Illinois expands meth precursor tracking across state
Gov. Pat Quinn signed the Methamphetamine Precursor Tracking Act turning a Southern Illinois pilot into statewide law. The act requires pharmacies to record ephedrine and pseudoephedrine sales and refuse large purchases. First offenses under the act are tiered by milligram thresholds, ranging from misdemeanors to class felonies.
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Senator faces long recovery after stroke in Chicago
Senator Mark Kirk underwent emergency surgery after a stroke that threatened left arm movement and facial function. Dr. Richard Fessler said recovery of movement would be very difficult, but mental recovery prospects are strong. Kirk remains in intensive care at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
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Senator Mark Kirk Biography Highlights Career and Education
Republican Senator Mark Kirk born September 15, 1959 in Highland Park. A lawyer with degrees from Georgetown, Cornell, London School of Economics, and a master’s in international business. Elected to the House in 2000 and the Senate in 2010. Former counsel to the House International Relations Committee and State Department staffer. served as chief of staff for John Porter. Navy Reserve intelligence officer since 1989, holding the rank of commander. Website kirk.senate.gov.
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Quinn has power to fill Illinois Senate vacancies
Illinois governor holds sole authority to appoint a temporary successor if Senator Mark Kirk vacates before 2016. The statement expresses support for Kirk’s recovery and confidence he will return to work, praising his Navy background and commitment to Illinois residents.
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Kirk as fighter aids rapid recovery effort
Senator Kirk is described as a fighter and relentless in pursuing his goal, a profile that underscores his readiness to work toward a rapid recovery. Jupy Baar Topinka, Comptroller.
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Rehab and Care Center front-runner chosen for Murphysboro bid
RDK Management Inc moved late into the contest for the Rehab and Care Center of Jackson County and emerged as the front-runner to operate the Murphysboro nursing home. The county Rehab and Care committee backed the plan, recommending a county board vote on Monday at 6 p.m. RDK would pay 750000 dollars for the campus, keep residents and staff, and help recoup back state payments, while RFMS Inc. remains in play with a separate relocation proposal to Carbondale's Liberty Village.
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