Brian King

Kane uses a tragedy in his personal life to further his political agenda. He also tries to heal his fractured inner circle by poaching Mona Fredricks, the senior aide of his nemesis.

A lavish groundbreaking of the modernised O'Hare terminals cements Kane's legacy. Despite his seemingly bright political future, Kane continues to struggle with his disease.

Kane's moves with the housing project escalate the situation from a state of unrest to rioting and looting. As Chicago burns, Kane secretly seeks treatment at an alternative clinic, where his past haunts him.

Kane keeps the city from bankruptcy by forming alliances with long-time enemies on the council, but he must decide whether he is prepared to make more serious concessions that could weaken his political machine.

Miller's published story could bring down Kane, but Kitty's alliance with Doyle could prove to be equally problematical. Meredith enters a new relationship.

Chicago is bankrupt and a team of receivers pour in to take control of the city. However, losing his mayoral power isn't the biggest danger to Kane, as various enemies are threatening to expose his illness and corruption.