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Former Speaker Mike Madigan lawyers ask judge to dismiss 14 counts, citing recent SCOTUS ruling
Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan was in court Tuesday, ahead of his corruption trial.Lawyers for Madigan have asked a judge to dismiss 14 counts against the former House speaker, citing a recent Supreme Court ruling.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThat issue was not taken up Tuesday .The trial is scheduled to begin in October.The Supreme Court overturned the bribery conviction of a former Indiana mayor last month, narrowing the scope of federal public corruption law.The high court's 6-3 opinion along ideological lines found the law criminalizes bribes given before an official act, not rewards handed out after.Defense attorneys for the ComEd Four said the ruling should result in a new trial for Michael McClain, Anne Pramaggiore, John Hooker and Jay Doherty.Pramaggiore's attorney said the Supreme Court decision makes clear what she was charged with is not a crime.The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Teen admits to Hazelwood East beating, is home with parents under court supervision
ST. LOUIS COUNTY — The 15-year-old girl charged with beating another girl near Hazelwood East High School this year has admitted to the assault and is now home with her parents. Juvenile court officials on June 20 downgraded Maurnice DeClue‘s charge from first-degree assault to second-degree assault, her lawyer...
Drug bust in Alton linked to EA investigation
Charges have been filed in an Alton drug bust that originated in neighboring East Alton. ATF agents joined officers from Alton, East Alton, and Wood River in executing the drug-related search warrant at a home in the 3,200 block of Duco Street in the Milton neighborhood around 4pm on Tuesday.
Mud buildup in underground cave may have led to massive sinkhole in Alton park
A buildup of mud and sediment in an “ancient cave” that gave way may be the cause of a massive sinkhole in an Alton Park, Mayor David Goins said Tuesday. Goins said that’s based on preliminary findings by the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration, but officials of the company that operates a limestone mine under the collapsed area said that they are unaware of that theory and that the investigation into the cause is continuing.
VIDEO: Black leaders ditching Illinois Democrats, stand with GOP state's attorney candidate
(The Center Square) – Some Black leaders from the Chicago area are urging others to ditch Democrats and vote Republican. After Wednesday’s GOP breakfast outside the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee Wednesday, Republican Cook County State’s Attorney candidate Bob Fioretti made his case to the media that he will bring back law and order. “You can’t bring businesses to the county unless we have safety in our streets, safety in...
Illinois news in brief: Madigan seeks to have bribery charges tosses; ISU student trial delayed; section of I-55 closed
Madigan's defense team wants bribery charges tossed Lawyers for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan are seeking to get some of the corruption counts against him tossed out. Madigan’s lawyers are seeking dismissal of 14 of the 23 counts in light of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in the bribery case of the former mayor of Portage, Indiana. The court narrowed the scope of federal public corruption law, finding that it is a criminal act to take bribes before an official act but not if...
New Restaurant to Open in Alton
ALTON - Owner Lisa Brown promises “elegantly classy” vibes at her new restaurant in downtown Alton. The Renaissance X will host its grand opening from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday, July 19, 2024. Located at 401 Piasa Street in Alton at the former site of The Lovejoy, the restaurant will offer Sunday jazz brunches, craft cocktails, sports and more. During their grand opening on Friday, community members can enjoy music by Just In Time and a local DJ, vendors and food trucks.
River Dragons next four home games at SIUE
-0- The Alton River Dragons host the Clinton (IA) LumberKings in a doubleheader today (THU) in Prospect League baseball. The DH will be played at SIU-Edwardsville today beginning at 4 pm. The River Dragons will also play at SIUE tomorrow (FRI) night against REX Baseball from Terre Haute (IN). Friday...
Madison County Circuit Clerk's Office Gets 100 Percent Rating For Its Passport Services
EDWARDSVILLE — The U.S. Department of State recently recognized the Madison County Clerk’s Office for meeting its annual inspection requirements for managing passport applications. “Our Passport Services division received a special certificate of achievement proclaiming a 100 percent rating with zero penalties or deductions on the inspections, Circuit...
Bethalto Names New School Board Members, Addresses Recent Personnel “Issues”
BETHALTO - The Bethalto Community Unit School District #8 Board of Education approved two new board members during their regular meeting on Thursday, July 18, 2024. Dana Aronin and Natalie McCoy were sworn in as the newest Board of Education members. Superintendent Dr. Jill Griffin noted her excitement to work with Aronin and McCoy as well as the other new members of the central office staff.
Lucas Spence Inks Deal with Astros
SIUE outfielder Lucas Spence (Beecher, Illinois) has signed a free agent deal with the Houston Astros. A First Team All-Ohio Valley Conference selection, Spence led the OVC in hitting with a .385 average in his lone season for the Cougars. His average ranks second in a single season in SIUE's Division I era.
SIUE Alumnus And Television Reporter Ahmad Lathan Encourages Upward Bound Students To Continue The Journey
EDWARDSVILLE - Life will bring a mixed bag of surprises, challenges, failures and opportunities. The important thing is to remain on the “road” to arrive at a place of satisfaction and sought-after achievements, according to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville alumnus Ahmad Marcus Lathan. Lathan, a news reporter for...
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