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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Biss’ flood management bill moves to governor

May 28, 2014

A bill sponsored by state Sen. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) aiming to help communities deal with flooding passed the Illinois Senate on Friday and now goes to Gov. Pat Quinn (D) for approval. The bill...

House to consider Biss’ retirement savings bill

May 22, 2014

A bill sponsored by state Sen. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) that would make it easier for some residents to create retirement savings plans can now be considered by the full Illinois House of Representatives...

Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn on Tuesday used his amendatory veto powers to send the concealed-carry legislation back to the General Assembly. He called for a reversal of a measure that prevents local municipalities like Evanston from passing their own gun laws.

Proposed Evanston weapons ban hangs in balance amid concealed-carry debate

July 3, 2013

Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn used his amendatory veto powers to send a concealed-carry bill back to state lawmakers on Tuesday, signaling an uncertain future for Evanston's proposed ban on assault weapons. Among...

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