![Ex-lobbyist Mike McClain is pictured in his driver's license photo, which was submitted as evidence in his federal court trial this week in a case where he and three others allegedly bribed former House Speaker Michael Madigan (right) with jobs and contracts for the speaker’s political allies in exchange for legislation favorable to electric utility Commonwealth Edison.](/images/uploads/_small/madigan-mcclain-1024x682.jpg)
What’s going on in the ComEd trials?
To explain the history of the case and what's been happening in court, The 21st was joined by a pair of journalists who have been following the story.
To explain the history of the case and what's been happening in court, The 21st was joined by a pair of journalists who have been following the story.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker says Illinois will likely ease stay-at-home restrictions more quickly than previously thought, allowing outdoor dining at restaurants starting in about a week. Plus the Illinois General Assembly is back in session after more than two months away. We’ll have the latest.
On the 21st: Just enough Republicans in the House split with Gov. Bruce Rauner to push through a plan for state spending and tax hikes. But there’s no budget yet, and the governor promises a veto. We’ll get an update on the latest in the budget battle in Springfield, and what to watch for in the coming days.