Springfield voting deadline nears as lawmakers mull changes
Illinois voters must register by Tuesday ahead of the election. Rep. Michael Boland urges extending the registration window and plans to propose changes in the spring session. In Peotone, landowners facing a Chicago airport project allege state intimidation as IDOT seeks 60 day offers before condemnation. FAA study pending.
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Illinois splits on Bush plan for Iraq vote
Illinois lawmakers divide over authorizing Bush to attack Iraq as Durbin opposes unilateral war power while Fitzgerald argues against an international veto. Representative support spans Shimkus Phelps LaHood with Costello undecided amid election dynamics and security concerns.
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State plans study to boost Cahokia Mounds tourism
Illinois will fund a study to boost tourism at Cahokia Mounds the ancient site near Cahokia. The $200000 effort will be paid via a bank loan scheme with local banks allowing below market deposits while banks lend at market rates. profits will finance the study. Officials aim to raise awareness of the 9200 acre UNESCO world heritage site and its significance.
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Illinois postal worker accused in U.N. shooting denounces North Korea
Steve Kim, 57, of Des Plaines, Illinois, admitted planning the mission after reconnaissance trips to the United Nations. He fired seven rounds from a .357 outside the Secretariat, striking two floors but injuring none, then surrendered as U.S. Secret Service and FBI took him into custody. He said he fasted to improve surgical outcomes if shot.
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