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Rev. Jackson: Congressman Son Is ‘Unwell,’ ‘Rebuilding His Strength’
The Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. said Thursday that his Congressman son is “unwell” and “rebuilding his strength,” but had little else to say on the subject.
Jackson Jr. Being Treated For ‘Mood Disorder’
The mystery surrounding U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.’s monthlong absence from Congress deepened Wednesday evening, as his office released a statement saying he is suffering from a “mood disorder,” without providing any specifics.
Rep. Dold Focuses On Bipartisanship As He Fights To Keep Seat
With Illinois Democrats redrawing his district, U.S. Rep. Robert Dold (R-Ill.) is finding it vital to point to his bipartisanship as he runs for re-election.
GOP Congressmen Spar As They Compete For Same District
Two Illinois Republicans already in Congress find themselves running for the same seat.
Rep. Walsh Ordered To Prove He Doesn’t Owe $100K In Child Support
A Cook County judge ruled Wednesday that Congressman Joe Walsh must prove that he made nearly $100,000 in child-support payments as part of his ongoing legal dispute with his ex-wife, Laura Walsh.
Freshman Rep. Schilling Talks About Afghanistan
Freshman U.S. Rep. Bobby Schilling (R-Rock Island) is just back from a tour of Afghanistan.
Walter: Keep Your Shirt On, Seriously
CBS 2′s Walter Jacobson says a congressional scandal over a beefcake shot on the Internet is funny until you realize the elected official in question helps lead the nation.
Illinois Rep. Leading Charge Against Health Care Overhaul
A freshman Illinois congressman is among those leading the charge to repeal President Barack Obama’s overhaul of health care.
Rush: I Haven’t Decided Whether To Move Office
U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush (D-Ill.) has a Congressional office in the most violent police beat in the city, but he emphasizes that has not decided whether to move his office in the wake of the shootings in Tucson.
Rep. Jackson: Congressmen Need Better Security
After the shooting in Tucson, Ariz., U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. (D-Ill.) says members of Congress should be given more money for security.
Sources: Danny Davis May Still Run For Mayor
CBS 2 is learning that U.S. Rep. Danny Davis (D-Ill.), fresh off a major re-election effort Tuesday, is re-considering and may enter the race for mayor.
Rep. Mike Quigley Not Running For Mayor
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) announced Wednesday morning that he will not be running for mayor next year.



