“Senate candidate #5″ is scheduled to explain his efforts to be appointed to Obama’s vacated Senate seat.

Chicago Sun-Times: Despite Jackson Jr. saying he’s been told by the feds he’s not a person of interest, sources say not yet in the clear.

Plus: Chicago Trib: Businessmen with ties to Blagojevich, Jackson Jr. discussed raising at least $1 mil for the governor’s camp to encourage him to pick Jackson for the job.