Posts Tagged as ‘lease’

September 10, 2008

Around the state on September 10th

A meausre to lease the Illinois lottery has garnered some support — at least enough to make it out of a house committee. The move could potentially raise $10 billion, much of which would be used for a capital construction plan. Read the SJ-R for more.
The Illinois House of Representatives unanimously voted down Gov. [...]

September 3, 2008

Around the state on September 2nd

Sen. James Meeks led a boycott of Chicago Public School’s first day of classes. While some were behind Meeks, Chicago Mayor Richard Daley didn’t exactly lend his support. The Tribune has the story. 
Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan wants legislators back in session earlier than normal, as he hopes they will consider leasing the Illinois Lottery. [...]