Wood selects OConnor as running mate in Illinois governor race
Lt. Gov. Corinne Wood named state Rep. William OConnor as her running mate in the GOP governor bid. He contrasts with Jim Ryan Hawkinson on inclusion and abortion stance. OConnor defends not endorsing Ryan and says his name appeared on Ryan site without permission. OConnor, 52, has served in the Illinois House since 1998.
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Topinka to Seek Re-Election as Illinois Treasurer
Illinois Treasurer Judy Topinka announced she will run again for treasurer rather than seeking other offices amid GOP leadership push to realign candidates. She highlighted Bright Start college savings gains, $2 billion in state investments over seven years, and $82 million in unclaimed cash returned to residents. Topinka, 57, formerly a reporter and PR specialist, began as a Riverside representative in 1980.
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Jackson and Fitzgerald join against O'Hare expansion
U S Rep Jesse Jackson Jr helped mobilize opposition to an O Hare expansion bill as Sen Peter Fitzgerald voiced support for a Peotone airport in Chicago's south suburbs. Durbin pressed ahead with the plan, warning of ongoing aviation gridlock and potential land loss.
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