Illinois open meetings panel backs talks on threats protection
The House Government Administration Committee backed legislation to allow private discussions during public meetings about threats to officials. The measure, sponsored by Rep. James Meyer, amends the Open Meetings Act and heads to the full House. The Illinois Press Association remains neutral on the proposal.
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Jim” Meyer
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O Connor runs for lieutenant governor alone in Illinois
Illinois state Rep. William O Connor says he will pursue an independent bid for lieutenant governor, breaking from Lt. Gov. Corinne Wood. He cites campaign independence and says strategy remains separate from Wood.
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Madigan Schmidt clash over experience in AG race
In Chicago the AG debate pitted Lisa Madigan and John Schmidt as experience vs advocacy. They clashed over law enforcement credentials while agreeing on creating a statewide grand jury to probe public corruption and boosting anti corruption prosecutions. Madigan noted her work for the poor while Schmidt cited corporate defense in opposition to on the job training. She also cited nepotism concerns as Michael Madigan’s daughter responds to questions.
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United Airlines Mechanics Strike Talks Under Way Near Chicago
Urgent contract negotiations between United Airlines and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers resumed Friday in Rosemont near O'Hare to avert a strike by 13 000 mechanics and cleaners. Aiming to beat a 11 p.m. Tuesday CST deadline, talks may run through the weekend as both sides push for a settlement after a rejected offer that would have raised top pay to 35.14 an hour and delayed retroactive pay.
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