Thompson hotel plan faces Teamster links in Illinois race
Gov. James Thompson's plan to buy the Sherman House hotel site for 15 million dollars and build a state office complex prompts accusations from challenger Michael Bakalis that the proposal shows a deal with Teamsters Local 710. Thompson denies improper ties and says proceed.
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Thompson tax plan debates gas tax hike and ceiling
Springfield AP report says Gov James Thompson discusses both a possible gasoline tax increase and a tax ceiling. He states no contradiction, insisting he will not harm Illinois economy to fund roads and bridges. Thompson spoke on WMAQ radio Monday.
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Transportation head ends plan for Metro-East regional airport
AP report notes Transportation Secretary Brock Adams calls the rejection final and says he will not review funding or property purchase for a proposed airport in the Columbia Waterloo area southeast of St. Louis Illinois. The decision follows former Secretary Coleman approving land banking for the project.
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