Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Washington 'Scandal' Expert Goes To Court With JJJ
One of the people accompanying Jesse Jackson Jr. into federal court Wednesday has been dubbed Washington's ultimate fixer. Read »
'I'm Sorry I Let Them Down:' Jesse Jackson Jr.
Jesse Jackson Jr. sent a message back home as he left a federal courtroom after pleading guilty to misusing campaign funds. "I love everybody back home," Jackson told NBC Chicago. "I'm sorry I let them down." 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 »
Jackson Jr. Pleads Guilty To Misusing Campaign Funds
Former Illinois Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. on Wednesday pleaded guilty in federal court to misusing hundreds of thousands of dollars in campaign funds. Read »
Where Rahm Emanuel Stands On 2nd District Race
A short five years ago Rahm Emanuel recruited Debbie Halvorson to run for Congress. Back then he lobbied moderate Democrats, even pro-gun Democrats like Halvorson. Read »
Robin Kelly Denies Link to Bloomberg Super PAC
As the race heats up to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in the 2nd District, candidate Robin Kelly shot back Monday about accusations that she has ties to New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg or his super PAC that... Read »
Jackson Asks For Prayers After Son's Charges
“During this difficult and painful ordeal, our family has felt the impact of your prayers and calls," Rev. Jackson said Monday in a statement. "So many ministers have reached out to us, and we thank you. The... Read »
Halvorson Eyes the Prize After Hutchinson Withdrawal
Former U.S. Rep. Debbie Halvorson believes her chances of winning Jesse Jackson Jr.'s vacant U.S. House seat have just been given a boost. Read »
Hutchinson Leaves Race to Congress, Endorses Kelly
State Sen. Toi Hutchinson dropped out of the contest to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in Congress Sunday and threw her support behind former Rep. Robin Kelly. Read »
Quinn: Jackson Charges 'Major Sad Day For Our State'
The seemingly frivolous cause of Jackson's undoing is seen by political observers and at least one former colleague as both nonsensical and sad. 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.
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Rahm Unconcerned About Low Poll Numbers
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Rahm: People Feel Safe On Michigan Ave.
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Rahm To New Cops: "You Do Not Bear Burden Alone Of Reducing Crime"
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CTU Files Lawsuits to Stop School Closings
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Valerie Jarrett Discusses Life In The White House
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Emmy Award-winning reporter with trenchant insight into Chicago's political machinations.
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