By Andrew Thomason | Illinois Statehouse News SPRINGFIELD —The federal government is trying to crack down on abuse of food stamp benefits, as the cost of the nationwide program continues to climb toward record heights.
Category | Blagojevich Trial Video
Gov Quinn’s Verdict Reaction
August 17, 2010
Gov. Pat Quinn reacts to the Blagojevich verdict 8-17-10
Blago Vodcast 7-28-10
July 28, 2010
CHICAGO — As the jury begins deliberations in the Rod Blagojevich corruption trial, the defendants and defense lawyers gave their lasting impressions.
Blagojevich Vodcast 7-27-10
July 27, 2010
With closing arguments out of the way, the life of former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich is now left in the jury’s hands. Kevin Lee has the latest from the Blagojevich corruption trial.
Blagojevich Vodcast 07-26-10
July 27, 2010
Closing arguments began on Monday in the corruption trial of Rod Blagojevich, but the big news of the day was the squabble between defense attorney Sam Adam, Jr. and federal judge James B. Zagel. YouTube
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