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The co-founders of a Chicago-based conservative public-policy think tank recently challenged an assertion by House Speaker Mike Madigan's (D-Chicago) spokesman that Madigan shouldn't have to release his tax returns as Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner has done.

Gov. Rauner eager to get back into budget talks

With the 2016 election over, Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner said he is eager to engage in discussions to resolve one of the state’s biggest problems: a balanced budget.

Former Illinois GOP chief advises Trump to strike unifying tone in first 100 days

One-time Illinois GOP chair Pat Brady said that despite the controversy over the presidential election results, the public must abide by the nation’s democratic process and give Donald Trump a fair chance when he takes office.

Rocky road anticipated for Illinois Dems in election's wake

Following the general election, regional political analysts suggested that Republican victories in Illinois had more to do with Democratic challengers being intentionally tied to House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) in the public’s mind than initially anticipated.

Mautino scandal virtually ignored in state media, political realms

Despite the controversy surrounding embattled Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino and whatever misdeeds he may have committed, the scandal apparently is not a big deal if news media buzz and political heat are any indication, a citizen journalist recently said on his blog.

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Trump carries 91 of 102 counties in Illinois

President-elect Donald Trump won all but 11 of Illinois' 102 counties in the Nov. 8 election despite losing the popular vote in the state.

Chicago health board receives funding increase vaccine coverage

The Chicago Board of Health met Sept. 21 to receive $500,000 in new funding from the CDC to increase Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine coverage.

University of Chicago College Council approves committee chairs

The University of Chicago College Council met Oct. 10 to approve committee chairs.

University of Chicago Graduate Council selects committee heads

The University of Chicago Graduate Council met Oct. 10 to select committee heads.

Chicago Police Board suspends officer

The Chicago Police Board met Sept. 15 to impose an eighteen month suspension on an officer for violating department rules.

Alcott Local School Council discusses teacher crowdfuding

The Alcott Local School Council met 14 to discuss teachers using crowdfuding to purchase supplies.

Butler praises Rauner’s plan for state's Bicentennial celebration in 2018

State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield), a Peoria native who has long been active in local civic life, recently hailed Gov. Bruce Rauner’s approach to Illinois’ Bicentennial Celebration, set for 2018, commending his initiative to establish a Bicentennial Commission.

Analyst: Illinois must create less-hostile tax climate to retain residents, businesses

Illinois needs to diversify its tax base and make changes to become more competitive if it wants to stem the tide of people leaving the state, an analyst for an independent policy organization said during a recent radio show interview.

Munger loses bid to retain comptroller post

Republican state Comptroller Leslie Munger of Lincolnshire, who was seeking to retain the post she held for nearly two years, conceded to Democrat Susana Mendoza, Chicago's city clerk, and congratulated her on her win.

Despite criticism, Illinois voters overwhelmingly approve Safe Roads Amendment