Democratic leader claims job with Blagojevich
John Gianulis, longtime head of the Illinois Democratic County Chairmen's Association, says he is in line for a still unnamed personnel czar role in the Blagojevich administration. A Rock Island County party chair and Andalusia resident, Gianulis notes no formal title or pay has been set, while aides confirm his prior influence in Blagojevich’s campaign.
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Retired photographer chronicled lives from birth in Illinois
Gene Autry met backstage with Bono during the Illinois State Fairgrounds visit. Bono, a Springfield freelance photographer, recalls paying clients and his early start after being orphaned at 11 months. He shot baby portraits at St John’s Hospital and candlelit wedding photos, noting the repeating faces from countless sessions.
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Emil Jones set to lead Illinois Senate in January
Springfield AP Emil Jones, a 67 year old Democrat, prepares to take the Illinois Senate presidency in January ending a decade of Republican control. A veteran of 30 years in the legislature he emphasizes fairness and straightforward dealings. His background includes service in political campaigns since 1960 and family roots in Democratic organizing.
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House
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Mother leads 16th bid to block parole for son killer
Katherine Lee fights to keep James Albert Dumas behind bars after his 16th parole eligibility arises for the 1975 Danville murder of her 15‑year‑old son David Grinestaff. Prosecutors had said no parole for at least 11 years. Dumas is now eligible again following a 2003 board decision.
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Katherine Lee
Illinois
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