Statewide Illinois http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/-t1.htm Discussions about Illinois outside of Cook County. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:50:37 GMT 10 Statewide Illinois http://dion-designs.com/img/empty.gif http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/-t1.htm Black ministers endorse County Board President Todd Stroger for re-election http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/black-ministers-endorse-county-board-president-todd-stroger-for-re-election-t1067.htm Anonymous About 100 African-American ministers gave embattled Cook County Board President Todd Stroger their much-anticipated endorsement for re-election today, saying black voters must stay "united" or risk losing the government seats they hold. Two of Stroger's three African-American rivals in the Democratic primary boycotted the ministers' stated attempt to find a "consensus" black candidate because they said the group was dominated by Stroger supporters, and the outcome was ... Statewide Illinois Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:50:37 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/black-ministers-endorse-county-board-president-todd-stroger-for-re-election-t1067.htm#15662 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/black-ministers-endorse-county-board-president-todd-stroger-for-re-election-t1067.htm Too Bad The Mailmain Isn't This Bright http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/too-bad-the-mailmain-isn-t-this-bright-t1021.htm Anonymous Police: Man says pot crop is for his dog September 14, 2009 By JOE HOSEY jhosey@scn1.com JOLIET -- The cops found a pair of large pot plants growing in the back yard of a Twin Falls Drive residence last week, but the man of the house explained he was only growing them to train his dog, police said. Not only that, the police say, when asked about the marijuana flourishing in his backyard, the man claimed to possess a "controlled substance license." ยป Click to enlarge ... Statewide Illinois Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:28:38 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/too-bad-the-mailmain-isn-t-this-bright-t1021.htm#15131 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/too-bad-the-mailmain-isn-t-this-bright-t1021.htm Illinois Sales Taxes Increase Tuesday http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/illinois-sales-taxes-increase-tuesday-t993.htm Anonymous SPRINGFIELD, Ill. | Illinois consumers will pay more for toiletries, candy, soft drinks and liquor starting Tuesday as lawmakers raise cash to pay for a statewide construction program. Most candy -- currently carrying a 1 percent sales tax -- will be taxed at 6.25 percent. And it'll be the same for shampoos and toothpastes that until now were considered "medicated." Bottled soft drinks with added sweetener or flavoring, such as iced tea, will be taxed more. And liquor distributors ... Statewide Illinois Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:49:13 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/illinois-sales-taxes-increase-tuesday-t993.htm#14714 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/illinois-sales-taxes-increase-tuesday-t993.htm There's no way out." Drew Peterson http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/there-s-no-way-out-drew-peterson-t829.htm UrRight http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090523/ap_on_re_us/us_drew_peterson It's not so much about the unfortunate happenings to the disappearance of their wives. It's about domestic violence.Sometimes a cry for help comes to late. Until women and also men who are being abused, whether physically or verbally, take a stance to separate themselves, seek counseling on how to control their situation, nothing will change. Except, two wives who lost their lives for a clown who smirked and laughed ... Statewide Illinois Sat, 23 May 2009 03:43:04 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/there-s-no-way-out-drew-peterson-t829.htm#12994 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/there-s-no-way-out-drew-peterson-t829.htm Blago impeached http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/blago-impeached-t219.htm Bill B
From the resignation pool thread:
Impeachment by 1/15/09. No special election.

cheers]]> Statewide Illinois Fri, 09 Jan 2009 21:11:56 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/blago-impeached-t219.htm#3039 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/blago-impeached-t219.htm Well, Well, Just Another Unf&K*!believable Peterson Quote! http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/well-well-just-another-unfkbelievable-peterson-quote-t540.htm UrRight http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/heraldnews/news/1463485,Joliet-exclusive-Peterson-case-immunity-JO030509.article It's just a matter of time, Drew; a matter of time.... Exclusive: Immunity deal offered in Peterson case Here's a dose of it: Immunity deal The immunity agreement signed by Glasgow is contingent on Morphey making a "full, truthful and complete statement of all information he has concerning the disappearance of Stacy Peterson and the activities of himself ... Statewide Illinois Sat, 07 Mar 2009 14:05:48 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/well-well-just-another-unfkbelievable-peterson-quote-t540.htm#9428 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/well-well-just-another-unfkbelievable-peterson-quote-t540.htm Name That Book! Make us laugh! http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/name-that-book-make-us-laugh-t539.htm UrRight Blago, as you all know, is getting a book deal. He already set out to name it, "The Governor." Although I mentioned it in another post, I thought it would be fun if posters suggested a better name for the $24.95 book due out this coming October, 2009, in which I recommend NO ONE SHOULD EVEN THINK OF BUYING! It would be fun to see what you guys would name it. As I already mentioned, my choice would be, "Hair Today; Gone Tomorrow". Let it roll; we need some laughs. ... Statewide Illinois Sat, 07 Mar 2009 13:55:48 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/name-that-book-make-us-laugh-t539.htm#9426 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/name-that-book-make-us-laugh-t539.htm It Just Keeps On Rollin' with Rockin' Rod! http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/it-just-keeps-on-rollin-with-rockin-rod-t283.htm UrRight http://www.southtownstar.com/news/1383395,011809krozel.article Click for the full story, but here's the corker: (Gosh, I hate this guy....stupid enough not to be a governor, but elected anyway...) When asked to explain the appointment, a Blagojevich spokeswoman sent an e-mail message, blaming the scrutiny on a disgruntled employee. But around the time that Krozel was promoted, Blagojevich was trying to squeeze campaign contributions from her father-in-law, according to the government. ... Statewide Illinois Mon, 19 Jan 2009 01:25:33 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/it-just-keeps-on-rollin-with-rockin-rod-t283.htm#4755 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/it-just-keeps-on-rollin-with-rockin-rod-t283.htm Roland Burris/Big ego http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/roland-burris-big-ego-t199.htm party42 Roland Burris's Monument to Me Roland Burris, the man Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich picked to succeed Barack Obama in the Senate, might get to etch another accolade into the monument he built for himself if this appointment goes through. You see, Burris has already charted his esteemed career path on the walls of his future grave in Chicago's Oak Woods Cemetery (pictured here). Beneath a seal of the state of Illinois, Burris lists his accomplishments to date, and there seems to be ... Statewide Illinois Thu, 08 Jan 2009 01:38:37 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/roland-burris-big-ego-t199.htm#2450 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/roland-burris-big-ego-t199.htm George Ryan and Public Trust http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/george-ryan-and-public-trust-t447.htm sparks BigWhiteGuy wrote:sparks wrote:Lake county will be far better off if Mayor McDermott is running the Democratic party here. He has shown a willingness to make cuts that make government more efficient. Unfortunately, at the county level, there is a group of politicians that are determined to keep things just the way they are so that they can protect their patronage power. There is an a very good story in today's Post-Tribune about how the rest of the state is moving toward more efficient government ... Statewide Illinois Sat, 14 Feb 2009 15:35:03 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/george-ryan-and-public-trust-t447.htm#8130 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/george-ryan-and-public-trust-t447.htm Filene's closing two Chicago area stores http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/filene-s-closing-two-chicago-area-stores-t296.htm hermann muenster Oh No! Not Filene's! And, I never got to "run with the brides"! Filene's closing 2 Chicago-area stores January 20, 2009 11:13 PM | No Comments Filene's Basement said Tuesday that it plans to close about a third of its 36 stores, including two in the Chicago area, the Boston Globe reports. The chain, which is known for its annual "Running of the Brides" gown sale and discounted clothing, has been unable to negotiate rent reductions at 11 locations and plans ... Statewide Illinois Wed, 21 Jan 2009 05:52:29 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/filene-s-closing-two-chicago-area-stores-t296.htm#5111 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/filene-s-closing-two-chicago-area-stores-t296.htm the resignation pool http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/the-resignation-pool-t4.htm the oracle
im picking the friday after christmas! cant get a slower news cycle day than that.]]> Statewide Illinois Tue, 16 Dec 2008 01:57:05 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/the-resignation-pool-t4.htm#13 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/the-resignation-pool-t4.htm Here, Party42, a recent item I read long ago....re: Burris, the "Tombstone" http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/here-party42-a-recent-item-i-read-long-agore-burris-the-tombstone-t270.htm UrRight http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/columnists/chi-kass-16-jan16,0,5900621.column Geeze, it cracks me up. He's now welcomed with open arms. The beat goes on......the beat goes on....Laddy la la me...laddy la la you. Well, if I remember, this is how politicians "WORK". Anyway, "HEEEEER's TOMBSTONE!" Statewide Illinois Fri, 16 Jan 2009 20:51:15 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/here-party42-a-recent-item-i-read-long-agore-burris-the-tombstone-t270.htm#4477 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/here-party42-a-recent-item-i-read-long-agore-burris-the-tombstone-t270.htm Burris Contradicts Himself; Blago Recommended to Undergoe Psyco Test... http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/burris-contradicts-himself-blago-recommended-to-undergoe-psyco-test-t215.htm UrRight Boy, I knew Burris wasn't the "innocent" guy with an impeccable past: http://www.suntimes.com/news/metro/blagojevich/1369257,CST-NWS-impeach09.article And a psychiatric exam is advised for Blago: http://www.suntimes.com/news/metro/blagojevich/1369257,CST-NWS-impeach09.article And Louis Farrakhan should know: That's how he runs his church: http://www.suntimes.com/news/metro/blagojevich/1369253,CST-NWS-farra09.article It just gets better. Statewide Illinois Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:59:27 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/burris-contradicts-himself-blago-recommended-to-undergoe-psyco-test-t215.htm#2919 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/burris-contradicts-himself-blago-recommended-to-undergoe-psyco-test-t215.htm ONE "SICK" FAMILY... http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/one-sick-family-t175.htm UrRight http://www.southtownstar.com/news/1362217,quinn-blagojevich-0105.article The Republican says lawmakers should impeach Blagojevich so Illinois can move on. That includes allowing Lt. Gov Pat Quinn to appoint a replacement to fill Obama's Senate seat. Kirk said the entire state is at a "standstill" because of the corruption allegations. He claims Blagojevich has "severe" psychological problems. http://www.southtownstar.com/news/1361960,010509blagobro.article The ... Statewide Illinois Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:10:55 GMT http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/one-sick-family-t175.htm#2074 http://nofree.forumotion.com/statewide-illinois-f1/one-sick-family-t175.htm