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Jesse Jackson, Jr.

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Chicago

April 11, 2013

Kelly Joins Congress, Finds It 'Thrilling' to Be Sworn in By Boehner, Biden

Robin Kelly replaced Jesse Jackson Jr. in Congress, vowed to pursue economic development.

Roseland

April 10, 2013

Robin Kelly's Constituents Say They Want Honesty, Accessibility From Her

Corruption-weary 2nd District voters said they don't think the public service basics are too much to ask.

Roseland

April 09, 2013

Kelly Wins 2nd Congressional District Race to Replace Jackson

Kelly owned a substantial percent of the vote with 123 out of 170 precincts reporting.

South Chicago

March 26, 2013

Beavers, Jackson Jr. and Sandi Convictions Leave Voters Weary

Several Southeast Side voters said they're tired of losing elected officials to corruption and crime.

Belmont Cragin

March 12, 2013

Alleged Gun-Packing State Senator Back in Court

Sen. Donne Trotter was arraigned Tuesday on charges that he brought a gun into O'Hare Airport.

Chicago

February 26, 2013

Victorious Robin Kelly to Supporters: 'You Sent A Message That Was Heard'

Robin Kelly won the Democratic primary in the race to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in Congress.

Roseland

February 26, 2013

2nd District Voters Want Jobs, Honesty From Their Next Congressman

After two scandal-plagued congressmen, residents on the South Side said they're ready for change.

South Shore (above 79th)

February 23, 2013

Graffiti Scrawled at Jacksons' HQ: 'Crooks'

The vandalism comes after a fall from grace for former power couple.

South Shore (below 79th)

February 20, 2013

Jesse Jackson Jr., Sandi Jackson Plead Guilty, Feds Reveal Lavish Spending

Husband and wife plead guilty to spending thousands from campaign fund, including buying two elk heads.

Chicago

February 20, 2013

Beale Touts Gun Record, Echoes Charges of Buying Election in New TV Spot

Ald. Anthony Beale joined the fight in the race to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in Congress.

Chicago

February 19, 2013

Jesse Jackson Jr., Sandi Jackson Expected to Plead Guilty Wednesday

The former congressman is charged with misspending more than $750,000 in campaign funds.

Chicago

February 19, 2013

Bloomberg Defends Gun Money in Congress Race, But Beale Feels Slighted

Mayor Michael Bloomberg made no apologies on backing Robin Kelly in the race to replace Jesse Jackson Jr.

Chicago

February 18, 2013

Debbie Halvorson Says SuperPAC Cash Has Compromised Race for JJJ's Seat

Debbie Halvorson said Robin Kelly is colluding with a Super PAC run by New York City's Mayor Bloomberg.

Chicago

February 17, 2013

Toi Hutchinson Exits 2nd Congressional District Race, Backs Robin Kelly

In a statement, supporters of Robin Kelly stressed the importance of gun control in the 2nd District.

Chicago

February 15, 2013

Jesse Jackson Jr. and Sandi Jackson Expected to Plead Guilty to Charges

The disgraced congressman could face up to five years in prison.