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WNIJ news – A prominent activist paid a visit to Northern Illinois University this week. Former Army National Guard Lieutenant, Daniel Choi, discussed the repeal of the military's ban on gays. WNIJ's Caitlin Ketel has more:

WNIJ news – Members of Congress are back in their home districts. In some states, they're hearing from angry constituents who are voicing their displeasure with the budget plan being pushed by House Republicans. Freshman GOP Congressman, Randy Hultgren, is hosting town hall meetings for voters in Illinois' 14th district. He spoke with WNIJ's Mike Moen:

WNIJ news – NIU survey aims to inform students about eating healthy when dining out. WNIJ's Mike Moen has more:

By Dan Klefstad

WNIJ news – The buzzword is "transparency" at a state-wide series of redistricting hearings. On Tuesday, a panel of Illinois House members hosted one of these meetings in Rockford. WNIJ's Susan Stephens reports: