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Gov. Quinn approves pension reforms Endorsement to alleviate $100 billion debt Staff Report Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn signed into law Thursday a massive reform of the state’s worst-in-the-nation pension system. Behind closed doors, and absent the fanfare that surrounded his endorsement of same-sex marriage last month, Quinn quietly approved the bill, marking a historic day in Illinois’ long-standing fiscal struggles. The bill, which narrowly passed in the Illinois General Assembly earlier this week, will try to alleviate the $100 billion owed by the state to government employees by raising the minimum retirement age and minimizing cost of living adjustments for public workers. While the Governor offered only a simple statement following his signature—that “Illinois is moving forward”—the pension overhaul is a significant victory for him as he heads into next year’s gubernatorial election. In months leading up to Tuesday’s special pension session, Quinn received significant criticism for what some—including Sen. Dale Righter of Mattoon—saw as a redistribution of public money in order to fund Chicago schools and programs—an area that will likely wield significant influence in his bid for re-election. Even before Quinn’s endorsement Thursday, unions across the state had begun prepping for a legal battle over the bill that will likely reach the Illinois Supreme Court. Union members, including Eastern’s own University Professionals of Illinois (UPI) chapter, fully expect a long-term fight over the constitutionality of the legislation, and have aligned themselves in statewide coalitions accordingly. Legal arguments over the bill have mainly stemmed from parts of the Illinois State Constitution that stipulates pension benefits as “enforceable contractual relationships” that “shall not be diminished or impaired.”

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Adrienne Harvey, of Charleston, and her five children, Brock, 11; Noah, 6; Brody, 8; Jonah, 5; and Meredith, 3, all enjoy the Christmas parade on Dec. 1, 2012 in downtown Charleston. Harvey said this was the first year they attended the holiday celebration.

Christmas in Heart of Charleston event, play productions to kick off holiday season Staff Report Carriage rides around the square, Santa Claus in City Hall and Christmas-themed productions playing on stage – Christmas in the Heart of Charleston returns Saturday. The Christmas-inspired event “Christmas in the Heart of Charleston” will take place from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday in the Charleston square. The event is free for community members, and it offers different Christmas activities for all age groups. Beginning with a parade at 4:30 p.m., the allafternoon event features different attractions for community members. Colorful costumed characters will be featured in the parade as well. This year’s “Christmas in the Heart of

Charleston” will begin with a holiday parade that starts at 4:30 p.m. Inside the City Hall, children can meet Santa and have the opportunity to share their Christmas lists. Free carriage rides around the square will be offered, as well as various free performances and snacks. Volunteers help put together the event every year and local businesses will also participate. Capping off the evening will be performances by members of the Charleston Alley Theatre, putting on their production of “Miracle on 34th Street” – portrayed as a mock radio broadcast. The performance begins the day before – Friday, but will continue on to 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. The Friday performance begins at 7 p.m. The play centers around a shopping mall

Santa who is convinced he is the real deal and comes into contact with 6-year-old Susan, giving her something to believe in. Along with “Miracle on 34th Street,” another production of a classic Christmas story will unfold – this time at the Tarble Arts Center. The Charleston Community Theatre will perform “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play” Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The Friday performance is at 7:30 p.m., the Saturday showing is at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and the Sunday performance begins at 2 p.m. “It’s a Wonderful Life” centers on George Bailey as he navigates the Christmas season with his guardian angel Clarence. Like “Miracle on 34th Street,” this play is also produced as a mock radio show, this time with a 1940s style.

Eastern workers to prepare Student Senate to hand out campus after snowfall snacks at Booth Library

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With estimates of one to three inches of snow to accumulate Thursday night and roughly one to two inches more on Friday, groundskeepers will be working to clear the sidewalks and parking lots on campus. The temperatures are supposed to be in the mid-20s, and there is a 70 percent chance of precipitation, according to weather.gov. The Eastern groundskeepers will be at work early Friday to clear the sidewalks and

parking lots on campus in order to make sure the campus is safe for students and community members getting around said Vicki Woodard, the coordinator of public information. “Safety is a top priority of the university ,and I do know, for example, that the groundskeepers will be out several hours before the start of the school day shoveling the parking lots, sidewalks and such to make them as clear as possible for the school day,” Woodard said. WEATHER, page 5

By Tati Poelinitz Staff Reporter | @DEN_News

The Student Senate is passing out snacks from 4 until 7 p.m. Sunday in the Booth Library for students as they prepare for finals. Kathryn English, the student vice president for academic affairs, said this would be easy for students to come while taking a break. They would not have to leave the library to eat and get distracted. She said it is better for students to come to the library because it is closer to get

snacks instead of going other places. English also said the difference between this year and last year is that they will have more options to choose from. They will have drink options of Starbucks coffee, water and tea. Along with food options of Goldfish, pretzels, chips and other snacks as well. The senate passed a resolution to allow $285 for the snacks and drinks. English said this is something students would appreciate, and last year they received a lot of good feedback. SNACKS, page 5


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