By CHRISTOPHER WILLS
– The Associated Press
Out of house news story
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois lawmakers took a step toward offering legal recognition to gay couples Tuesday when the House narrowly voted to create civil unions that would carry some of the benefits and obligations of marriage.
Supporters presented it as an issue of basic fairness. Opponents argued it moves Illinois closer to legalizing same-sex marriages. . . .
Pritchard, who described the debate on the House floor Tuesday as thoughtful and emotional, said the issue comes down to what people feel are impacts on religious values. Click here to continue reading.
