Laura Washington: Could the fall of Michael Madigan be decisive for Illinois corruption?
Many political insiders thought Michael Madigan would reign forever. He seemed to possess the magic stay-out-of-jail-free ...
Michael Madigan once controlled much of Illinois politics. Now the ex-House speaker heads to trial
The former Illinois House Speaker once lauded as the longest-serving legislative leader in American history will enter a ...
Illinois quick hits: Madigan arrives to court; Johnson exploring tax increases
Madigan arrives in court with jury selection underway Jury selection is underway in the corruption trial of former Illinois ...
Michael Madigan meets a few of the people who could decide his fate — just 3 jurors chosen
The ex-speaker also crossed paths with his onetime friend, Michael McClain. The relationship between the pair has been examined in multiple corruption trials in Chicago. Now they’re finally on trial ...
Mike Madigan trial LIVE updates: Lawyers make their way through up to 180 prospective jurors
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan sat at the defense table listening intently and taking notes, as attorneys ...
Breaking down the charges in the Michael Madigan indictment
Officially it’s known as Case No. 22-cr-115, the United States v. Michael Madigan and Michael McClain. Unofficially, it’s one ...
The case against Mike Madigan, laid out in explosive court documents
The former Illinois house speaker is charged with a racketeering conspiracy and other crimes spanning five alleged schemes.