Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Madigan Outraises Quinn
Gov. Pat Quinn learns it's hard to raise more money than an entire family. Read »
Obama Names Best-Looking Attorney General In Nation
And it's not his old Springfield seatmate, Lisa Madigan! Read »
Madigan in D.C., Campaigning for Governor
The attorney general met with women's and environmental groups, asking support for a gubernatorial run. Read »
Court Won't Reconsider Illinois Concealed Carry Ruling
A federal appeals court has rejected Illinois' request to reconsider a ruling that found the state's concealed carry weapons ban unconstitutional. Read »
Poll: Dems Pick Madigan Over Quinn, Daley
Illinois' attorney general takes top billing in a hypothetical primary between Lisa Madigan, Gov. Pat Quinn and former White House Chief of Staff Bill Daley, according to a new poll. Read »
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Quinn Touts 'Our Illinois' In State Address
Gov. Pat Quinn touted a "shared Illinois" in his fourth State of the State address, calling for online voter registration, a ban on assault weapons, a minimum wage increase, pension reform and marriage... Read »
Poll: Madigan Has Big Lead Over Quinn, Daley
But can she overcome her father's baggage in a general election? Read »
Opinion: Gubernatorial Odds Making
On the fourth Friday of every month until the primary election, we’ll bring you our assessment of who’s leading in the race for governor. This is, of course, for entertainment purposes only. Read »
AG Stands for Attorney General and Aspiring Governor
Lisa Madigan would be the fourth consecutive attorney general to run for governor. None of her predecessors were successful. 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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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
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Phil Rogers
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