Several organizations filing lawsuits in response to new mandate
The now infamous birth control mandate set forth by the Obama Administration has resulted in multiple lawsuits issued by Catholic dioceses, churches and schools that believe the White House has...
View ArticleControversy Still Plagues Obama Birth Control Mandate
While most religious groups chide the Obama Administration’s new birth control mandate, some Peoria residents are calling it a blessing in disguise. Much to the chagrin of several faith-based groups,...
View ArticleLocals React to DOL’s Failed Farm Proposal
Some Peoria County residents believe the U.S. Department of Labor’s failed proposal is a prime example of over-regulation. In the midst of a slumping economy and a state unemployment rate of 8.2...
View ArticleRomney, Ryan Duo Excites Members of Both Parties
Peoria County area Republicans aren’t shy about praising GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s choice for Vice President, but Democrats see a different advantage with Ryan on the ticket. In the...
View ArticleRaces Closely Watched as Election Nears
As the weather turns cooler, state and federal races are heating up across Central Illinois. Following four years of Democratic leadership in Washington, D.C., Republicans at the federal and state...
View ArticleSullivan and Koehler Go Head to Head for State House Seat
Sullivan and Koehler weigh in on state spending, the business climate, taxes, and concealed carry. At the state level this election, all eyes will turn to the 46th District State Senate seat currently...
View ArticleVoters Have Their Say in November 2012
Illinois swings Democrat in the State House, White House and U.S. Senate. Few Republicans saw it coming. The influx of Democrat votes throughout President Barack Obama’s home state gave the sitting...
View ArticleEarly Signs Point Toward City Council Elections
Candidates are lining up to run for Peoria District seats. It’s only January, but candidates for some Peoria District City Council races are already looking toward the spring elections. Sandberg Not...
View ArticleTime Runs Out for Pension Reform: Now What?
Following the swearing in of several new members to the Illinois General Assembly early last month, some Peoria residents are losing faith in the passage of a “perfect” pension reform plan. The clock...
View ArticleAFSCME Ratifies New Contract
Following fifteen months of debate and negotiations, the largest state employee union has approved its next three-year contract. Since July of last year, leading members of the American Federation of...
View ArticleNew Faces Come to Peoria City Council
One incumbent sails to victory, two former at-large council members return and the mayor welcomes two newcomers to the horseshoe. Peoria’s City Council election on April 9 was quite a game changer....
View ArticleEnd of Session Looms, Pensions Still a Problem
As Springfield lawmakers grapple for a pension fix by May 31, state workers anxiously anticipate expected changes. Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days leading up to a solution to...
View ArticleHouse & Senate pass concealed carry bill
In a move that could end Illinois’ ban on firearms, the House and Senate passed a measure allowing for the carry of concealed weapons. Just hours before the Illinois General Assembly adjourned for the...
View ArticleIllinois is the final state to pass concealed carry legislagtion
House and Senate Majorities voted to override Governor Quinn’s changes to concealed carry legislation, giving Illinoisans the chance to exercise their Second Amendment rights. Last month, lawmakers...
View ArticlePeoria Council Searches for Replacement to Fill Sandburg’s Seat
Following the death of Peoria City Councilman Gary Sandburg, council members are weighing in regarding who should fill the at-large seat. It has been over a month since the sudden and unexpected...
View ArticlePeoria Residents Ready Themselves for New Health Care Law
Supporters and opponents weigh in on the nation’s new health care changes. State insurance markets designed to offer coverage for individuals and separate markets for small businesses with up to 100...
View ArticleBusiness as usual as General Assembly returns
From the gay marriage debate to the state’s ongoing pension problem, Illinois lawmakers have their plates full as they return to Springfield. October 22 was the first day of fall session in...
View ArticleLocal, State Politicians Step Up in Storm’s Aftermath
After cars were toppled and buildings destroyed in the wake of a massive storm system affecting Illinois and several Midwest states, Governor Pat Quinn and others reached out to help residents of...
View ArticleLawmakers Bring Pension Standoff to an End
Following years of gridlock in the state capitol, lawmakers passed a pension reform bill that has union leaders and some Democrats questioning its constitutionality. A narrow Senate vote of 32-24 and...
View ArticleSpotlight for governor’s race falls on Peoria
Four Republican candidates for governor debated key issues last month, helping voters decide the Republican nomination on March 18. From political veteran Dan Rutherford to political newcomer Bruce...
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