President-elect Barack Obama's review of his staff's contacts with Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich did not include records of conversations taped by federal prosecutors, a Democratic official said. Complete Story...
Gov. Rod Blagojevich is legendary in Illinois political circles for not picking up the phone or returning calls, even from important figures like the state's senior senator, Dick Durbin.
Corruption charges against Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich focus on much more than the claim that he tried to sell or trade Barack Obama's U.S. Senate seat.
A transcript of Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's statement Friday:
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich is not expected to resign or take questions when he delivers his first public statement about his arrest on federal corruption charges.
Illinois should be basking in the glory of native son Barack Obama's presidential election victory and a high-profile bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics. Instead, with the ignominious fall of another Illinoisan, it's become an object of national ridicule.
The legislative committee considering impeachment of Gov. Rod Blagojevich could be at the beginning of its work or nearing the end, depending on the wishes of federal prosecutors.
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has rejected a request that the state pay for Gov. Rod Blagojevich's legal defense.
The Illinois Supreme Court has refused to hear a challenge to Gov. Rod Blagojevich's fitness to hold office.
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's lawyer wants the state to appoint and pay for attorneys to represent the governor because Attorney General Lisa Madigan has a conflict of interest and can't do it.
University of Illinois linebacker Martez Wilson has left the hospital where he had surgery for two stab wounds.
Jailed political fundraiser Antoin "Tony" Rezko's attorneys sent a strong signal Tuesday that he has resumed his on-again, off-again cooperation with federal prosecutors in the criminal case against Gov. Rod Blagojevich, and another one-time adviser to the governor served notice that he intends to plead guilty to tax charges.
Attorneys for a key campaign fundraiser for Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich have served notice that their client plans to change his not guilty plea next month to federal tax charges.
Long before Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich was arrested on corruption charges, House Speaker Michael Madigan compared him to a tumor and suggested ways to impeach him.
Jailed political fundraiser Tony Rezko's sentencing for corruption was delayed indefinitely Tuesday, most likely adding to the legal problems of embattled Gov. Rod Blagojevich.
Gov. Rod Blagojevich has turned to one of Chicago's best known lawyers to defend him — a legendary courtroom bulldog whose roster of clients includes rock star R. Kelly and Canadian-born press lord Conrad Black.
Illinois first lady Patti Blagojevich has sent a note to her neighbors apologizing for the media attention that has besieged her Chicago neighborhood.
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich was preparing an executive order that would have allowed a group of home health care workers to unionize even as a criminal complaint says the governor was exploring options to get a job with a powerful union.
Election officials statewide say they don't have the money to pay for a special election that could be held to fill President-elect Barack Obama's vacant U.S. Senate seat.
Anyone who wants a peek inside Gov. Rod Blagojevich's head should look back to last year, when the Illinois House voted on his plan for the biggest tax increase in state history.
Two of Illinois' top politicians issued fresh calls Sunday for disgraced Gov. Rod Blagojevich's resignation, calling him incapacitated as lawmakers gear up for a session that could lead to his impeachment.
In many ways, Lt. Gov. Patrick Quinn and Attorney General Lisa Madigan couldn't be more different: He has carefully promoted his image as an outsider and reformer; she comes from a powerful political family.
If confirmed as attorney general, Eric Holder may have to consider removing himself from overseeing the Chicago corruption probe that ensnared Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, legal experts say.
Republicans are criticizing President-elect Barack Obama's silence over contacts his aides may have had with disgraced Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, saying he is breaking promises to bring openness to government.
President-elect Barack Obama is refusing to answer any questions about the internal review he has ordered into Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's alleged efforts to sell his former Senate seat, saying he will do so when the examination is finished.
A key figure in Gov. Rod Blagojevich's alleged scheme to sell a U.S. Senate seat has sought immunity from federal authorities in return for his cooperation in their ongoing probe, the Tribune has learned.
A defiate Rod Bladojevich speaks out about accusations against him
When will the Illinois prison authorities finally grasp the nettle and open a governors' wing in Chicago's premier jail?
Rod Blagojevich did us all a favor, said Bruce Reed in Slate. By trying to sell Barack Obama's Senate seat, the Illinois governor pointed out how unwise it is to let governors, instead of voters, fill vacant offices.
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich said Friday afternoon at his downtown Chicago office that he is not guilty of corruption charges and that he will fight the charges "until I take my last breath."
Prior to the November General Election I wrote an article called This Is What a Vote for Obama Gets You. It highlighted the state of affairs here in Democrat controlled Illinois.
President-elect Obama's chief of staff had direct discussions with Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich about Obama's vacant Senate seat, sources say.
if Democratic Gov. Rod Blagojevich, who is charged with conspiracy and bribery, resigns or is impeached, Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn might have to pick the person to fill Barack Obama's Senate seat.
Chaos at the Rod Blagojevich Hair Superstore!!! Everyone's trying to grab a handful of the incredible substance . . .
Blagojevich's father-in-law Richard Mell, a powerful 69 year-old Chicago alderman, went public in 2005 claiming Blagojevich was trading positions for money—a charge that surely caught the attention of prosecutors.
With the Illinois Supreme Court rejecting an effort to oust the governor, a legislative panel considering impeachment prepared to examine whether he abused his power.
Anyone who purports to be seriously concerned that an untested Caroline Kennedy might "inherit" the U.S. Senate seat from New York has not been paying attention.
Funny mock interview with Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich.
There is no excuse for Governor Blagojevich's conduct, but it doesn't seem much worse than what goes on in our nation's capitol every day.
In a state that the local head of the FBI called one of the nation's most corrupt, the disgraced Illinois governor's possible replacement is considered something of a Goody Two-Shoes.
A senior adviser to President-elect Barack Obama defended chief of staff Rahm Emanuel on Wednesday for his contacts with Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's office about filling Obama's Senate seat.
Jesse Jackson approached investigator on corruption charges according to an aide.
CHICAGO. Dec. 16 -- Rep. Jesse L. Jackson Jr. (D-Ill.) told federal investigators that Gov.
Enough already. It's like DUH? The Blagojevich thing shows why the people, the constituents always end up on the short end. Fighting among leaders is nothing new and, of course, is very prevalent on the national scene too.
I believe it was Charles Barkley who said, "I'm no role model."
Illinois lawmakers were unanimous on how they should handle disgraced Gov. Rod Blagojevich - potential impeachment.� But the Democrat signaled he isn't going down without a fight.
Whether you thought it was funny or frightening when an Iraqi journalist tossed a pair of shoes at the President, the incident has definitely inspired some online creativity. Below, check out a series of mock-ups of President Bush's close encounter with a Size 10.
The Democratic leaders of the Illinois House on Monday announced the beginning of impeachment proceedings against Gov. Rod Blagojevich (D), charged by federal prosecutors six days ago with influence peddling in connection with his official duties.
A spokesman for President-elect Barack Obama said Monday an internal review has found that his advisers were "not involved in inappropriate discussions" with Illinois Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich or his staff, but Mr.
Where is officialdom most crooked? Last week, many guessed it must be Illinois, after news that Gov. Rod Blagojevich was taped making brazen personal demands in exchange for his selection of a Senate successor to President-elect Barack Obama.