Gov. Pat Quinn

Local Control Part of Concealed Carry Debate

Mike Moen — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:12:54 +0000

Illinois lawmakers are still scrambling to pass a concealed-carry bill. While negotiations continue, the question of whether there should be local control has surfaced in the debate.

Illinois Sees Boost In Tax Revenue

Mike Moen — Tue, 07 May 2013 17:44:59 +0000

Governor Pat Quinn says Illinois' income tax revenue for 2013 will top forecasts by $1.3 billion. He says he'll put the money toward the billions the state owes in unpaid bills.

Quinn Vetoes Gambling Expansion Bill

WNIJ — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:37:53 +0000

Gov. Pat Quinn waited until the last minute to act on a plan that would have given Illinois five new casinos – including one in Rockford – and allowed slot machines at horse race tracks.

Rockford Mayor Larry Morrissey expressed disappointment at the veto but was optimistic that a Rockford-based casino could be approved in the November veto session.

Illinois Watching Mississippi Water Levels

Brian Mackey — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 14:37:06 +0000

Illinois government is keeping a close eye on conditions along the Mississippi River. Governor Pat Quinn says he's working "night and day" with other top Illinois leaders on ways to address the critically low water levels on the river.

Prison Sale Moves Ahead; 1,100 Jobs Expected

WNIJ — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 19:31:58 +0000

The federal Bureau of Prisons today filed documents in federal court in Rockford to acquire Thomson Correctional Center at a price of $165 million. More than 1,100 jobs are expected to be generated once the facility is fully operational.

The announcement was made this afternoon at the prison by Gov. Pat Quinn, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL), and Thomson Mayor Jerry “Duke” Hebeler, who initially proposed in 2009 that the prison be sold to the federal government as an economic boost to the area.