University blames Gov. Rauner's "inaction" for why 900 workers could be given pink slips.

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The proposal was unveiled by House Republicans on Monday night. Under the deal, there would be an increase in military and domestic spending, and the federal borrowing limit would also rise over the next two years.

President Barack Obama signed an order, required by law, that set in motion automatic, government-wide spending cuts of $85 billion. CNN.com has the complete story.  Read More