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Joliet Mayor Says Illinois Has Enough Casinos Already
State lawmakers could attempt to override Gov. Pat Quinn’s veto of legislation to expand casino gambling in Illinois during their two-week veto session that started Thursday, but one city that already has a casino says enough is enough.
Lawmakers Approve Measure Allowing Hunters To Pick Up Roadkill
Hunting license holders may now take dead animals from the side of the road, thanks to an override of Gov. Pat Quinn’s veto by the Illinois General Assembly.
State Rep Says Gambling Bill Must Pass This Week
If a gambling bill is going to come to a vote, it has to happen this week, according to the architect of the latest incarnation of legislation to expand gambling in Illinois.
Quinn Fighting To Sustain Veto Of ComEd ‘Smart Grid’ Bill
Gov. Pat Quinn says he’ll fight to sustain his veto of the “Smart Grid” bill pushed by ComEd, saying the veto is all that stands between the public and exorbitant utility rates.
‘Smart Grid’ Bill Supporters Working To Override Quinn’s Veto
Supporters of the recently vetoed “Smart Grid” bill are trying to garner enough support to override the governor, and the efforts may be working.
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