as Fire Marshal Nominee in Illinois
Governor Rod Blagojevich withdraws Peter Vina, a Latino nominee for state fire marshal, after months of delay and opposition. J.T. Somer named as new nominee while Grillo becomes secretary in a department merger, with officials citing diversity goals and cabinet distinctions.
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Obama urges supporters to let Ryan divorce issue rest
In Chicago Obama urged supporters to avoid using Jack Ryan's sealed divorce papers in the campaign. He said voters should focus on jobs health care education and safety rather than the divorce records and noted he would not vote on laws regarding them.
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