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Illinois officials report 1,072 coronavirus deaths, with 25,733 confirmed cases

By Hoang Tran | 4 years ago

Confirmed coronavirus cases in Illinois numbered 25,733 as of April 17, with the total number of deaths linked to the virus reaching 1,072, according to data from the state Department of Public Health (IDPH).Chicago (6,648 cases) and Cook County (4,767 cases) posted the highest numbers statewide.

Barickman described school funding bill as rare opportunity

By Hoang Tran | Sep 3, 2017

When the Illinois Senate debated Senate Bill 1947 on Tuesday, Sen. Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington) argued that the evidence-based funding model is a “strategic approach” that will provide students with better education options.

Barickman argues that override will further school funding crisis

By Hoang Tran | Aug 14, 2017

The Illinois Senate voted on Sunday to override Gov. Bruce Rauner’s amendatory veto of Senate Bill 1 despite heavy opposition from Republicans, who have called the bill a broken school funding formula that favors Chicago over the rest of the state.

Brady calls on Democrats to release 'hostage' school funding bill

By Hoang Tran | Jul 28, 2017

Illinois students and parents should be preparing for school, not worrying whether those schools will open, Senate Minority Leader Bill Brady (R-Bloomington) said at a Republican press conference on Thursday.

Brady tells Democrats to send education funding bill 'today'

By Hoang Tran | Jul 26, 2017

Illinois Senate Minority Leader Bill Brady (R-Bloomington) called on Democrats on Wednesday to stop sitting on the state's education funding bill and send it immediately to Gov. Bruce Rauner.

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Brady says it's 'time to solve crisis' of public education funding

By Hoang Tran | Jul 25, 2017

Illinois Senate Minority Leader Bill Brady (R-Bloomington) commended Gov. Bruce Rauner for calling legislators back to the Capitol to hammer out a school funding bill and said lawmakers should be ready to work.

Letting pension system fail described as tough love for Illinois

By Hoang Tran | Jul 21, 2017

Mike “Mish” Shedlock, who runs the blog “MishTalk.com,” believes imposing more taxes on Illinoisans with the biggest pensions can solve the pension crisis.

Rauner shake-up follows in wake of perceived political defeat

By Hoang Tran | Jul 21, 2017

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Rauner changes communication staff as part of rebranding

By Hoang Tran | Jul 17, 2017

Gov. Bruce Rauner recently added several key communication personnel to his team, further shaking up his staff following a major political defeat when the Illinois General Assembly overrode his vetoes on a budget and spending plan.

Policy institute exec joins Rauner in crusade to save taxpayers

By Hoang Tran | Jul 10, 2017

Gov. Bruce Rauner is bringing in a "champion" to fight for Illinoisans.

Veto override gives Illinois first budget in two years

By Hoang Tran | Jul 6, 2017

Illinois has its first budget in more than two years after the House voted on Thursday to override Gov. Bruce Rauner’s vetoes of three contentious bills that made it through both chambers in a special extended session.

Statehouse on lockdown after mysterious white powder thrown at governor's office

By Hoang Tran | Jul 6, 2017

The Statehouse was on security lockdown earlier today after a substance was allegedly thrown at Gov. Bruce Rauner’s office, as well as the Lt. governor's office and the House gallery. Rauner was not in the building at the time of the threat.

Senate rushes votes on budget bills

By Hoang Tran | Jul 4, 2017

On Independence Day, the Senate approved three bills that would increase taxes and provide $36 billion in spending for Illinois.

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Brady nominated to replace Radogno as Senate GOP Leader

By Hoang Tran | Jun 30, 2017

Sen. Bill Brady (R-Bloomington) was selected unanimously today by his Republican colleagues to serve as new Illinois Senate Republican Leader.

Radogno sends shockwave with sudden resignation from Senate

By Hoang Tran | Jun 29, 2017

In a surprise announcement, Illinois Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno (R-Lemont) resigned her position and the Senate effective Saturday.

Brady urges support for 'plan that works for the people of Illinois'

By Hoang Tran | Jun 23, 2017

The first day of the special legislative session ended on Wednesday with little to no progress on a budget or reforms despite Sen. Bill Brady (R-Bloomington) and several of his Republican colleagues urging lawmakers to use the time effectively.

Rauner urges political unity to save the future of Illinois

By Hoang Tran | Jun 20, 2017

Gov. Bruce Rauner urged Democratic and Republican lawmakers on Tuesday to unite and pass a balanced budget that will fund Illinois and get it back on its feet.

Compromise education measures are fair, fix system's flaws, Barickman says

By Hoang Tran | Jun 15, 2017

A budget and reform package unveiled Wednesday by Republican lawmakers will fix the broken education funding system in Illinois and is something Democrats should find acceptable, Sen. Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington) says.

Rauner, GOP bemoan budget breakdown, blame bickering Democrats

By Hoang Tran | Jun 9, 2017

“Today we’ve seen a complete dereliction of duty by the majority in the General Assembly,” Gov. Bruce Rauner said after the 100th session of the General Assembly closed. “Once again, a tragic failure to serve the people of Illinois. A tragic failure to pass a balanced budget along with critical structural changes to protect taxpayers and grow more jobs.”