Clinton headlines Chicago BookExpo tour with My Life reveal
Former President Bill Clinton kicked off his memoir tour at BookExpo America in Chicago telling publishers his life story interweaves with American life. The book My Life debuts June 22 with 1.5 million first printing and Clinton drew a standing ovation in a packed McCormick Place ballroom.
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Madigan blocks Chicago Thompson Center mortgage plan
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan ruled the 216 million Thompson Center mortgage unconstitutional, saying borrowing against the building would create new state debt needing three-fifths legislative approval. Gov Blagojevich called it political retaliation tied to a family dispute. the administration said the deal would not proceed.
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Illinois ranked 31st in 2004 Kids Count study
Illinois placed 31st nationally in child welfare in the 2004 Kids Count survey based on 2003 data. The study notes higher infant mortality than the U.S. average, similar dropout rates, and 8 percent in extreme poverty. Voices for Illinois Children urges continued focus on early education and programs to engage disconnected youth amid budget stalemate.
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Stephens boy earns top five spelling bee finish
Alexander Christian Stephens, 13, finished fourth in a national spelling bee after months of intensive study. His mother Dyana drilled him from a 23,000 word list while his father Anthony, a Marion High School teacher, praised the effort and calm on stage. Teachers at Marion Junior High tracked his progress, and Mayor Bob Butler proclaimed Alex Day in his honor. The Stephens family planned a final party before returning to Southern Illinois.
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Error notice on Carbondale project contract misprint
The Southern Illinoisan acknowledges an accuracy issue in Tuesday's edition. It should have stated that E.T. Simonds Construction Co. of Carbondale is performing work on Illinois 13 in Carbondale. The incorrect spelling misled readers.
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