State Rep. Derrick Smith (D-Chicago) went before an Illinois House special investigative committee today, pleading his innocence to federal bribery charges.
Cook County Commissioner William Beavers pleaded not guilty Friday to
federal tax charges alleging he failed to pay taxes and used campaign
dollars for personal use.
Appearing in court for the first time
on the charges, Beavers, who represents the 4th District, told reporters
U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald is using “Gestapo-like tactics” so
elected officials will “tell on their friends.” Read more »
After 14 days, the verdict is finally in and former governor Rod Blagojevich has been found guilty of only one of the 24 counts he faced, with the jury remaining deadocked on the rest. Meanwhile, U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald vowed to retry Blagojevich and has a court date set for next week to start the process. What does all of this mean for Blagojevich -- and Illinois taxpayers?
There won't be any shenanigans at the ballot box come Election Day --
at least not if the feds have anything to do with it. U.S.
Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald sent a sharp warning today that his office
will be closely monitoring the polls on February 2, particularly in Chicago.
Cook County Commissioner William Beavers pleaded not guilty Friday to
federal tax charges alleging he failed to pay taxes and used campaign
dollars for personal use.
