Witness denies shifting blame in Ryan racketeering case
CHICAGO AP The government’s leadoff witness Richard Juliano testified he took 5000 monthly state funds while attending law school and used state workers for Ryan campaigns. Prosecutors charge ex aide Scott Fawell and Citizens for Ryan with racketeering, bribery and fraud linking to the Safe Road probe during Ryan’s time as secretary of state and governor.
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Local Illinois specialty growers seek new markets and school sales
At the Illinois Specialty Grower’s Conference more than 200 farmers discussed expanding markets for crops including apples and herbs. A key proposal is Farm to School funds to buy local produce for districts. advocates urge lobbying lawmakers while growers hear potential support from a future agriculture director.
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Hartke faces Senate pushback over racial profiling stance
Chicago Democrat Sen. Ricky Hendon says he will block Rep. Charles Hartke from becoming director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture due to Hartke's 1999 vote against a bill that would have required collecting drivers race data in police traffic stops. Hartke defends his position, citing concerns about data usefulness. Blagojevich aides declined to comment. The dispute highlights tensions between Chicago and downstate Democrats as the Senate Executive Appointments Committee reviews the nomination.
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