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Possible foreclosure fraud prompts investigation by feds
October 7, 2010Attorney General Eric Holder announced a federal investigation into possible fraud by big banks foreclosing on homeowners.
Read moreEconomists predict stormy weather ahead
October 6, 2010In a live webcast conference yesterday, top left-to-moderate economists painted a grim picture, especially with the current Republican-induced paralysis in Congress.
Read moreLegalizing civil unions nears in Illinois
October 6, 2010For decades gay and lesbian rights activists here and throughout Illinois fought to end discrimination against people in housing and employment based on their sexual orientation.
Read morePoll: candidates backing health care likely victors in November
October 6, 2010Fifty-four percent of voters say they would be more likely to back a candidate who supported health care reform. That number includes 51 percent of independents and 70 percent of Democratic voters.
Read moreWhite House summit seeks to boost community colleges
October 6, 2010President Obama hosted a White House summit aimed at strengthening community colleges, the largest section of the U.S. higher education system.
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