The former Illinois state representative was indicted and kicked out of his seat. Yet, he said he won it back in this week’s election because he has a relationship with constituents, not because he's a Democrat.
Illinois’ Democratic Governor Pat Quinn is celebrating his party’s big wins in this week’s election. Democrats picked up several state Senate and state House seats, giving them a veto-proof majority in both chambers.
When asked on Wednesday if the Illinois House should kick disgraced lawmaker Derrick Smith out once again, Gov. Pat Quinn said, “We’ll let that go by for now.”
U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock said that redistricting is to blame for Republican losses in Illinois this year.Democrats picked up four U.S. House seats and gained several in the Illinois General Assembly.
The city’s home to more wildlife than the usual suspects (we’re talking ‘bout you, Mr. Squirrel). Lace up your boots, folks. To find pocket gophers, osprey and cactus (oh, yes!) we’ll be heading far off the Mag Mile.
Political strategists from both sides of the aisle join us to break down last night's election. Curious City discovers the part of Chicago with the most...biodiversity. Finally, Rick talks with Garrison Keillor.
