Most folks just figured that Mike Madigan had avoided the long arm of federal law by being extra-careful. And he may have been. But the arrogance of immense power apparently overrode his sense of self ...

The foreman of the jury that convicted former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan on 10 counts says the case involved ...

Former Democratic House Speaker Michael Madigan’s $158,000 annual state of Illinois pension is being halted following his ...

The culture of corruption in Illinois has had a negative impact on the General Assembly and the people who are served by elected officials. This verdict is a good start ...” - Rep. Kevin Schmidt (R-Mi ...

The Velvet Hammer.” “Sphinx.” “King of Illinois.” “The Wizard of Oz.” “The Real Governor of Illinois.” “Himself.” ...

Madigan found guilty of bribery conspiracy in corruption case; jury deadlocks on charges involving co-defendant McClain.