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Column: Lawyers give cash to and get money from Southland politicians, campaign records show

Calumet City Mayor and state Rep. Thaddeus Jones collected more than $161,000 worth of contributions during the three months ending March 31.

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Millions invested in Doris Turner, Sandy Hamilton in state Senate race

A total of $4.7 million is invested so far in the Illinois 48th Senate District race, which is $1.2 million more than the 2018 race.

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Doris Turner, Sandy Hamilton seek election to 48th Senate District

Opponents State Sen. Doris Turner and state Rep. Sandy Hamilton step up accusations against each other as the Nov. 8 general election draws closer

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Madison County board member raises concerns about Tharp's simultaneous county, state employment

During the Madison County Board meeting on Oct. 19, board member Mick Madison (R-Bethalto) raised concerns about Democratic Sen. Kris Tharp continuing his employment with the county as Jail Administrator while simultaneously serving as a state senator.

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Capitol Fax: Dems bringing in the moolah, so how can they lose?

Capitol Fax: Dems bringing in the moolah, so how can they lose?

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