Oct 1, 2009 | The Capitol Fax Blog
Yikes. * Former Senate appropriations director Elgie Sims is running for Cook County Board against that goofy Bill Beavers.
The Governor's race is tightening up. Andy McKenna and Matt Murphy have formed a coalition, with the former taking Matt out of the first race and putting him in the race for Lt.
Winners Announced for '09 Musclecar Madness
The winners for the '09 Musclecar Madness at the York Reunion show are hereby announced for both inside and outside shows held on July 10-11, 2009 at the York Expo Center, York Fairgrounds.
LOCKPORT: Canal closed during search
By Bill Wolcott bill.wolcott@lockportjournal.com Lockport police, the Niagara County Sheriff's Department and state police searched in vain nine hours for a possible drowning victim in the Erie Barge Canal from Exchange Street to the Matt Murphy Way Bridge.
Democrats Hike Income Tax 67%, Tax Services, Approve Four Casinos
A 50% income tax hike was not high enough. Slot machines in every convenience store and tavern wouldn't tempt enough people.
Slots at Arlington Park clears hurdle
Up to 1,000 slot machines could be coming to Arlington Park racetrack whether the village of Arlington Heights likes it or not.
Firemen Honored at Appreciation Dinner
Firemen of the Manhattan Fire Protection District were together on Saturday evening at Green Garden Country Club for an appreciation dinner that honors many for their years of service and commitment to the district, whether as a full-time member or volunteer.
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