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Congressmen endorse Kelly for Jackson’s seat Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Two Democratic Chicago congressmen have endorsed Robin Kelly in the race to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. Other candidates in the running are former Congressman Debbie Halvorson, state Sen. Toi Hutchinson and Chicago Alderman Anthony Beale.
Sources: Jesse Jackson Jr. signs plea deal Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Jesse Jackson Jr. pleaded guilty in a plea deal connected to a federal investigation in which the former congressman is accused of misusing campaign funds, according to sources close to the investigation. Jackson pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, mail fraud and false statements, the sources said. Federal prosecutors are recommending a 5-year maximum sentence.
Dart endorses Chicago alderman for Congress Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart threw his support behind Chicago Alderman Anthony Beale on Thursday in the race to replace former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr., a boost for Beale as he tries to emerge from a crowded field of candidates.
Union endorses Hutchinson for congressional seat Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
Former state Rep. Toi Hutchinson has received a labor endorsement in her bid to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in the U.S. House. The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees endorsed Hutchinson on Friday. The special primary election is Feb. 26.
Harris drops bid for Jackson Jr.’s old seat Jan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Freshman state Sen. Napoleon Harris has dropped his bid for former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.'s seat and is putting his support behind former state Rep. Robin Kelly.
Walsh to hold statewide meetings before announcing plans Jan 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Former Congressman Joe Walsh said today that he plans to travel around Illinois for the next several months, holding meetings with voters before announcing his political future. "There's a huge group of people that want to do something about the dire situation in the state," Walsh said.
White House, GOP draw red lines in debt debate Jan 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Struggling for the upper hand in the next round of debt talks, Republicans and Democrats this weekend drew lines in the sand they said they'd never cross when it comes to the U.S. debt limit. "I believe we need to raise the debt ceiling, but if we don't raise it without a plan to get out of debt, all of us should be fired," said Sen. Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican.
Biggert still mulling loss, looks ahead to futureDec 8, 2012 12:00 AM
Departing Republican U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert talks about her unsuccessful campaign against Democrat Bill Foster in the 11th Congressional District, including her debate performance, where she says, "I didn't do a great job." The seven-term lawmaker from Hinsdale has spent recent weeks preparing to shut down her offices and is looking ahead toward what her next chapter might hold.
March 19 the date of special election for Jackson’s seat Nov 26, 2012 12:00 AM
Gov. Pat Quinn says the special election to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. has tentatively been set for March 19, but that could change. However, Quinn says he's going to try to get approval for an April 9 general election, which is the same day as other municipal elections.
Democrats want to endorse candidate for Jackson’s seat Nov 25, 2012 12:00 AM
Cook County Democratic leaders say they’ll slate a candidate for the primary election to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. The Chicago Democrat resigned days ago, citing his health and acknowledging that he’s under a federal investigation.
Fewer moderates will make deals harder in new Congress Nov 25, 2012 12:00 AM
When the next Congress cranks up in January, there will be more women, many new faces and 11 fewer Tea Party-backed House Republicans from the Cass of 2010 who sought a second term. Overriding those changes, though, is a thinning of pragmatic, centrist veterans in both parties.
9 more Iraq, Afghan war veterans joining Congress Nov 24, 2012 12:00 AM
As the highest-ranking double amputee in the ward, Maj. Tammy Duckworth became the go-to person for soldiers complaining of substandard care and bureaucratic ambivalence. Soon, she was pleading their cases to federal lawmakers, including her state's two U.S. senators at the time — Democrats Dick Durbin and Barack Obama of Illinois. Obama arranged for her to testify at congressional hearings. Durbin encouraged her to run for office.
House to consider limited GOP immigration bill Nov 23, 2012 12:00 AM
House Republicans still smarting from their poor showing among Hispanics in the presidential election are planning a vote next week on immigration legislation that would both expand visas for foreign science and technology students and make it easier for those with green cards to bring their immediate families to the U.S.
Voters who supported Jackson agree with resignation Nov 21, 2012 12:00 AM
Voters who have supported Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. for 17 years are now saying they agree with his decision to resign. Jackson announced Wednesday that he is leaving office, citing health problems and an ongoing federal investigation.
Excerpts from Jackson resignation letter Nov 21, 2012 12:00 AM
U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. resigned from Congress on Wednesday. Here are excerpts from his letter to House Speaker John Boehner.
Cook County clerk wants Jackson election earlier Nov 21, 2012 12:00 AM
Election officials in Cook County say they may seek court permission to schedule a special election to fill Jesse Jackson Jr.'s congressional seat sooner rather than later.
Rep. Davis: Jackson resignation ‘huge loss’ Nov 21, 2012 12:00 AM
Congressman Danny Davis says the resignation of fellow Illinois Democrat Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. is a huge loss. Davis says Jackson was effective as a congressman and well served to serve constituents as a senior member of the powerful House Appropriations Committee.
Gov. Quinn will call for special election Nov 21, 2012 12:00 AM
Gov. Pat Quinn has five days to determine when he'll set a special election to replace Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. Jackson resigned Wednesday. Quinn was informed in the afternoon.
Attorneys: Jackson cooperating in investigation Nov 21, 2012 12:00 AM
Attorneys for resigning Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. say he is cooperating in a federal investigation, negotiating a resolution and it could take months. That's according to a statement from partners at law firms in Chicago and Washington on Wednesday, the same day Jackson announced his resignation from Congress.
Dozen House women defend Rice over Libya comments Nov 16, 2012 12:00 AM
In unusually personal terms, the Democratic women lashed out at Sens. John McCain and Lindsey Graham who earlier this week called Rice unqualified and untrustworthy and promised to scuttle her nomination if President Barack Obama nominates her to succeed Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton.