Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Supporter Sends Jackson Jr. Letter to Wrong Judge
Cook County Commissioner Jerry “Iceman” Butler is the latest public official to write a Federal Judge in Washington, pleading for leniency for former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. Butler directed his... Read »
Emanuel Calls For Longer Gun Possession Sentences
Mayor Rahm Emanuel calls Illinois's system of punishing felons for illegal gun possession "a turnstile and a revolving door." Read »
Cellini Gets 1 Year Prison Sentence, Fine
William Cellini, 77, was once known to political insiders as the King of Clout for his behind-the-scenes influence in state government. Read »
Sentencing Delayed for Key Blago Witness
A sentencing hearing for the man responsible for bringing down impeached former Gov. Rod Blagojevich has been delayed. Read »
Heart Attack Will Delay Cellini's Sentencing
William Cellini faces a sentence of up to 20 years in prison for an extortion charge and up to 10 years for solicitation of a bribe. Read »
Tony Rezko Blabs About Blago
Convicted Illinois fundraiser Antoin "Tony" Rezko broke his silence behind bars this week and told a local publication he was "shocked" when a judge sentenced him to more than a decade in prison for fraud and... Read »
Rezko Gets 7.5 Years for Fraud
Rod Blagojevich confidante Tony Rezko was sentenced Thursday to 90 months for fraud charges stemming from his failed chain of fast food franchises. Read »
Rezko Gets 7.5 Years for Fraud
Rod Blagojevich confidante Tony Rezko was sentenced Thursday to 90 months for fraud charges stemming from his failed chain of fast food franchises. Rezko, who appeared before Judge James Zagel in green jail... Read »
Attorneys: Blago Juror May Have Broken Court Rules
Defense attorneys for convicted former Gov. Rod Blagojevich are asking a federal judge for an emergency hearing to determine if a new trial is warranted. Read »
Blago Gets Surrender Date Extension
Rod Blagojevich's attorneys on Tuesday requested a 30-day extension on the date the former governor must report to prison. 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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Are CPS Welcoming Schools Better Than The Closed Ones?
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Rahm, Byrd-Bennett Discuss CPS Closings
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Meet the Kid Who Took on Rahm
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A Tale of Two Schools
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Outbursts, Protests as School Board Closes Schools
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CTU President Reacts to Closure Vote
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Mayor on Political Consequences
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Rahm Pledges With Tornado Recovery If Needed
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Mayor Not Worried About Political Fallout from School Closures
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Quinn 'Open Minded' About Medical Marijuana Bill
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Parents of Sandy Hook Victims Join Quinn in Quest for Gun Control
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Quinn: Pension Reform Before Gaming Bill
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Perception Not Reality On Mag Mile Safety: McCarthy
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Demonstrators Arrested in Final School Closure Fight
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CTU's Lewis on Re-Election
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Preckwinkle Takes Issue With School Closures
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McCormick Place Wouldn't Automatically Get Chicago Casino: Rahm
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Mayor Seeks to Protect Chicago Interests in State Gun Law
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Rahm Unconcerned About Low Poll Numbers
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Downtown Robberies Come as Summer Tourism Season Starts
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