100918 Bruce Rauner announces Illinois technology hub at NIU

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Gov. Bruce Rauner and DeKalb Mayor Jerry Smith share a laugh Tuesday at the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center at Northern Illinois University, prior to the announcement of NIU's involvement in the Illinois Innovation Network in partnership with the University of Illinois system. The Illinois Innovation Network brings together community leaders, innovation-minded groups, enterprises, and educational institutions on a common platform where they can connect with each other to further innovation and economic growth in Illinois.