Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Zachary Fardon Nominated to Succeed Patrick Fitzgerald
A former federal prosecutor was nominated Thursday for U.S. attorney, succeeding Patrick Fitzgerald, Sens. Dick Durbin and Mark Kirk announced. Read »
Sen. Kirk To Support Pritzker Confirmation
Commerce Secretary confirmation hearings scheduled for Thursday. Read »
Durbin Favors Pritzker as U.S. Secretary of Commerce
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin says President Barack Obama's nominee for Secretary of Commerce is an excellent choice to head the federal agency. Read »
Durbin Speaks at May Day March
The Illinois Senator spoke Wednesday to a crowd of several thousand people at a downtown rally. The May Day event has become an annual cry for easing the nation's immigration laws. Read »
Dick Durbin Don't Need No Stinkin' Badger
The carferry S.S. Badger is getting a two-year reprieve on coal ash dumping. Sen. Dick Durbin doesn't like it. Read »
Durbin Discusses Violence With Chicago Students
Senator visits Urban Academy Friday to discuss solutions with male students at high-performing school. Watch »
How Illinois Voted on DOMA
Three current members of the state's congressional delegation voted on the Defense of Marriage Act: Dick Durbin and Bobby Rush "yes," Luis Gutierrez "no." Read »
Sources: Lightfoot Out of Running for U.S. Attorney
As the list of candidates to replace former U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald dwindles, sources report that Lori Lightfoot is out of running, leaving Zachary Fardon as the likely nominee from the White House. Read »
Durbin To Hold Hearing on Drone Strikes
Sen. Dick Durbin will chair a hearing entitled "Drone Wars: The Constitutional and Counterterrorism Implications of Targeted Killings." Read »
Durbin Introduces Bills For Prosthetics Research
Sen. Dick Durbin on Monday announced he would soon be introducing two bills that aim to help veterans returning from combat with serious injuries. Read »
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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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City Defends Proposed Parking Meter Plan
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Illinois House Approves Concealed Carry Bill
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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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