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Home » Governor

Tag: Governor

Posted inNews & Politics

Officials hope much-hyped drug can slow state’s opioid crisis, but is it worth the costs?

by Bill Myers May 16, 2018August 18, 2021

Vivitrol, which costs $1,000 an injection, shows some hope in treating addicts but its aggressive marketing has come under fire, and the drug is not without risks.

Posted inNews & Politics

Unless Illinois is very, very unlucky, Governor Bruce Rauner will be out on his ass in 2018

by Noah Berlatsky December 20, 2017August 18, 2021

Bruce blames everyone but himself for beggaring his state.

Posted inBlogs

Like Governor Rauner, Speaker Madigan says he has the right to do public business in secret

by Mick Dumke August 13, 2015August 18, 2021

Mike Madigan says the Freedom of Information Act doesn’t apply to him.

Posted inBlogs

Governor Rauner reiterates that he plans to keep his meeting schedule private

by Mick Dumke July 22, 2015August 18, 2021

The governor responds to the Reader‘s story about his fight to conceal his schedules from the public.

Posted inBlogs

Governor Rauner says he can hold as many secret meetings on public time as he wants

by Mick Dumke July 20, 2015August 18, 2021

The governor’s office fights to keep his calendars and meeting schedules from the public.

Posted inBlogs

Some Democrats say Governor Rauner is ‘personable’ when he’s not gutting services for the poor and infirm

by Mick Dumke June 12, 2015August 18, 2021

Chicago elected officials who sat down with the governor say sweet talk only goes so far.

Posted inBlogs

As Governor Rauner slashes funds, Mayor Emanuel starts his second term by playing nice

by Mick Dumke May 18, 2015August 18, 2021

In his inauguration speech, Rahm calls for helping underprivileged children—and avoids discussing the city’s financial woes.

Posted inBlogs

Rahm Emanuel’s evolving position on the minimum wage

by Mick Dumke December 4, 2014August 18, 2021

The mayor is certain that the city’s new minimum wage law will help people, starting with him.

Posted inBlogs

To leave a message for Speaker Madigan, press three

by Steve Bogira November 7, 2014August 18, 2021

If you are Governor-Elect Rauner, please stay on the line and someone will be with you shortly.

Posted inBlogs

After campaigning as an outsider, governor-elect Rauner calls on Bill Daley for help

by Mick Dumke November 7, 2014August 18, 2021

In his first press conference since being elected, Bruce Rauner names long-time insiders to his transition team but reveals little about his plans in office.

Posted inBlogs

Governor Quinn calls it quits, but Mayor Emanuel’s campaign never stops

by Mick Dumke November 6, 2014August 18, 2021

At City Hall, attention quickly turns from the governor’s race to Mayor Emanuel’s reelection bid.

Posted inBlogs

The Reader’s 2014 election coverage

by Sarah Collins November 4, 2014August 18, 2021

We got all dressed up in blazers for absolutely nothing.

Posted inBlogs

The election for governor is all about—what else?—money

by Mick Dumke November 4, 2014August 18, 2021

Who’s paid for Pat Quinn and Bruce Rauner to try to win our votes.

Posted inBlogs

Bruce Rauner climbs into the top ten list of Chicago’s political bullies

by Mick Dumke October 28, 2014August 18, 2021

How the GOP candidate for governor compares with other political figures who like to push people around.

Posted inBlogs

Why the candidates for governor are suddenly interested in black voters

by Mick Dumke October 28, 2014August 18, 2021

Amid charges of intimidation and Ebola fear-mongering, the bitter race for governor is likely to be determined by turnout in Chicago.

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