The stunning downward spiral of Michael Madigan’s political career ended Friday ... make Mike responsible for the long history of corruption in Illinois. He is not, Judge. He is one man.” ...

The stunning downward spiral of Michael Madigan’s political career ended ... 10 of 23 counts in a remarkable corruption trial that lasted four months. The case churned through 60 witnesses ...

Former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan sentenced to 7 1/2 years and fined $2.5 million for corruption in a landmark case against the longest-serving U.S. legislative leader.