Podcasts about house speaker michael madigan

Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joins Patrick to discuss ethics reform, the bribery trial of Sen. Emil Jones III (D-Chicago) and the reason the federal government is no longer seeking a $3 million forfeiture from former House Speaker Michael Madigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joins Patrick to discuss the federal government's attempt to get former House Speaker Michael Madigan to forfeit $3 million in assets and how the ComEd Four case may be crumbling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune Ray Long joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the rise and fall of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Cole Memo, we break down Illinois' record-breaking cannabis sales in 2024 and explore what these numbers really mean. While the state touts economic growth, we examine the growing divide between corporate operators and social equity businesses, as well as the ongoing battle over hemp-derived cannabinoids. Plus, we discuss Governor Pritzker's stance on the “unchecked” hemp market and its impact on legal cannabis businesses. Later, we dive into Illinois' cannabis policy issues, including home cultivation, high taxes, and the need for market reforms. We also touch on breaking news about former House Speaker Michael Madigan's conviction and what it signals for the state's political landscape. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2025/02/13/e168/

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The Trump administration temporarily froze the flow of billions of dollars in assistance to state governments and nonprofits, sending state agencies into a panic until a federal judge stepped in. And the long-running corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan is now in the hands of a jury. Peter Hancock discusses those stories with reporters Ben Szalinski and Hannah Meisel.

Capitol News Illinois reporter Hannah Meisel checks in from Chicago with an update on closing arguments in the corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long reacts to former House Speaker Michael Madigan's decision to testify in his federal corruption trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined us to talk about the shocking decision for former House Speaker Michael Madigan to take the stand in his own corruption trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veteran state politics reporters Dave McKinney and Amanda Vinicky join Brian Mackey to talk through the biggest story of the year in Illinois government and politics: the corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.

Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel checks in as week four of testimony in the corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan gets underway in Chicago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News to break down opening statements Monday in the corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News Monday to discuss jury selection and strategy in former House Speaker Michael Madigan's corruption trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol News Illinois' Peter Hancock talks to reporters Andrew Adams and Hannah Meisel about two of our top stories this week: A look at 2024 ballot questions and jury selection in the trial of ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan.

Former House Republican Leader Jim Durkin joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the opening of former House Speaker Michael Madigan's corruption trial and whether corruption should be an issue in the November election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan, which begins Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal corruption trial tangentially related to former House Speaker Michael Madigan ends in a mistrial. Ben riffs. And Pat Whalen joins him. Imagine a world in which Illinois Democrats behaved like MAGA. In which Dems stood by their Nan like MAGA stands by Trump. A few words about pundits. And then it's back to Chicago for city council analysis. Pat is a comic, actor and podcaster. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chicago Sun-Times Courts Reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to talk about the hung jury in the trial of former AT&T Illinois President Paul La Schiazza and to preview the upcoming corruption trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul La Schiazza, the former head of AT&T Illinois, is expected to be in court this morning for the start of his long awaited criminal trial. La Schiazza is charged with bribing ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan for favorable legislation. Executive producer Simone Alicea and host Jacoby Cochran explain what this means for Madigan's upcoming trial. Plus, we are discussing the final round of our Chicago icon bracket and running down this weekend's festival lineup. Good News: Chicago Humanities Festival Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Sept.10 episode: Chicago Business Affairs and Consumer Protection Chicago Association of Realtors Wastenot – use code citycastcompost to test the service with a free month. Aligner Experts Chicago Board of Election Commissioners  Revolution Brewing Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Longtime State Journal-Register columnist and reporter Bernie Schoenburg joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about how elusive former House Speaker Michael Madigan was with media and how Madigan's criminal defense attorneys are blaming media for negative coverage of him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long joins Springfield's Morning News to talk about corruption in Illinois politics and the upcoming trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bishop talks with Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza about the state's finances, the cloud of former House Speaker Michael Madigan and what kinds of condiments she puts on her corndogs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop talks with Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza about the state's finances, the cloud of former House Speaker Michael Madigan and what kinds of condiments she puts on her corndogs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop gets out the latest in the corruption case involving former Illinois House Clerk Tim Mapes, the former chief of staff for former House Speaker Michael Madigan, and discusses the latest allegations against the Biden family. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Bishop gets out the latest in the corruption case involving former Illinois House Clerk Tim Mapes, the former chief of staff for former House Speaker Michael Madigan, and discusses the latest allegations against the Biden family. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

Former Commonwealth Edison chief lawyer Tom O'Neill said Wednesday that over time he came to work hand-in-hand with associates of then-House Speaker Michael Madigan to secure jobs for them in high-profile positions. O'Neill took the stand for a second day in the ComEd bribery trial at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse in Chicago. Former House Speaker Michael Madigan called the shots on a bill that was worth $1.8 billion to Illinois' largest electrical utility. That's what the state lawmaker who sponsored the measure told jurors Tuesday in the bribery trial of four former ComEd executives and lobbyists. Libraries in Illinois, including at K-12 schools, could see their funding cut if there are efforts to restrict books under a bill that passed the House Wednesday. House Bill 2789 would limit federal pass-through tax dollars through the Illinois Secretary of State's office for libraries that remove or restrict certain books.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illinois-in-focus/support

Bishop reviews some of the latest audio evidence released by federal prosecutors in the trial against the so-called "ComEd Four" where former House Speaker Michael Madigan is central theme.

Bishop reviews some of the latest audio evidence released by federal prosecutors in the trial against the so-called "ComEd Four" where former House Speaker Michael Madigan is central theme. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bishoponair/support

The specter of indicted former House Speaker Michael Madigan loomed large during opening arguments in the “ComEd 4” bribery trial at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse Wednesday. The longest serving legislative leader in U.S. history seemed everywhere during arguments while he personally was nowhere to be found during the daylong proceedings in the overflow courtroom of U.S. District Judge Harry Leinenweber. As part of her opening, Assistant U.S. Attorney Sarah Streicker left little to the imagination, telling jurors, “In short, Madigan wanted, the defendants gave and the defendants got. It's that simple.” Longtime Madigan confidant Michael McClain, former ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore, ex ComEd lobbyist John Hooker and Jay Doherty, a lobbyist and consultant who once served as the head of the City Club of Chicago, are all on trial in a case that charges each of them with playing a role in masterminding a scheme to funnel jobs, cash and other perks from the utility giant to associates of Madigan in exchange for him taking a favorable stance on legislation the company stood to benefit from. All four defendants have pleaded not guilty. Madigan is slated to go on trial in connection with the scheme in the spring of 2024, when he will also face a separate racketeering indictment accusing him of being involved in an assortment of other corruption-related schemes. Madigan also has pleaded not guilty. With state and federal cases challenging Illinois' gun ban pending, Gov. J.B. Pritzker remains confident the law he signed will withstand constitutional scrutiny, though he says he's not an expert. The governor also continues to respond to perceived conflicts of interest around his $2 million in donations to Illinois Supreme Court justice candidates who now sit on the bench. The high court accepted to hear the gun ban challenge from Macon County where the governor is a lead defendant. He signed the law Jan. 10. --- Listen to Other ATN Productions: America in Focus: A weekly feature of the top TheCenterSquare.com stories of the week out of Washington D.C. with commentary from The Center Square editors and more! America's Talking: An interview podcast hosted by Austin Berg. Guests include professors, journalists, artists, business and nonprofit leaders, authors, and more. Everyday Economics: Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss global markets, inflation, and everything else that will help you understand the economic world around you. Future of Freedom: Future of Freedom is a bi-weekly podcast highlighting the work of the non-profits which are shaping the future of the freedom movement. Listeners will hear civil, intellectual conversations about why the organizations exist, what their mission is, and how they work to achieve it. Hosted by Scot Bertram. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illinois-in-focus/support

Some former Illinois lawmakers lost their jobs amid corruption allegations, but they are keeping state pensions. That includes indicted former House Speaker Michael Madigan and his close contacts who are awaiting trial.

Craig Dellimore talks with Tribune investigative reporter Ray Long, author of the book, The House That Madigan Built: The Record Run of Illinois' Velvet Hammer. They discuss former House Speaker Michael Madigan from his rise to power to his federal indictment.

Prosecutors indicted former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan on 22 counts of corruption Tuesday. U.S. Attorney John R. Lausch Jr. announced the charges Tuesday afternoon, connecting Madigan to the nearly decade-long bribery scheme utility Commonwealth Edison admitted to in the summer of 2020. The indictment alleges the “Madigan Enterprise” engaged in interstate commerce and constituted an “ongoing organization whose members functioned as a continuing unit for the common purpose of achieving the objectives of the enterprise.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/illinois-in-focus/support

Also in the news: Chicago police are looking for suspects in crimes that occurred on-or-near the CTA Red Line on both the North and South sides last night; the player lockout in Major League Baseball appears to be giving a boost to minor league teams in the Chicago-area; Chicago Public Schools appear on the verge of making a change in mask policy.

Also in the news: Chicago police are looking for suspects in crimes that occurred on-or-near the CTA Red Line on both the North and South sides last night; the player lockout in Major League Baseball appears to be giving a boost to minor league teams in the Chicago-area; Chicago Public Schools appear on the verge of making a change in mask policy.

Also in the news: Chicago police are looking for suspects in crimes that occurred on-or-near the CTA Red Line on both the North and South sides last night; the player lockout in Major League Baseball appears to be giving a boost to minor league teams in the Chicago-area; Chicago Public Schools appear on the verge of making a change in mask policy.

In other top stories: Chicago police superintendent promises to find shooter who seriously wounded 12-year-old girl; minor-league baseball teams could benefit from MLB lockout; Amazon bookstore expected to close in Lake View; and more.

In other top stories: Chicago police superintendent promises to find shooter who seriously wounded 12-year-old girl; minor-league baseball teams could benefit from MLB lockout; Amazon bookstore expected to close in Lake View; and more.

In other top stories: Chicago police superintendent promises to find shooter who seriously wounded 12-year-old girl; minor-league baseball teams could benefit from MLB lockout; Amazon bookstore expected to close in Lake View; and more.

Tim Mapes served for years under former House Speaker Michael Madigan as the clerk of the Illinois House and as Madigan’s chief of staff. Now, Mapes has been indicted on a charge of lying to a grand jury in a federal bribery probe connected to the longtime former speaker. Last summer, federal prosecutors revealed a deferred prosecution agreement ComEd entered into where the utility admitted to paying associates of Madigan in money and jobs in order to curry favor from the then-speaker. Com-Ed agreed to pay a $200 million fine and cooperate in the investigation. Madigan has not been charged with a crime and has said he’s done nothing wrong. He is “Public Official A” in federal filings, a pseudonym that is used throughout the Mapes indictment documents and previous legal filings. Four others associated with Madigan, including longtime confidant Michael McClain, and two former ComEd officials, were indicted several months ago and have pleaded not guilty. One former ComEd official, Fidel Marquez, has pleaded guilty in the case. Wednesday, federal prosecutors released details about the indictment of Mapes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/illinois-in-focus/support

The Chief of Staff for the former House Speaker Michael Madigan has been indicted on charges of lying to a federal grand jury while they were investigating ComEd and Michael Madigan. Critics believe Tim Mapes is going to fall on his own sword to protect his former boss Michael Madigan. Chicago Tribune Investigative Reporter Ray Long breaks down the details with John Howell.

Illinois state government was rocked last year when the utility Commonwealth Edison admitted to a bribery scheme. It even led to the downfall of long-time House Speaker Michael Madigan. While there have been promises of ethics changes since then, it remains uncertain what can get done in the final weeks of the legislative session. We also learn about a podcast focused on baseball's famous homerun race of 1998 - and the steroid scandal that would follow. Those stories and more on this week's Statewide.

A Chicago-based marijuana cultivator and dispenser that has rapidly grown into one of the nation’s biggest pot firms is under federal investigation for possible pay-to-play violations during its push for coveted state licenses, sources said. Investigators have been scrutinizing campaign donations and other steps Green Thumb Industries took as it sought to secure growing and distribution licenses in Illinois and several other states, sources told the Chicago Tribune. No charges have been filed as part of the investigation and a company spokeswoman said Green Thumb Industries was not aware of any probe. State campaign financing records show the company has donated directly to politicians in numerous other states where it holds licenses, including New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland. State records show that during its rise, GTI’s executives and affiliates have spread cash to a number of politicians as well as a political action committee that were instrumental in the marijuana legalization effort.The company also hired a succession of lobbyists and consultants with deep ties to then-House Speaker Michael Madigan, records show. Show Notes: Chicago-based marijuana giant part of federal pay-to-play investigation https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-green-thumb-industries-chicago-marijuana-federal-investigation-20210329-kaccpshrgjakhdkovp7mmwklgi-story.html Guest: Katrina Glogowski, Seattle Attorney & Angel Investor https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-glogowski-711a985/ Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode 689 of The Talking Hedge: Your Cannabis Business Podcast. ​Covering cannabis products, reviews, business news, interviews, investments, events, and more. https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com Music Info: Song: Beat | Keep On | 2020 Artist: Milochromatic Beats & Song: Dark Trap Beats Hard Rap Instrumental | Gang | 2018 Artist: LuxrayBeats Keywords: Hemp News, Weed News, Cannabis News, Marijuana News, Cannabis Business, Marijuana Business, Cannabis Industry News, Marijuana Industry News, Weed News 420, Talking Hedge Podcast, Cannabis Podcast, Marijuana Podcast, Business Podcast, CBD podcast, THC podcast, Cannabis Pitch Deck, Marijuana Pitch Deck, Marijuana Investment Deck, Cannabis Investment Deck, Cannabis Compliance, Cannabis Data, Cannabis Banking, Cannabis Investment, Pot Stocks, Cannabis Stocks, Weed Stocks, Marijuana Stocks, Cannabis Data, Marijuana Data, Cannabis Analytics, Marijuana Analytics, Cannabis Sales Data, Marijuana Sales Data Josh is not an investment adviser. The Talking Hedge is long gold and silver. Listeners should always speak to their personal financial advisers. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinghedge/support

A Chicago-based marijuana cultivator and dispenser that has rapidly grown into one of the nation's biggest pot firms is under federal investigation for possible pay-to-play violations during its push for coveted state licenses, sources said. Investigators have been scrutinizing campaign donations and other steps Green Thumb Industries took as it sought to secure growing and distribution licenses in Illinois and several other states, sources told the Chicago Tribune. No charges have been filed as part of the investigation and a company spokeswoman said Green Thumb Industries was not aware of any probe. State campaign financing records show the company has donated directly to politicians in numerous other states where it holds licenses, including New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland. State records show that during its rise, GTI's executives and affiliates have spread cash to a number of politicians as well as a political action committee that were instrumental in the marijuana legalization effort.The company also hired a succession of lobbyists and consultants with deep ties to then-House Speaker Michael Madigan, records show. Show Notes: Chicago-based marijuana giant part of federal pay-to-play investigation https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-green-thumb-industries-chicago-marijuana-federal-investigation-20210329-kaccpshrgjakhdkovp7mmwklgi-story.html Guest: Katrina Glogowski, Seattle Attorney & Angel Investor https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-glogowski-711a985/ Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode 689 of The Talking Hedge: Your Cannabis Business Podcast. ​Covering cannabis products, reviews, business news, interviews, investments, events, and more. https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com Music Info: Song: Beat | Keep On | 2020 Artist: Milochromatic Beats & Song: Dark Trap Beats Hard Rap Instrumental | Gang | 2018 Artist: LuxrayBeats Keywords: Hemp News, Weed News, Cannabis News, Marijuana News, Cannabis Business, Marijuana Business, Cannabis Industry News, Marijuana Industry News, Weed News 420, Talking Hedge Podcast, Cannabis Podcast, Marijuana Podcast, Business Podcast, CBD podcast, THC podcast, Cannabis Pitch Deck, Marijuana Pitch Deck, Marijuana Investment Deck, Cannabis Investment Deck, Cannabis Compliance, Cannabis Data, Cannabis Banking, Cannabis Investment, Pot Stocks, Cannabis Stocks, Weed Stocks, Marijuana Stocks, Cannabis Data, Marijuana Data, Cannabis Analytics, Marijuana Analytics, Cannabis Sales Data, Marijuana Sales Data Josh is not an investment adviser. The Talking Hedge is long gold and silver. Listeners should always speak to their personal financial advisers.

A Chicago-based marijuana cultivator and dispenser that has rapidly grown into one of the nation’s biggest pot firms is under federal investigation for possible pay-to-play violations during its push for coveted state licenses, sources said. Investigators have been scrutinizing campaign donations and other steps Green Thumb Industries took as it sought to secure growing and distribution licenses in Illinois and several other states, sources told the Chicago Tribune. No charges have been filed as part of the investigation and a company spokeswoman said Green Thumb Industries was not aware of any probe. State campaign financing records show the company has donated directly to politicians in numerous other states where it holds licenses, including New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland. State records show that during its rise, GTI’s executives and affiliates have spread cash to a number of politicians as well as a political action committee that were instrumental in the marijuana legalization effort.The company also hired a succession of lobbyists and consultants with deep ties to then-House Speaker Michael Madigan, records show. Show Notes: Chicago-based marijuana giant part of federal pay-to-play investigation https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-green-thumb-industries-chicago-marijuana-federal-investigation-20210329-kaccpshrgjakhdkovp7mmwklgi-story.html Guest: Katrina Glogowski, Seattle Attorney & Angel Investor https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-glogowski-711a985/ Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode 689 of The Talking Hedge: Your Cannabis Business Podcast. ​Covering cannabis products, reviews, business news, interviews, investments, events, and more. https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com Music Info: Song: Beat | Keep On | 2020 Artist: Milochromatic Beats & Song: Dark Trap Beats Hard Rap Instrumental | Gang | 2018 Artist: LuxrayBeats Keywords: Hemp News, Weed News, Cannabis News, Marijuana News, Cannabis Business, Marijuana Business, Cannabis Industry News, Marijuana Industry News, Weed News 420, Talking Hedge Podcast, Cannabis Podcast, Marijuana Podcast, Business Podcast, CBD podcast, THC podcast, Cannabis Pitch Deck, Marijuana Pitch Deck, Marijuana Investment Deck, Cannabis Investment Deck, Cannabis Compliance, Cannabis Data, Cannabis Banking, Cannabis Investment, Pot Stocks, Cannabis Stocks, Weed Stocks, Marijuana Stocks, Cannabis Data, Marijuana Data, Cannabis Analytics, Marijuana Analytics, Cannabis Sales Data, Marijuana Sales Data Josh is not an investment adviser. The Talking Hedge is long gold and silver. Listeners should always speak to their personal financial advisers.

The new head of the Illinois Republican Party Don Tracy acknowledges that former House Speaker Michael Madigan's resignation as both Speaker and State Democratic chairman is a bit of a two-edged sword. WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore talks to Don Tracy about his new role on this weeks AT ISSUE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The election of U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly of Matteson as Illinois Democratic chairman represented the party’s growing effort to move beyond the one-man control exercised by embattled former House Speaker Michael Madigan over 23 years.

Governor J.B. Pritzker delivered a combined State of the State and State Budget address this week with proposals to fill the deficit left by the pandemic. And after 50 years in the state legislature, former House Speaker Michael Madigan resigned his district seat. Chicago Tribune State Government Reporter Dan Petrella joins the panel.

Former Governor Pat Quinn joins John Howell to share his thoughts on former House Speaker Michael Madigan resigning from his house seat and discusses the scathing Inspector General's report on Mayor Lightfoot's office and Superintendent Brown's handling of the riots that broke out last summer.

Former House Speaker Michael Madigan is indicated as "Person A" in the Chicago ComEd bribery scandal and recently relinquished his position as Illinois House Speaker to Rep. Chris Welch. Some believe these moves are an effort to get out of the negative spotlight and help his case. Chicago Tribune Reporter covering the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse Jason Meisner says, "not a chance. This investigation is too complex to walk away at this point." He joins John to break down the situation and discuss.

Real Clear Politics White House reporter Phil Wegmann starts off the show this week with an in-depth look into how it was on the floor of the House during President Trump’s second impeachment. Then, Real Clear Politics White House Correspondent Susan Crabtree breaks down Joe Biden’s immigration plans and the controversy concerning his Department of Homeland Security nominee. Also, Contributor to Real Clear Politics and University of Chicago Professor of Political Science Charles Lipson discusses Joe Biden’s plan for his first 100 days in office. And to close out the show Chicago Tribune Columnist John Kass examines the legacy of former House Speaker Michael Madigan and takes a look at what the new House Speaker Rep Chris Welch has to offer Illinois.

The news hit like an earthquake in state government this week. Michael Madigan, who was first elected Illinois House Speaker in 1983, stepped aside when it became clear he couldn't obtain the needed votes from his own Democratic members. We look back at what happened and reflect on Madigan's career. Remote learning has been a bumpy experiment for many teachers, students and parents. We detail some of the problems it has exposed and some lighter moments from online schooling. And, now that it's legal to grow, is hemp closer to becoming the cash crop many have touted? That and more on this episode of Statewide.

House Speaker Michael Madigan has been the center of attention after being suspected as "individual A" in the ComEd bribery scheme. Madigan has not been charged yet but close confidants have. Recently, a Worth Township trustee who printed political material for the House Speaker and others was hit with federal tax charge. Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Ray Long joins John to discuss the new developments what the future holds for the House Speaker.

This week, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced $700 million in cuts to the current fiscal year's state budget; a special investigating committee looking into House Speaker Michael Madigan's involvement in the ComEd bribery scandal wrapped up with no action; and Pritzker continues to weather criticism of his administration's handling of the deadly COVID-19 outbreak at the LaSalle Veterans' Home. Tony Arnold of WBEZ and Rick Pearson of the Chicago Tribune join the panel this week.

An analysis of COVID-19 data shows not-for-profit nursing homes in Illinois have done a better job at controlling coronavirus infections and deaths than other facilities. But when it comes to choosing one over the other, it's not so simple. We'll also get caught up on a political scandal that has shaken Illinois politics. Those stories and more on this episode of Statewide. This week's lineup: * Dave McKinney and Dan Mihalopolous give an update on what we know about an alleged bribery scheme involving the utility Commonwealth Edison. Four people were arraigned this week, including one confidant of House Speaker Michael Madigan. * Christine Herman speaks with Dr. Ernest Wang, Chief of Emergency Medicine at NorthShore in Evanston, about concerns over ICU space in hospitals. * Chip Mitchell of WBEZ analyzed data about nursing homes to find out which ones have been able to fight COVID-19. More than half the fatailities from the disease have involved residents in long term care. * Eric

Illinois Policy Institute Vice President of Marketing Austen Berg joins John Williams to discuss House Speaker Michael Madigan’s current standing in the ComEd bribery scandal. Austin explains another reason gerrymandering may play into the well-being of Madigan’s position. And Austin also tells John about his own website, MichaelMadigan.com, which the House Speaker tried to depose […]

Illinois Policy Institute Vice President of Marketing Austen Berg joins John Williams to discuss House Speaker Michael Madigan’s current standing in the ComEd bribery scandal. Austin explains another reason gerrymandering may play into the well-being of Madigan’s position. And Austin also tells John about his own website, MichaelMadigan.com, which the House Speaker tried to depose […]

West Suburban Democratic lawmaker Stephanie Kifowit talks with Craig Dellimore about why she is challenging House Speaker Michael Madigan for his leadership post. She discusses the alleged scandals hovering around him, and how  his dual role as chair of the Democratic Party may be hurting other Illinois Democrats.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s episode of the Under the Dome Podcast the State Journal-Register’s Bernard Schoenburg and Doug Finke work remotely to bring you the latest updates from the Illinois Statehouse and Illinois' response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Doug and Bernie have survived election night and are breaking down the results and what it all means for Illinois. The results have top Illinois Democrats, including Gov. JB Pritzker, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin and U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth, saying that the party should consider replacing House Speaker Michael Madigan as chair of the Democratic Party of Illinois. They also dive into Gov. Pritzker saying that “deep and painful cuts” are coming to the Illinois budget now that his plan to bring a graduated income tax to the state has failed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican State Representative Dan Swanson won re-election to the Illinois Statehouse in District 74 on Tuesday turning back the challenge of Democrat candidate Christopher DeMink. Representative Swanson joined WKEI on Wednesday morning to thank voters to choosing re-elect him in the 74th District and to discuss the issues now on the agenda now that the campaign has ended. In the interview we talked about the struggles with COVID-19 and local businesses and the message sent to House Speaker Michael Madigan in Tuesday's election.

Election Week is finally here! On this edition of Spotlight, IFA Media Director Monte Larrick and IFA Executive Director David Smith look back at some of the outcomes, at both the state and national level, of the 2016 general and 2018 midterm elections. They consider various hopes and goals for a second Trump administration, as well as potential changes that might arise with a Biden administration. Closer to home, David and Monte also contemplate what the future might hold for the Illinois legislature and House Speaker Michael Madigan. On a spiritual level, David discusses how the Church can (and must) influence government and he offers specific prayer points for election cycles and beyond. This podcast presents the encouraging reminder that, no matter who occupies the Oval Office or the prominent seats in Springfield, our God reigns and we can trust Him and His plan.

Election Week is finally here! On this edition of Spotlight, IFA Media Director Monte Larrick and IFA Executive Director David Smith look back at some of the outcomes, at both the state and national level, of the 2016 general and 2018 midterm elections. They consider various hopes and goals for a second Trump administration, as well as potential changes that might arise with a Biden administration. Closer to home, David and Monte also contemplate what the future might hold for the Illinois legislature and House Speaker Michael Madigan.… Continue Reading

There’s one politician whose presence looms the largest over the entire political spectrum in Illinois, and for the first time he’s in the cross hairs of a serious investigation by the U.S. Justice Department. Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is the topic of Phil Rogers’ discussion this week with NBC 5 political editor Carol Marin and political reporter Mary Ann Ahern.

On this week’s episode of the Under the Dome Podcast the State Journal-Register’s Bernard Schoenburg and Doug Finke work remotely to bring you the latest updates from the Illinois Statehouse and Illinois' response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This week they discuss the announcement by Rep. Emanuel “Chris" Welch, D-Hillside, delaying the hearings into House Speaker Michael Madigan until after the November election to prevent the committee from being used “as a stage for political theater.” They dive into the continuing battle for the graduated income tax amendment including this week's canceled press conference by State Treasurer Michael Frerichs to "address misinformation" about taxing retirement income.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Illinois Republicans expressed outrage at the decision to put an Illinois House committee investigating House Speaker Michael Madigan on hold until after the November elections. Meanwhile, the public's vote on Governor J.B. Pritzker's proposal to move Illinois to a graduated income tax draws nearer, and this week the governor released his proposals for criminal justice reform. A.D. Quig of Crane's Chicago Business joins the panel. Note: A group seeking to derail Governor JB Pritzker’s plan for a graduated income tax in Illinois was told Friday it can’t get an immediate answer to its demands contained in a lawsuit filed earlier this week. That ruling came from a Cook County judge after the recording of this episode. The legal challenge mounted by the libertarian-leaning Illinois Policy Institute, claimed voters are receiving misinformation from the state about the ballot measure to change Illinois’ tax system. The group asked a judge to force the state to send corrective

Illinois State Representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) joins Anna to talk about her plans to run against House Speaker Michael Madigan for his leadership post after the new Illinois General Assembly is sworn in next year.

House Republican Leader Jim Durkin joins John to discuss the special committee investigating House Speaker Michael Madigan's involvement in the Commonwealth Edison bribery scheme. Durkin goes through Tuesday's hearing and what first witness, ComEd Executive Vice President for Compliance and Audit David Glockner contributed.

"He's been in power so long he would just change the laws to make it legal" says Chicago Magazine Author Edward McClelland. He takes a deep dive with John Howell into the power and influence of Madigan in Chicago.

A special Investigative Committee got underway this week to examine House Speaker Michael Madigan's role in the Commonwealth Edison bribery scandal. And Black and Latino lawmakers became upset when finalists were announced for the first 75 "social equity" marijuana business licenses was announced.

Joining the show this week is Jim Durkin. Durkin is a Republican member of the Illinois House of Representatives in the 82nd District. Bill and Jim probe into the special investigation into House Speaker Michael Madigan, and a look at President Trump’s re-election campaign. Heather Cherone of WTTW, Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune, Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times, and Greg Hinz of Crain’s make up this week’s Round Table discussion. The Mayor proposes replacing lead pipes that connect the city water main lines to over 400,000 homes, The State and National budget need balancing, and we look at the Bob Woodward interview with President Trump. This week's Connected to Chicago segment is with Nick Gale and focuses on Mayor Lori Lightfoot's announcement Thursday that the city will finally move ahead with replacing lead service lines that connect homes to city water mains. The city has laid out several options for homeowners. Water Commissioner Randy Connor says his department has been studying several different techniques and as part of the program, with replace a water main and lead service lines simultaneously with hopes of learning how efficient that technique can be and later use that knowledge on future replacement projects. The first phase of replacement work is set to begin next spring.

A special committee is about to meet to investigate House Speaker Michael Madigan's role in an alleged bribery scheme involving utility giant Commonwealth Edison. Peter Hancock talks with two members of that committee, Democratic Chairman Emanuel "Chris" Welch and Republican Rep. Grant Wehrli.

This week, confirmed cases of the new coronavirus have spiked on university campuses throughout the state. Meanwhile, many kids are beginning the new school year with virtual, remote learning only. And the Illinois House has created a committee to look into possible wrongdoing by House Speaker Michael Madigan. Illinois Newsroom's Lee Gaines, WNIJ's Peter Medlin, and WGLT's Dana Vollmer join the panel.

House Speaker Michael Madigan responded to the investigation by calling out House Republican Leader Jim Durkin for pulling this "political stunt." Rep. Jim Durkin joins the show to share his side of the story with Lauren Cohn.

University of Illinois Political Science Professor Dick Simpson shares his thoughts on Senator Kamala Harris being a vice president, Gov. Pritzker's graduated income tax plan, and how big a problem House Speaker Michael Madigan is facing.

House Speaker Michael Madigan has been tied to a bribery scandal and the question is not when he will go to prison but will he continue to be the speaker of the house during the investigations or will he resign. Chicago Tribune Columnist Eric Zorn discusses with John Howell.

House Speaker Michael Madigan has been impossible for WGN Radio to get hold of. Representative Terra Costa Howard (48th-D) joins John Williams to talk about why she is joining the list of lawmakers calling for Madigan’s resignation when she was initially a supporter. Plus, she tells John about her own experiences of reaching the House […]

House Speaker Michael Madigan has been impossible for WGN Radio to get hold of. Representative Terra Costa Howard (48th-D) joins John Williams to talk about why she is joining the list of lawmakers calling for Madigan’s resignation when she was initially a supporter. Plus, she tells John about her own experiences of reaching the House […]

A rebellion within House Democrats is threatening House Speaker Michael Madigan’s grip on power. Schools are preparing to reopen amid a pandemic that seemingly won’t go away. And Capitol News Illinois is taking on a new project with a new reporter.

State Representative Kelly Cassidy (D) is calling for House Speaker Michael Madigan to resign. Cassidy says “this is not my first time questioning him. Over the last several years, I have asked him to make things right. Cassidy says if the ComEd story is proven to be true, Madigan and anyone in his closest circle […]

Chicago Tribune's Jason Meisner breaks down ComEd in court Tuesday following their federal bribery charges linked to House Speaker Michael Madigan.

Also happening today, federal prosecutors have subpoenaed documents from AT&T amid a criminal probe surrounding House Speaker Michael Madigan’s political operation; President Trump is sending federal agents to Chicago to help in the fight against gun violence; a 7-year-old boy is dead after an accident last night on the Chicago River; and much more.   See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The House Speaker was implicated in a ComEd bribery scandal last week but has yet to be charged by the Feds. Former Federal Prosecutor Renato Mariotti discusses the situation with John Howell.

ComEd's deal with Chicago ends on December 31, 2020. While being under investigation for allegedly lobbying for House Speaker Michael Madigan, some alderman will argue against the electric company. Chicago Magazine Edward McClelland discusses why Chicago could run its own grid with John Howell

Our good friend and Political strategist Joanna Klonsky returns and is joined by Alaina Hampton. Alaina Hampton was one of several women who came forward with sexual harassment allegations and has settled a lawsuit against political committees backing House Speaker Michael Madigan.

Authorities are looking into wiretap conversations between Madigan and lobbyist Michael McClain. Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long discusses what this means for the investigation.

Roundtable discussion of the culture of bullying and harassment in House Speaker Michael Madigan's office, Gov. J.B. Pritzker's signing of protections for immigrant tenants and a new minimum teacher salary, and Pritzker's veto of a bill dealing with weapon-like items in public schools. Peter Hancock, Rebecca Anzel and Jerry Nowicki.

This week's top news and commentary about a report higlighting bullying and harassment in House Speaker Michael Madigan's statehouse operations and more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/illinois-in-focus/support

A just-released report alleges that sexual harassment and other bullying has been widespread in Springfield during the tenure of House Speaker Michael Madigan. Crain's political reporter A.D. Quig joins the podcast to talk about it. Plus: Downtown's apartment boom rolls on but developers pull back, an AMA offshoot launches a local Medicare Advantage plan, a private-equity firm buys control of GoHealth in a $1.5 billion deal, Peoples Gas is on course for a record-breaking level of unpaid bills and a new law pushes low-cost banking options. Continue the conversation with hashtag #CrainsDailyGist.

The U.S. attorney’s office in Chicago announced Friday that state Sen. Tom Cullerton was under indictment for embezzeling from a local branch of the Teamsters union. He’s accused of collecting more than $274,000 in pay and benefits for “little or no work.” Cullerton denies the charges.Meanwhile, House Speaker Michael Madigan is demanding that the plaintiffs in a federal lawsuit against him offer evidence of his power and influence. Former primary election opponent Jason Gonzales is suing Madigan for allegedly mudding the primary field by putting up two sham candidates with Latino-sounding names.Also this week, ProPublica Illinois and the Wall Street Journal separately reported that scores of wealthy Illinois families are exploiting a loophole to get need-based financial aid for their college-bound children. The parents transfer guardianship of the child to another person, and the child then declares financial independence. Gov. J.B. Pritzker vowed an investigation into the practice, which he called “fraud.”Finally, Chicago resident Candace Gingrich has a new job with Revolution Florida — a sister company to Illinois-based Revolition Enterprises, which sells a variety of cannabis products. The hire made the news because Gingrich is married to state Rep. Kelly Cassidy, one of the leading legislators behind this year’s legalization of recreational marijuana in Illinois.Sean Crawford hosts with regular panelists Charlie Wheeler and Brian Mackey, and guest Doug Finke of GateHouse Media and The State Journal-Register.Commercial free edition of live broadcast from August 3, 2019 on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfeed.com, Spreaker and other platforms.Listen Live: https://www.heartlandnewsfeed.com/listenliveFollow us on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hlnfradionetworkTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/HLNF_BulletinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartlandnewsfeedMastadon: https://liberdon.com/@heartlandnewsfeedDiscord: https://discord.gg/6b6u6DTSupport us with your financial supportStreamlabs: https://streamlabs.com/heartlandmediaPayPal: https://www.paypal.me/heartlandmediaSquare Cash: https://cash.app/$heartlandnewsfeedPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/heartlandnewsfeedCrypto via 1UpCoin: https://1upcoin.com/donate/heartlandmediaBusiness contact: jake.leonard@heartlandnewsfeed.com

On this week's episode of Under the Dome, Bernie and Doug cover former meteorologist Joe Crain's new job at the state, both political parties getting in trouble over insensitive/racist Facebook posts, dirty tricks by Rodney Davis' side in the 13th Congressional District race, and more questions about allies of House Speaker Michael Madigan.

Chicago Tribune investigative reporter, Ray Long, talks to Lauren Cohn and Kristen McQueary about his new piece "New depositions reveal Team Madigan’s ‘strange’ request: Help a candidate run against the speaker".

On this week's episode of the Under the Dome Podcast, we discuss the prompt move toward increasing the minimum wage in Illinois to $15 a hour. Plus, state Sen. Andy Manar, D-Bunker Hill, wants the state to put $50 million toward a new Southern Illinois University campus in downtown Springfield. We also discuss the attention being given to House Speaker Michael Madigan's voice showing up in an FBI investigation.

The top stories of the week, a look ahead to the final week of the 100th Illinois General Assembly and commentary from Publisher Chris Krug and Executive Editor Dan McCaleb about the state’s public universities’ budget requests, a Democrat who is saying no to House Speaker Michael Madigan, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/illinois-in-focus/support

On this week's episode of the Under the Dome Podcast, we discuss ... * Numerous lawsuits involving AFSCME, state government's largest employee union. * The latest #MeToo fallout that saw the resignation last week of a top aide to House Speaker Michael Madigan. * The latest on the advertising war between Gov. Bruce Rauner and challenger J.B. Pritzker.

On this week's episode of Under the Dome: * Another associate of House Speaker Michael Madigan stepped down this week amid sexual harassment allegations. * Should former Gov. Rod Blagojevich get out of prison early? President Donald Trump and U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin actually agree on the answer.

On this week's episode of Under the Dome ... * Guns and the death penalty are being hotly debated. * Budget negotiations continue * Rep. Kelly Cassidy (pictured) and House Speaker Michael Madigan are feuding.

The week of April 11 started with a flash of optimism that we might see progress on the Illinois budget impasse. By Tuesday afternoon, the optimism faded as House Speaker Michael Madigan blasted Gov. Bruce Rauner's "personal agenda" in a speech on the Illinois House Floor. That's the topic on this week's "Only in Illinois."