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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 2001
Page
3
Two veteran Illinois politicians face consequences after two notable missteps in the last ten days. Each case drew headlines and political reaction as the figures confront fallout from the incidents.
Gov George H Ryan and Mayor Richard M Daley reached a broad plan to expand O'Hare International Airport. Key points include a south edge runway and no cap on flights, drawing praise for connections and criticism over noise, homes, and rail options. A 1998 letter shows Ryan opposing new runways and flights to protect residents' health and welfare.
Lt. Gov Corinne Wood backs Riverside state Rep William OConnor for lieutenant governor. OConnor had denied endorsing Jim Ryan but letters surfaced showing support. He praised Wood after selection, calling hot chocolate moment a sign of understanding public officials face in elections.
Canadian researchers report 16 cases where MRSA infections in horses, cats and dogs were linked to owners or veterinarians. The bacteria matched those in people, with transmission occurring via close contact. Study presented at an American Society for Microbiology meeting in Chicago.
Joliet Correctional Center, a storied fortress built before the Civil War, prepares to close as Stateville's intake duties move across the river. The aging facility, once among the nation’s largest, now houses about 200 inmates and faces a $4 million annual budget cut. Preservationists mourn its decline, while officials note reforms and new opportunities for the community.
Police say an autopsy found James Fredrickson died of starvation in Streamwood. Investigators describe severe malnourishment. mother was performing CPR when responders found him. Sister placed in protective custody. DCFS opens inquiry. neighbors report horrific conditions.
East St. Louis, AP. A state oversight panel warned the city must craft an acceptable 2002 budget by January 1 or risk losing millions in state funding. The Financial Advisory Authority froze most expenditures, citing expected expenses exceeding revenues by about $900,000 and urging higher overtime estimates for fire and police.
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