Illinois 13 127 bypass funding stalls work delay
Illinois 13/127 funding woes halt project progress after phase two land acquisitions. IDOT engineer Zdankiewicz says no current construction money in the five year plan. Rep. Mike Bost expects bonding and future funding to unlock the plan in two to four years. In Pinckneyville, Mayor Holder says the bypass will become a reality with utilities and new business growth planned. other candidates split on the route and preferred four lane expansion.
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Murphysboro
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Bills may change tracks with casinos and smoking rooms
Lawmakers consider HB 171 to allow smoking rooms in casinos and racinos amid concerns about economic benefit and gambling addiction. Proponents cite customer preference and potential revenue, while critics warn of selective exemptions and wider spreads of smoking. The bills cleared the House Executive Committee and move toward a floor vote.
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Illinois lawmakers push laws to curb self promotion by officials
In Illinois, bills target using tax dollars for public promotion by officials. Senate Bill 1344 would bar statewide figures from displaying name image or voice on billboards or electronic boards for state programs. A separate measure aims to bar public employees convicted felons from future state pensions.
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Springfield
Illinois
District of State
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Palatine
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Murphy
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Kent Redfield
University of Illinois- Springfield
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PSA
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Michelle Mussman
D-Schaumburg
Red Devils celebrate best season in Murphysboro history
Murphysboro coach Murphy praised Jerrod Gaston as leading scorer and clutch shooter and noted his looming college choice with a visit to Vincennes University. The team honored Gaston with an MVP award given to the entire squad as fans celebrated the school’s historic season.
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Carbondale
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Murphysboro
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