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Thursday, April 18, 2013  A Mississippi man arrested for mailing suspected ricin to leaders; claimed conspiracy to sell body parts

Monday, April 01, 2013  With big political issues seemingly settled, Gang of Eight turns to immigration plan's details

Friday, March 01, 2013  State Senators passed the expansion Thursday. It now goes to the House.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  Illinois Governor Pat Quinn called on lawmakers to raise the state's minimum wage, allow online voter registration and ban assault weapons.

Friday, January 25, 2013  Republican Aaron Schock of Peoria says he hopes other GOP hopefuls will step aside for his campaign.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  Senators Grassley, Reid, Manchin: Let's have a debate on guns, violence, and mental health

Tuesday, December 13, 2011  The U.S. Postal Service has voluntarily agreed to put in place a five-month moratorium on closing postal facilities, including Quincy's distribution center.

Tuesday, October 18, 2011  Ban on chewing tobacco at games and on camera.

Tuesday, August 09, 2011  The races targeting incumbent Republicans morphed into a high-stakes political fight with national implications as tens of millions of dollars poured into the state.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011  In our Facebook Story of the Day for June 14, we're talking about the banning of a certain type of app.

Monday, June 06, 2011  Democratic senators tell Biden GOP Medicare plan shouldn't be part of deficit negotiations

Wednesday, January 05, 2011  Newly elected speaker John Boehner hailed the Republican Party's return to control of the House Wednesday, vowing a more open legislative process but acknowledging that "a great deal of scar tissue has built up on both sides of the aisle."

Monday, March 22, 2010  State senators have approved a proposal to set up a High Speed Rail Commission for Illinois.

Thursday, February 25, 2010  Lawmakers receiving campaign donations of more than $250 during the legislative session would have to report them within 48 hours.

Thursday, October 22, 2009  Public health insurance plan gaining favor with senators; White House completing health bill