Chicago Republican eyes run for lieutenant governor
State Rep. Susan Catania a liberal Republican from Chicago says she may seek the GOP nomination for lieutenant governor. She notes most declared candidates are conservatives and aims to build a statewide support network while evaluating potential backing and campaign resources. She says her bid would be about winning, not opposing George Ryan.
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High court to hear Chicago services tax case
The Illinois Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Monday on challenges to Chicago 1 percent services tax used to support the transit system. Opponents argue it violates the state constitution while city officials contend it is a consumer levy, not an income tax.
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Elgin teachers reject contract offer after strike push
About 1,000 striking teachers halted negotiations with the Elgin School District and face a contempt citation as Kane County court reviews a back to work order. The district’s spokesman said the so called final offer would be withdrawn if not accepted today, while the teachers aim to reopen negotiations next summer and secure a $12,300 starting salary.
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Saloon War in Peoria Ends as Becker Abandons Fight
Builder G Raymond Becker says he will build around Ivans tavern or relocate, ending a year long confrontation with saloonkeeper Matthew Ryan over a proposed $40 million luxury high rise. Becker cites fatigue and publicity as reasons, while Ryan is not declaring victory.
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Striking engineers ratify 35 month contract in Chicago area
About 5 000 members of Local 150 of the International Union of Operating Engineers ratified a 35 month contract by 1992 to 257 Sunday ending a two month labor dispute. The agreement provides a 6.55 per hour wage increase over the contract. Striking workers operate bulldozers cranes and other heavy equipment and returned to work after a tentative settlement. The strike idled thousands of construction projects across northeastern Illinois.
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