Couples wait in line in Chicago on June 1 for civil-union licenses. Photo for Windy City Times by Andrew Davis

Rosalind displays the engagement ring given to her by Betsy. Photo for Windy City Times by Andrew Davis

Rosalind and Betsy. Photo for Windy City Times by Andrew Davis

The first couple to get a civil-union license in Cook County, JaneanLatricia Watkins and Lakeesha Harris, along with Metropolitan WaterReclamation District Commissioner Debra Shore. Photo for Windy City Times by Andrew Davis