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Patrick Fitzgerald cases
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 2:50 PM
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By Victoria Coleman, Alexandria Fisher

Patrick Fitzgerald's Biggest Cases

A history of high-profile cases prosecuted by United States Attorney Patrick... See Full Gallery »

Opinion
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 1:14 PM
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By Edward McClelland

Opinion: Fitzgerald Puts Obama on the Hot Seat

Opinion: Fitzgerald Puts Obama on the Hot Seat

If the president replaces the U.S. Attorney with a Chicago insider, it could become a campaign issue. Read »

Rod Blagojevich
Friday, Feb 24, 2012 at 11:14 AM
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By Mary Ann Ahern

Beavers Trial Gets the Gang Back Together

Beavers Trial Gets the Gang Back Together

Attorney Sam Adam and his firebrand son Sam Adam Jr. proved to be a thorn in the side of the U.S. Attorney's Office when they tried Rod Blagojevich.Perhaps that's why indicted Cook County Commissioner William... Read »

Rod Blagojevich
Monday, Jun 27, 2011 at 4:35 PM
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By Andrew Greiner
      

Fitz Takes His Victory Lap

U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald hosted a press conference following the Blagojevich verdict. Read »

Rod Blagojevich
Wednesday, Apr 20, 2011 at 3:50 PM
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By Edward McClelland

Why Fitzgerald Should Quit Trying Blago

If the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over, but expecting a different result, then U.S Atty. Patrick Fitzgerald is insane. Read »

Rod Blagojevich
Thursday, Sep 9, 2010 at 7:45 AM
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By Andrew Greiner

Spare the Rod

Spare the Rod

The Tribune asked 600 voters their opinion on a second trial. Just 54% want more. Read »

Rod Blagojevich
Thursday, Jun 3, 2010 at 1:28 PM
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By Phil Rogers

Illinois, This Is Your Life

Illinois, This Is Your Life

Blagojevich's ultimate reality show will remind voters how dirty Illinois politics is. Read »

Rod Blagojevich
Wednesday, Apr 21, 2010 at 9:15 AM
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By WARD ROOM STAFF

Showdown

Blago challenged Pat Fitzgerald. Today we'll find out if he takes the bait. Read »

Rod Blagojevich
Monday, Apr 12, 2010 at 11:00 AM
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By Edward McClelland

The Santiago Proffer's a Parody, But Rod: Shaddup

The Santiago Proffer's a Parody, But Rod: Shaddup
Getty Images

Blago's lawyers say they don't want their case tried in the media. Tell the client. Read »

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Who We're Covering
Barack Obama

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.

Rahm Emanuel

Rahm Emanuel

Foul mouthed, iron-fisted and arrogant. Say hello to Mayor Emanuel.

Jesse Jackson Jr.

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

Rod Blagojevich

Rascally alchemist transmutes disgrace into fame. Celeb Apprentice buffoon, jail time looms.

Joe Walsh

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.

Pat Quinn

Pat Quinn

Accidental gov no longer.

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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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