Politics

Statehouse Republicans Propose Welfare Reforms

Susan Stephens — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:17:58 +0000

Republican lawmakers in the Illinois House say the state could save a lot of money by tightening welfare rules. They unveiled a package of reforms at Memorial Hall in Rockford Wednesday.

Illinois House Passes Medical Marijuana Bill

Brian Mackey — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:47:24 +0000

Medical marijuana took a significant step toward becoming law in Illinois Wednesday. For the first time, it won approval in the House of Representatives.

Robin Kelly Wins Big, Replacing Congressman Jackson

Susan Stephens — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:18:43 +0000

Illinois’ Second Congressional District has a voice again. Democrat Robin Kelly easily beat five opponents in the special election to fill former Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr.’s U.S. House seat. The district has been without representation since Jackson resigned in November, shortly after winning re-election, in spite of corruption allegations and an extended leave to deal with bipolar depression.

Four Vying For DeKalb Mayor

Susan Stephens — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:30:41 +0000

There’s a lot of change in store for the city of DeKalb…at least when it comes to who’s in charge. There’s turnover in most leadership positions, from Northern Illinois University to city government. WNIJ’s Susan Stephens takes a look at the four-way race for DeKalb mayor.

Illinois Senators Tackle New Casino Bill

Susan Stephens — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:23:04 +0000

A new gambling expansion plan is moving to the full Illinois Senate, just days after Governor Pat Quinn vetoed a similar plan.