Topinka’s Death Renews Talk of Merging OfficesTopinka’s Death Renews Talk of Merging OfficesThe unexpected death of Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka has renewed talk of combining the office's duties with those of the state treasurer.Associated PressAssociated Press
Lisa Madigan Won’t Run for Governor, Instead Will Seek Re-election as Illinois Attorney GeneralLisa Madigan Won’t Run for Governor, Instead Will Seek Re-election as Illinois Attorney GeneralThe decision by Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan to seek re-election may have put a cramp into the plans of at least two Democratic politicians — state Sen. Kwame Raoul and Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon.Associated PressAssociated Press