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Judge won’t acquit former AT&T Illinois boss in Madigan bribery case after hung jury
Former AT&T Illinois president Paul La Schiazza faces trial developments over bribery allegations tied to Speaker Madigan.
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Lobbyist testifies ‘loyalty’ to Madigan led him to make payments to ousted staffer
CHICAGO – After nearly a dozen years working for Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, Tom Cullen went out on his own in ...
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Former Madigan ally ordered to testify in ex-speaker’s corruption trial
Michael Madigan's corruption trial continues with focus on AT&T bribery allegations and Chinatown land deal disputes.
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Recent incidents prompt heightened Statehouse security
Statehouse security tightens with new screening measures amid rising threats; visitors may face longer lines during sessions.
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As budget tightens, report finds Illinois better prepared for recession than in recent past
Illinois' fiscal resilience improves with reduced debt, credit upgrades, and economic strategies to weather recessions.
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First look: New Illinois state flag designs unveiled
Illinois unveils 10 potential state flag designs with public voting opening in January to guide the final decision.
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Smell of raw cannabis allows police to search a vehicle, Illinois Supreme Court rules
Illinois Supreme Court rules that the smell of raw cannabis provides police probable cause to search vehicles.
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Appeals court keeps Illinois’ assault weapons ban in place
The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals maintains Illinois' assault weapons ban amid ongoing constitutional challenges.
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Republican lobbyist testifies about ‘crazy parking lot disaster’ at heart of Madigan corruption trial
Detailed testimony in the Madigan trial reveals corruption in a stalled Chinatown land deal involving political favors.