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Lasonde to attend protest march calling for probe of Schakowsky, husband

By Hoang Tran | Oct 31, 2016

A group of concerned citizens in Illinois is demanding that the FCC, FBI and state's attorney investigate the Democratic National Committee (DNC); U.S. Rep Jan Schakowsky (D-Dist. 9) and her husband, Robert Creamer; and their alleged associations with groups that use intimidation tactics and incite violence at Republican rallies.

Thillens: Survey rains on parade of those blaming weather for exodus of residents

By Hoang Tran | Oct 23, 2016

A survey conducted by the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University confirmed what many have suspected: Taxes are driving residents out of the state.

Lasonde demands answers from Schakowsky over alleged 'bird-dogging' tactics

By Hoang Tran | Oct 18, 2016

Tension has been rising between Democrats and Republican as a video released by James O’Keefe’s Project Veritas allegedly revealed that the Hillary Clinton campaign and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) are involved in “bird-dogging” and other provocative tactics against Republicans to create anarchy.

Thillens says he's the kind of 'reform-minded legislator' the state needs

By Hoang Tran | Oct 16, 2016

Illinois soon may have trouble borrowing money after S&P Global Ratings recently reduced its credit rating to BBB from BBB+.

Choice motivates Tucker to run for state House in District 18

By Hoang Tran | Oct 10, 2016

Jessica Tucker did not intend to run for the Illinois state House seat in District 18.

Thillens slams AFSCME demands, welcomes business-sector endorsements

By Hoang Tran | Oct 5, 2016

Contract negotiations between the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and Gov. Bruce Rauner have been tumultuous at best, with little progress made toward a resolution.

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Tucker: "There should be respect for the voters"

By Hoang Tran | Sep 26, 2016

The Independent Maps Initiative in Illinois first hit a road block in July when it was deemed unconstitutional by Cook County Circuit Judge Diane Larsen and forced off the November ballot despite overwhelming support by voters and approval from the State Board of Elections.

Republican hopeful Tucker seeks end to Illinois' shrinking population

By Hoang Tran | Sep 18, 2016

Illinois’ economic problems have caused what some consider to be an even worse problem: the outward migration of its residents.

State Senate candidate Thillens calls for permanent budget

By Hoang Tran | Sep 18, 2016

Moody’s Investors Services recently released a report painting a dire picture for the backlog of bills afflicting the state of Illinois.

Tucker believes in results, not politics

By Hoang Tran | Aug 30, 2016

Jessica Tucker is a Republican running for the Illinois House in District 18.

Mel Thillens laments Surpreme Court ruling on remapping

By Hoang Tran | Aug 29, 2016

The Illinois Supreme Court recently issued a 4-3 decision with a Democratic majority agreeing with Cook County Circuit Judge Diane Larsen’s ruling that the Independent Maps Amendment proposal did not fit the narrow legal window for citizen initiatives to change the 1970 Illinois Constitution, meaning it will not be on the November ballot.

Tucker asserts that Illinois is capable of pulling itself out of fiscal danger

By Hoang Tran | Aug 22, 2016

Illinois, which is in the middle of a fiscal crisis, remains without a balanced budget and is among the slowest states to recover from the recession.

Tucker remains focused on Illinois budget

By Hoang Tran | Aug 22, 2016

Jessica Tucker is an outsider who does not consider herself part of any affiliation in Springfield -- and she believes that it is this outsider perspective that may change Illinois.

Salzberg urges Illinois to stop its leaking bucket

By Hoang Tran | Aug 15, 2016

As Benjamin Salzberg talks to voters in his district during his campaign for Senate District 29, he has noticed a common trend: the people of Illinois are upset.

Thillens calls for term limits, reforms to stem exodus

By Hoang Tran | Aug 15, 2016

Several reports, including the June employment numbers and census, have confirmed that Illinois residents -- ranging from prime working age adults to millennials -- are leaving or are planning to leave the state.

Thillens laments court setback for redistricting ballot measure

By Hoang Tran | Jul 27, 2016

In a loss for the redistricting efforts in Illinois and for Gov. Bruce Rauner, Cook County Circuit Judge Diane Larsen ruled that the Independent Maps amendment ballot measure does not meet the conditions set forth in the Illinois Constitution to be put on the Nov. 8 ballot.

Thillens: Stopgap budget really about politics, not serving voters

By Hoang Tran | Jul 20, 2016

The stopgap budget passed at the end of June presents a reprieve from the financial crisis haunting the state of Illinois.

Thillens says voters are looking for people outside the box

By Hoang Tran | Jun 27, 2016

The people of Illinois are frustrated with the politicians at the state capital, according to Mel Thillens, Republican candidate running for Senate District 28.

District 56 candidate: Michelle Mussman represents 'status quo'

By Hoang Tran | Jun 7, 2016

The unbalanced state budget proposed by House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) and the inability of state lawmakers to pass any sort of budget have sparked ire among many concerned citizens in Illinois, including Jillian Bernas, a Republican who is running for the District 56 state House seat.

Bernas supports redistricting because it brings an equitable voice to the capital

By Hoang Tran | Jun 6, 2016

Jillian Bernas, the House District 56 candidate is holding out hope for redistricting reform after the Independent Map Amendment that was recently struck down by the Illinois Supreme Court.

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