Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Blago Attorney Requests Extension for Appeal
It looks like the world is going to have to wait a bit longer for Rod Blagojevich's version of why he deserves a new trial. Read »
Roland Burris's Tombstone Boo-Boo
Burris School of Politics Lesson One: wait until your career is over before carving your tombstone. Some other African-American might beat you to the Senate. Read »
Opinion: George Ryan Memoir Not A Likely Bestseller
There are only two Illinois politicians whose names can move a book: Abraham Lincoln and Barack Obama. Read »
Rod Blagojevich Is Bad for the Resume
The Obama administration has announced that former Illinois Democratic Party stalwart Sheila Nix has taken the job of Chief of Staff for Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden. But her time as a... Read »
A Horse Named Blago
Illinois politics has inspired many racehorse owners -- including the owner of Illinois Politics. Read »
Blago Teaching History, Actively Involved in Appeal
On one-year anniversary of Rod Blagojevich's incarceration, both his wife and an attorney give details on the former governor's life behind bars. Read »
Who Got a Rawer Deal, Blago or Jackson Jr.?
Jesse Jackson Jr. will serve between 46 and 57 months for embezzling $750,000. Rod Blagojevich is serving 14 years for embezzling $0. Read »
How To Work Your Way Up To Governor
Millionaire Bruce Rauner thinks he can begin his political career in the governor's office. The careers of Illinois governors suggest otherwise. Read »
You're So Vain, I'll Bet You Think This Post Is About You
Jesse Jackson Jr. and Sandi Jackson plead guilty, as vanity undoes two more politicians. Read »
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Who We're Covering
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Barack Obama
He's in the fight for his political life. Should he lose the 2012 election for the presidency, he'll likely move back to Chicago's Kenwood Neighborhood and instantly become Chicago's biggest celebrity.
Jesse Jackson Jr.
After spending much of the past year and a half out of the public eye Triple J is making a comeback!
Rod Blagojevich
Rascally alchemist transmutes disgrace into fame. Celeb Apprentice buffoon, jail time looms.
Joe Walsh
Tea Party conservative who likes to say no, will have to talk more about his personal life if he wants a second term.
Videos
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Jesse Jr. Wants to Serve Prison Time Before Sandi
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Bill Daley Speaks out on Pension Crisis
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Gov. Quinn Watches Game 2 With War Hero
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Raw: Hillary Clinton Speech in Chicago
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Mayor Emanuel Talks Hawks
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McCarthy: We're Making Progress on Crime
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Bill Daley Explores Run for Governor
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Bill Daley To Explore Run For Governor
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Lisa Madigan on Possible Run for Governor
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Emanuel on Governor's Race
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Emanuel on Crime Stats
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Rahm Welcomes Bulls Training Facility To West Side
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Key Democrats Meet To Discuss Pension Plan
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Prosecutors Seek 4-Year Prison Term for JJJ
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Quinn to Madigan, Cullerton: Do Your Jobs
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Student Chefs Serve Up Lunch for Mayor
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Roseland Hospital Gets Temporary, Emergency Reprieve
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City Council Approves More Night Games At Wrigley Field
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New Parking Meter Plan Passes
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Mayor Remarks on Passage of New Parking Deal
Authors
Phil Rogers
Emmy Award-winning reporter with trenchant insight into Chicago's political machinations.
Mary Ann Ahern
WMAQ's Political Reporter since 2006, not afraid of a challenge. Read full bio .
Edward McClelland
Author whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Salon and Slate. Reach him on Twitter using @tedmcclelland.
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