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Friday, April 26, 2013  The three-term Republican Congressman has decided instead to seek re-election.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  A new list of to-do's for the Illinois legislature ... voting on pension reform, an assault-weapons ban and gay-marriage legislation. But they can now cross off the issue of illegal immigrants obtaining a driver's license.

Sunday, February 26, 2012  Gas prices rose nationwide for the nineteenth day in a row Sunday. In the coming weeks, debate on Capitol Hill over transportation legislation is expected to continue in both houses and gas prices are likely to remain a hot topic.

Wednesday, November 02, 2011  Cain seeks to put aside harassment allegations even as lawyer for accuser presses on

Sunday, May 15, 2011  The United States is due to hit the $14.29-trillion ceiling set by Congress on Monday, creating a cash crunch that puts the country's credit standing at risk as politicians battle over its long-term deficit.

Wednesday, April 06, 2011  Story updated with a poll, tell us what you think

Tuesday, December 07, 2010  Democrats press for changes in Obama-Republican tax deal with tempers rising on Capitol Hill.

Friday, September 17, 2010  Authorities in Washington say police shot a man who pointed a gun at them on Capitol Hill.

Monday, June 01, 2009  Obama's Supreme Court nominee to make the rounds on Capitol Hill in drive toward hearings

Wednesday, March 04, 2009  Gov't provides details, sets standards for housing plan aimed at helping 9 million borrowers.

Tuesday, February 03, 2009  Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn is on a fence-mending trip to Washington now that his disgraced predecessor is out of office.

Monday, January 26, 2009  As President Barack Obama starts his first full week in office, the focus is on Capitol Hill, where lawmakers are set to act on legislation aimed at spurring the economy.

Friday, January 23, 2009  Crafting an economic stimulus package on Capitol Hill has not been smooth going.

Monday, January 05, 2009  President-elect Barack Obama will be holding a series of meetings with lawmakers on Capitol Hill Monday.