Most of them were convicted, some went to prison. But all were caught up in the FBI's decade-long pursuit of Illinois' former ...

Officially it’s known as Case No. 22-cr-115, the United States v. Michael Madigan and Michael McClain. Unofficially, it’s one ...

Daniel Solis was a year into his stunning turn as an FBI mole when he allegedly called up the most powerful politician in ...

Michael Madigan's federal corruption trial is scheduled to begin this week. Jury selection will start on Tuesday and could ...

The former Illinois House Speaker once lauded as the longest-serving legislative leader in American history will enter a federal courtroom this week on charges he used his vast influence to run a “cri ...

The man who dominated Illinois politics for decades is accused of running a "criminal enterprise" to amass wealth and power.

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan will face a federal racketeering conspiracy beginning this week.

It’s time to welcome the new Chicago Board of Education. After news broke Friday that all seven members of the school board plan to resign, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office said the new members will be ...

It’s time once again to dive into another round of quick takes on the people, places and events that were being talked about ...

ON THE ROAD: Mayor Brandon Johnson was on the campaign trail for Kamala Harris in Las Vegas on Sunday, speaking at three ...

We took a risk because we think everyone should have access to local news and information for the good of our community — and ...

With the racketeering and bribery trial of longtime former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan scheduled to begin Tuesday, ...