Quinn's Budget Address Draws Praise, Ire From Both Sides Of The Aisle
You didn't have to be a Democrat to like Gov. Pat Quinn's budget speech Wednesday, and you didn't have to be a Republican to hate it.
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You didn't have to be a Democrat to like Gov. Pat Quinn's budget speech Wednesday, and you didn't have to be a Republican to hate it.
It's going to be painful. Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn was putting the finishing touches Tuesday night on what can only be called a bad news budget; one which might stop the bleeding, but does little to treat the wound.
Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford says it's time for long-range planning to come to government, and the state should be run more like a business.
The gasoline used in most cars could soon have more ethanol.
Programs that some would call "extras" could make a difference for Illinois' young people.
Now that Illinois allows civil unions for unmarried couples, and other states are allowing same-sex couples to get married, Illinois tourism officials are trying to market the state to the gay and lesbian community.
The super-short days that begin and end the school year could become things of the past in Illinois.
A proposal at the Illinois State Capitol would cut down on stolen scrap metal in Illinois.
A Victims' Bill of Rights could be added to the Illinois State Constitution, if a proposed amendment makes it onto the November ballot.
Illinois State Rep. Greg Harris (D-Chicago) says winning full marriage rights for same-sex marriage in Illinois will be a struggle, but he says such is always the case with civil rights issues.
When police misconduct is caught on tape, it's a big deal, and there could much more taping going on in Illinois.
The state of Illinois' children is troubling, says a new report coming out Thursday.
When election officials count the votes in November, they want it to go off without a hitch – and that includes properly counting absentee ballots from America's fighting forces.
A downstate woman has turned a hobby into the sweet smell of success.
The Illinois Tollway has begun listing motels and attractions by interchange, with the information on its Web site.
Having to install a breath-sensor in your car is an expense and an inconvenience, but apparently, an effective deterrent to drinking and driving.
Business and labor groups say Illinois is not keeping up its highways.
The state of Illinois is coming up short when it comes to preparing for emergencies – at least when looked at it in terms of government spending.
The job of fixing up old, used-up mines in Illinois is getting a $24 million federal boost.
Going without health insurance is unfortunate, but paying for a bogus policy can be worse.
Illinois is better at giving away tax breaks than at drawing good jobs as a result, according to a new national report.
College Illinois – a program aiming to give parents a chance to pay today's tuition rates for their children to attend college later – is taking a break from accepting new participants.
There should be plenty of venison for holiday dinners this season.
State lawmakers are going take one more try before the end of the year to pass tax relief for Illinois businesses that are threatening to leave.
In the one-day return to Springfield for the Illinois General Assembly, the only big accomplishment was the seemingly minor shift of money to keep seven state facilities alive for the last seven months of the fiscal year.
Anjanae Hunter, 16, has been missing since Oct. 26 and is believed to be in the Chicago area.
The burglaries happened at the city's Central Station early Friday morning.
More than 3.5 million passengers are expected to fly in and out of O'Hare and Midway airports through the new year.
Chicago police said a 20-year-old man driving a white Chevy SUV was heading southbound on Elston Avenue when he sideswiped a taxi and hit a light pole.
Breezy conditions from the south will still send wind chill values into the teens at times today.
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
Because Martinez was fired without cause, his contract allows him to stay on the job for another six months, and receive 20 weeks of severance pay.
Martinez was at Luther Burbank Elementary, 2035 N. Mobile Ave., as the Special Olympics recognized the school for excellence in inclusive sports programming.
Henyard had named three people to serve as police chief, village administrator, and village attorney without approval from the village board.
Many, including alderpersons and the members of the incoming elected school board, are denouncing the planned agenda.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
The oysters were sold as Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Anyone who has an affected Connie's Pizza in the freezer should either throw it out or bring it back to the store for a refund.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Wednesday that it had detected presumptive positive human case of H5N1 in Barron County.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
An even larger investment of $500 million is going toward 10 new outpatient facilities throughout the South Side that will add 85,000 health care appointments each year.
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
The strike was deliberately authorized in the midst of the busy holiday delivery season nationwide for a reason—with the Teamsters Union pushing the company for a contract.
Owner Eddie Lakin made the announcement Wednesday. He said the last day for the restaurant at 1571 Sherman Ave. would be this coming Saturday, Dec. 21.
This move was anticipated back in the summer, and comes months after the mortgage company Guaranteed Rate changed its name simply to Rate.
Both President Biden and President-elect Trump have vowed to block the $15 billion acquisition on national security grounds.
The bar has been in the ownership of the same family since 1989.
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Keeping with the holiday theme from a tall tree at Union Station to a rooftop in River North, here's what caught Suzanne Le Mignot and Kylee Miller's eye this week.
Aviation officials say over three million passengers will travel through O'Hare, a 7.8% increase compared to last year. At Midway, the busiest day is expected to be Sunday, Dec. 29, when more than 50,000 people are expected to pass through the airport.
Late overnight, a system will make an appearance, creating a drizzle, which could result in freezing drizzle as temperatures drop to lows in the 20s to lower 30s.
Witnesses said the suspect approached the front desk, jumped over the counter, and demanded money while displaying a handgun.
CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans has the latest 7-day forecast.
A Level 1 hazardous materials response also was initiated. According to unconfirmed fire dispatch reports, there were explosions inside the building after the fire started.
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
More than 3.5 million passengers are expected to fly in and out of O'Hare and Midway airports through the new year.
Anjanae Hunter, 16, has been missing since Oct. 26 and is believed to be in the Chicago area.
The burglaries happened at the city's Central Station early Friday morning.
"San Antonio has really led the way in using aerial surveillance technology to prevent these activities," said Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd), who chairs the City Council Public Safety Committee.
Customers said contractors from the company, Orange Elephant Roofing & Solar, seemed simply to disappear into thin air. But that is only the tip of the iceberg.
Survivors, advocates and experts have weighed in on Mayor Brandon Johnson's pledge to create a task force to study the safety of Black women in Chicago.
The Chicago-based company is accused of tricking diners about delivery fees, misleading drivers about pay, and listing restaurants on its platform without permission.
Now-retired Joliet police Sgt. Javier Esqueda was charged in connection with leaking squad car video of a man who died in Joliet police custody.
Nikola Vucevic scored 19 points and 10 assists to lead the Bulls, whose season-high three-game winning streak ended.
Booser went 2-3 with a 3.38 ERA, one save and 43 strikeouts in 43 relief appearances with the Red Sox in his first season in the majors in 2024.
Tyler Bertuzzi had two goals and an assist, and Connor Bedard added a goal and two assists for the Blackhawks.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Jeremiyah Love tied the Notre Dame record with a 98-yard touchdown run, Riley Leonard added two more scores and the Fighting Irish shut down the highest-scoring team in the College Football Playoff, overwhelming Indiana 27-17 on Friday night.
With the holidays fast approaching, many Lincoln Parkers want others to be aware and stay safe as they get ready to travel.
It happened around 4 a.m. at Eddie's Market in the 11000 block of South Halsted Street.
Richard Allen was sentenced to 65 years for each death, totaling 130 years in prison.
Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, 22, had been facing hate crime and terrorism charges in an attack on a Jewish man in late October. He has since died by suicide in custody
Damonte McCorkle is charged with aggravated kidnapping, two counts of aggravated carjacking, and armed robbery.
