Illinois Congressman Compares NCAA To Mafia

Illinois Rep. Bobby Rush on Tuesday compared the NCAA to the mafia because of the way they rule over the lives of college students. Speaking at a congressional forum on college sports Rush said: "I think they're just one ... continue

Obama opposes Blagojevich Appointment of Roland Burris to Illinois Senate Seat

President-elect Barack Obama has opposed the appointment of former Illinois Attorney General Roland Burris by Rod Blagojevich to his vacant Senate seat. Disgraced Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich was arrested December 9, 2008 by FBI agents and charged with ... continue