Poshard to co chair coalition for Blagojevich capital plan
The coalition aims for a middle ground to advance a comprehensive capital plan in the Illinois Legislature. Poshard notes the stake for school districts and potential loss of federal aid without seed money, citing SIU Carbondale projects and major maintenance needs. He and Hastert plan speaking engagements and hope to present a tentative plan by mid April.
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Chicago
Rod Blagojevich
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Amtrak Service Faces Risk From CN Deal
U S senator Durbin warns that approval of CN’s acquisition could erase a CN rail line used by six Amtrak trains, risking service to Champaign and Carbondale, a fast growing route. CN and Amtrak seek to preserve right of way and cap maintenance costs while STB reviews the deal.
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Possible Senate picks include Blagojevich and Madigan
Illinois politics swirl over a possible Senate vacancy with Gov. Blagojevich named as a potential candidate for himself or others. Lisa Madigan tops lists, while observers say Blagojevich may favor a Chicago congressman such as Schakowsky Emanuel or Jackson Jr. if a vacancy occurs.
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Chicago
Dick Durbin
U.S
Jan Schakowsky
Rahm Emanuel
Jesse Jackson
REND LAKE water levels rise as upstream runoff feeds flood areas
National Weather Service data show precipitation north of Rend Lake of 3.46 inches in January and 4.39 inches in February, contributing to higher lake levels. Officials note most affected boat ramps, typically closed, have reopened as conditions normalize.
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Gun shop closure tied to NIU gunman case in Champaign
Tony's Guns and Ammo in Champaign closed after owner surrendered his federal dealer license. Police say Steven Kazmierczak bought five guns there before the NIU shooting. He was a graduate student at UIUC.
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Northern Illinois University
Steven Kazmierczak
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Thomas Ahern
Tony
Kazmierczak
University of Illinois At At Urbana
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