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Trump isn't alone in geopolitical aspirations; some in Illinois say they also want change
And they contend the Democratic-led cities have so much clout in state government that rural, Republican voices get drowned ...
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Indiana lawmaker says proposal to absorb 33 Illinois counties reflects real discontent
In recent years, 33 Illinois counties have said they've had it with the state, and have voted to secede — or leave Illinois altogether. Now, an Indiana bill is looking to capitalize on all of ...
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Indiana lawmakers advance plan to take counties from Illinois
INDIANAPOLIS — A plan to have several Illinois counties join Indiana has advanced to the Indiana Senate. House Bill 1008 passed out of the House on Thursday, Feb. 20. It now heads to the Indiana ...
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New neighbors? Bill to explore annexing Illinois counties moves out of House committee
A House committee on Monday approved a bill that could start an unusual and unlikely process through which several dozen Illinois counties could join the state of Indiana. In an 11-1 vote ...
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Analysis finds 7 southern Illinois counties among 10 poorest in the state. See full list
These are the 10 poorest counties in Illinois, according to finance website SmartAsset, which reviewed 2024 data on income and more. Seth Perlman AP Seven southern Illinois counties were recently ...
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Indiana lawmakers advance plan to take counties from Illinois
INDIANAPOLIS — A plan to have several Illinois counties join Indiana has advanced to the Indiana Senate. House Bill 1008 passed out of the House on Thursday, Feb. 20. It now heads to the Indiana ...