FBI raids home of Madigan confidant in third search surrounding the speaker By Austin Berg 07/18/2019 Do federal authorities have their sights set on the longest-serving state legislative leader in American history? TAGS: Kevin Quinn, Madigan & Getzendanner, Michael Zalewski, Mike Madigan, Mike McClain
Feds raid former Chicago alderman’s home in search of Madigan records By Austin Berg 07/13/2019 The raid on retired Chicago Ald. Michael Zalewski is the latest indication federal authorities could be building a case against the nation’s longest-serving speaker. TAGS: ComEd, Exelon, Madigan & Getzendanner, Michael McClain, Mike Madigan
Lawmaker turned lobbyist turns the tables on taxpayers By Austin Berg 10/05/2017 State Rep. Brandon Phelps' draw as a lobbyist obviously comes from his Statehouse connections and former role in the legislative process. TAGS: Brandon Phelps
Former Illinois lawmakers powered by energy interests By Austin Berg 08/17/2017 No Americans trust their state government less than Illinoisans. TAGS: corruption, Ed Burke, good government, lobbying, Mike Madigan
A worker’s right to choose By Austin Berg 12/14/2015 Hundreds of thousands of Illinois workers are forced to pay union dues to keep their jobs. But close by, worker freedom reigns. TAGS: right to work
Suspending state energy assistance opens door for reform in Illinois 06/09/2015 With the right reforms, Illinois can provide energy assistance to people who need it without using scarce state dollars. TAGS: State Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program