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Wednesday, January 09, 2013  Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan is trying to salvage the state's ban on concealed carry.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012  Safe shopping guide informs parents on toys and other items they need to watch out for.

Thursday, June 21, 2012  Illinois prosecutors refuse to defend state ban on gay marriage, claim law is unconstitutional

Wednesday, October 05, 2011  We all know meth is a growing problem in communities across the Tri-States.

Thursday, August 11, 2011  VIDEO ADDED: The Illinois Attorney General is asking the CPSC to recall fuel pots because of what she says is a danger to consumers and the potential for people to be severely burned if one of these would tip over.

Saturday, February 26, 2011  Madigan says consumers can mistake a refund anticipation loan as simply an advance on their expected refund at the time they file returns.

Thursday, January 27, 2011  Some Tri-State projects could be on the chopping block if an Illinois appellate court has its way.

Wednesday, January 19, 2011  Attorney General Lisa Madigan wants you to be aware of possible ticket scams.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010  Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan and the state Board of Education have started a training program to show teachers how to keep children safe online.

Thursday, August 05, 2010  Scammers are finding new ways to try and get your personal information. The elderly are usually the targets of identity theft. Some of those scams specifically target grandparents.

Wednesday, August 04, 2010  Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan is scheduled to be a guest on KHQA's News at 5 on Wednesday, August 4 to discuss the Silver Beat program.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010  Six lawmakers signed a letter Tuesday urging Madigan to join more than a dozen other state attorneys general who are claiming in court the law is unconstitutional.

Tuesday, March 09, 2010  Lisa Madigan's office has a guide seniors can use if they're facing credit problems and it can help them avoid scams like fraudulent mortgage rescue schemes.

Wednesday, February 17, 2010  Some tax-preparation firms offer the loans as a way to get money quickly.

Friday, February 12, 2010  Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan files three lawsuits against companie accused of home scam repairs.