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An Illinois judge told Tim Mapes, a former Madigan aide, his ‘loyalty was greatly misguided’ in lying to grand jury investigating the former state house speaker.
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Michael Madigan, the longtime Illinois House Speaker, is charged with felony bribery and conspiracy. A Republican lawmaker from central Illinois wants to ban his portrait from the House.
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A new Illinois State Police form lets people report corruption anonymously. But does it go far enough?
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A WBEZ analysis shows that while people may be more cynical and government is more expensive, voter interest in state elections has only increased.
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Tim Mapes, former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's chief of staff, was convicted of lying to a grand jury investigating Madigan and his inner circle.
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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker called the state a ‘beacon for national success’ when it comes to the 2024 elections.
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Illinois has paid out millions in pension payments to ex-lawmakers who have admitted criminal wrongdoing or are awaiting trial.
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Former Illinois House Speaker and ex-Democratic Party boss Michael Madigan was indicted Wednesday in federal court with racketeering, allegedly for taking part in bribery schemes for his own personal gain, according to the indictment.
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This story has been updated to reflect Kodatt's resignation effective Wednesday morning. Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan's handpicked...
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Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan is resigning his seat he’s held for the last 50 years effective at the end of the month.