Blagojevich urged to emulate Ryan in legislative courting
Illinois lawmakers urge Gov. Rod Blagojevich to adopt former Gov. George Ryan's relationship building with legislators. While Blagojevich pledges to work with lawmakers, he prioritizes the budget. Party control remains with Democrats as key bills and the next budget loom.
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Senate panel approves one gun bill amid hostile crowds
In Springfield, a Senate Judiciary Committee panel passed a single gun control measure from a set of four amid tight security after threats to lawmakers. The proposal bans semi auto assault weapons, drawing police and gun-rights advocates into a heated hearing as Chicago Mayor Daley backs the package. others warn it could curb sportsmen.
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Illinois House advances methamphetamine bill
State Rep Chapin Rose sponsor of the measure says meth use is rising in Coles Champaign counties and warns it could spread nationwide. The bill would deem parents in homes with meth dangerous to children and make possession or transport of meth ingredients for manufacturing a nonprobational offense. It also proposes a meth manufacturing facility cleanup fund with a $5 fine for cooking meth.
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