Tags: Illinois

Is forming an "exploratory campaign"

Not waiting for legislation awaiting the governor's approval

Last leader quit after his support of gay marriage drew ire from the party faithful

Didn't solve any fiscal problems, either

Bluest legislature in the Midwest states to adjourn this evening

University trustees approved the move in a 8-2 vote

In exchange for more gun-free zones

Unknown yet whether governor will sign it

Received criticism for supporting recognition

To deal with lack of action from state legislature (and also give him control over licenses)

Illinois has moratorium legislation in the works

Which won't actually help keep those jobs

Rick Odell Smith, 43, allegedly killed five before getting fatally shot in gun battle with police

Texas trying to lure down companies from high-tax Illinois

Now heads to Senate

They've done wonders for the state so far!

Ran on a platform with strong pro-gun control message

Second Republican to do so

State Rep. Ed Sullivan Jr. (R- Mundelein) has a mother-in-law who has been in a same-sex relationship