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Monday, January 28, 2013  Talks continue at the local level on how to consolidate Illinois 44 Regional Offices of Education.

Friday, April 27, 2012  The Health Care Council of Illinois sponsored a rally event at the Sycamore Healthcare Centre in Quincy Friday.

Tuesday, April 24, 2012  Would you pay for your child to ride the school bus everyday? That could become your only option if Illinois school districts decide to charge parents a bus fee due to an enormous slash in transportation funding.

Thursday, March 22, 2012  Illinois students who need grants to pay for their college education should not expect help from the state.

Monday, February 27, 2012  Illinois Governor Pat Quinn's recent budget proposal has mental health facilities worried about their future.

Monday, May 09, 2011  City leaders from Illinois area cities are expected to meet with lawmakers Monday to voice their concerns about the potential budget reductions.

Thursday, May 05, 2011  Mental health providers suffer from disproportionate budget cuts.

Wednesday, May 04, 2011  Word from the state is that Governor Pat Quinn may keep a portion of tax money due to cities across the state to make up for the state's budget woes.

Friday, July 31, 2009  Illinois governor Pat Quinn outlines more budget cuts

Tuesday, June 16, 2009  Illinois AFSCME union chief says furloughs and cuts can't be the only thing that will help balance the state budget.

Thursday, September 06, 2007  The Illinois House has scheduled a series of hearings around the state in an effort to build support for reversing many of the governor's budget cuts.