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 Mad

Illinois Graduated Income Tax Proposal: What to Know

Oct 21st, 2020 20m 30s

There’s one major question that will appear on every ballot in Illinois this year that could impact your bank account: a vote to change the state’s income tax from a flat rate to a graduated tax. NBC 5's Phil Rogers discusses the topic with pol

Races to Watch in Illinois' 2020 General Election

Oct 14th, 2020 25m 29s

This week, NBC 5's Phil Rogers talks to Shelby Bremer, author of the Illinois Voters' Guide on NBCChicago.com, about the top races on the ballot and what you need to know about them ahead of the general election.See Privacy Policy at https://ar

The Race For Cook County State’s Attorney

Oct 7th, 2020 20m 8s

NBC Chicago Political Editor Carol Marin and Political Reporter Mary Ann Ahern discuss the race for Cook County State’s Attorney. Incumbent Kim Foxx faces Republican challenger Patrick O’Brien, in a contest marred by Foxx’s controversial decisi

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