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Illinois gov + politics reporter for @CapitolNewsIL. Corn dog connoisseur, White Sox fan. Always @DePaulJOUR, @UISPAR. Tips: bmoore@capitolnewsillinois.com

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Springfield recovering after impasse, but will it last?

Springfield recovering after impasse, but will it last?

This piece assesses Springfield's recovery from the budget impasse a year after it ended.

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Rauner calls for death penalty for cop killers, mass murderers

Rauner calls for death penalty for cop killers, mass murderers

Gov. Bruce Rauner issued an amendatory veto of a bill that would have mandated a 72-hour cooling period for t…

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As primaries loom, downstate Democrats look for a way back

As primaries loom, downstate Democrats look for a way back

Ahead of the 2018 Illinois Democratic gubernatorial primary, I took a look at the state of the party in downs…

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AG candidates agree on issues, spar on ethics

AG candidates agree on issues, spar on ethics

The Democratic candidates for Illinois Attorney General debated in Springfield before the March primary. With…

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Mendoza makes case in comptroller's race - The DePaulia

Mendoza makes case in comptroller's race - The DePaulia

It’s hard to ignore the possible ramifications. Munger, Gov. Bruce Rauner’s hand-appointed selection followin…

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Report finds ‘pattern and practice’ of sexual harassment by ex-Rep. Harry Benton

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By Brenden Moore Verified, Ben Szalinski Verified
| The Times Weekly Verified
Speaker knew about 2023 incident but left it unaddressed for months Springfield, Disgraced ex-Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, violated state law by committing two acts of sexual harassment, according to a summary legislative inspector general report made public Friday afternoon. LIG Mike McCuskey said the instances were “part of a pattern and practice of inappropriate sexual conduct” by Benton that began soon after he took his initial sexual harassment training as a newly elected member in 2023.
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Local news and sports for La Salle County, Illinois and Bureau County, Illinois

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By Stephanie Jaquins, Brenden Moore Verified, Kevin Chlum Verified
| News Tribune Verified
QX80 Autograph offers big luxury, bold look The full-size luxury SUV segment continues to evolve, with buyers expecting premium accommodations, … Jul 13, 2026 9:00 PM
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Report finds 'pattern and practice' of sexual harassment by ex-Rep. Harry Benton

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By Brenden Moore Verified, Ben Szalinski Verified
| Quad-City Times Verified
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