Gun advocates rally to oppose Illinois gun control bill
More than a hundred gun-rights supporters crowded the Illinois Statehouse to oppose Senate Bill 1195. Advocates from rural areas argue the measure targets hunters and sport shooters, while Chicago leaders back it as a weapon safety step. Community members warn of economic and hunting access impacts if the bill passes.
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Ephedra ban clears Illinois Senate by 56 to 0 vote
The Illinois Senate approved a bill to bar sales of products containing ephedra by 56 to 0. Sponsored by Sen Barack Obama the measure follows the death of 16 year old Sean Riggins from Lincoln after consuming ephedra. U S Durbin urged a state ban and a House version moves to final passage.
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Lincoln
Illinois gas prices stabilize after winter rise amid Iraq fears
Illinois drivers kept fueling as AAA Chicago reports statewide average $1.74 per gallon, with Chicago at $1.78 and East St. Louis $1.59. Prices rose last winter on war fears, but officials say supplies remain adequate and panic buying is absent.
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Illinois weighs energy efficiency standards for new buildings
A proposed Illinois measure would require energy efficiency basics in new commercial and residential buildings, focusing on window thickness and external wall insulation. State Sen. Denny Jacobs said the code would protect consumers and the environment, reducing heating and cooling needs and long term costs. Proponents argue the standards will lower energy use and pollution, though ventilation or heat control systems are not mandated. Industry figures note manufacturers already meet federal efficiency benchmarks.
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Illinois House passes bonds to shore pension plans
The Illinois House voted 79 to 18 to authorize up to 10 billion dollars in general obligation bonds to help repay 35 billion diverted from state pension plans. Governor Blagojevich praised bipartisanship and urged Senate quick passage as critics called for details on the budget plan.
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Officer seeks dismissal of pilots charges in Afghanistan bombing
In a Louisiana hearing, Col. Patrick Rosenow recommended dropping charges against Majors Harry Schmidt and William Umbach for the Afghan bombing that killed four Canadian soldiers. He said court martial could proceed but Air Force penalties would best preserve discipline, leaving the decision to proceed with a trial open.
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