WBEZ18h
Madigan was involved in bogus AT&T contract 'from Step One,' prosecutor tells jury in racketeering trial
After eight hours over two days, prosecutors still haven’t finished their initial argument to the jury. It’s unclear if ...
Regardless of verdict, could Madigan trial be make-or-break moment for Illinois?
The outcome of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s corruption trial will be watched closely well beyond the ...
Feds continue to lay out Madigan's corruption scheme in closings: 'Give it to me, before I give it to you'
The prosecutor made her comment as she continued her closing argument and began to wade into allegations involving AT&T and former state Rep. Edward “Eddie” Acevedo.
Daywatch: Johnson’s pledge against Trump’s threats
Good morning, Chicago. Promising a “fight” to protect all Chicagoans, Mayor Brandon Johnson said yesterday he has not reached ...
Drama, diplomacy and DEI
THERE WAS SOME DRAMA at a press conference Thursday announcing the completion of a $10 million grant program to support small ...
As closings begin in Madigan trial, here's a look at the lawyers' target audience: The jury
Michael Madigan’s jury is made up of ordinary Illinoisans whose lives have likely been affected by the former speaker, given ...
Illinois Policy20h
Amendment would allow Illinoisans to recall state leaders, local politicians
A new proposal would let Illinoisans recall state lawmakers and local politicians through petitions. State Rep. Dan Ugaste, R ...
The Pantagraph15h
Illinois schools prepare for immigration enforcement
The State Board of Education is encouraging local school districts to adopt clear policies spelling out how and when their staff should cooperate with federal immigration officials carrying out ...