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Blagojevich's attorneys want the court to toss his corruption convictions or at least agree to slash years off his 14-year prison term, which is one of the longest ever imposed for political corruption in a state where four of the last seven governors have ended up in prison.
Rod Blagojevich's lawyers laid out a final set of arguments in writing before they step before appellate judges next week to argue that the imprisoned ex-governor deserves a new trial.
A federal judge has denied former Cook County Commissioner William Beavers' request to remain free on bond while he appeals his conviction on tax evasion charges.
Sam Adam Jr., an attorney for William Beavers, angrily told reporters Tuesday that he was "outraged" there were no black men in the 50-person jury pool. He suggested its composition was somehow fixed in advance. Beavers is black.
At worse than 100 to 1, the odds of a randomly-selected jury pool in Chicago containing not a single black man might make even the most compulsive gambler cringe.
Judge James Zagel says prosecutors can broach a 2005 return that included a letter in which Beavers acknowledges $43,000 in campaign money as income. Zagel says it goes to prosecutors' argument that Beavers understood the requirement to report such money.
A federal judge has set another new date for a Chicago politician's tax-evasion trial.
A federal judge has barred Cook County Commissioner William Beavers from telling jurors at his tax evasion trial that he repaid campaign funds he borrowed after he learned of a federal investigation, unless Beavers takes the stand.
A federal judge said Thursday that Cook County Commissioner William Beavers can't tell the jury at his upcoming tax evasion trial that he shot down a request from federal prosecutors to wear a wire as part of an investigation of another prominent Chicago politician.
A federal judge Thursday denied one-time political power broker William Cellini's latest bid for a new trial.
The man who was Rod Blagojevich's chief of staff when the former governor was arrested for trying to sell a U.S. Senate seat has been sentenced to 10 days in jail for his role in Blagojevich's corruption case.
A day after former Gov. Rod Blagojevich reports to prison to begin his 14-year sentence on corruption charges next week, his former chief of staff will be in front of a federal judge, making his plea for leniency for his role in the Blagojevich case.
Exactly two weeks before former Gov. Rod Blagojevich is scheduled to report to prison, a federal judge has ordered that nearly $22,000 be seized from Blagojevich's state pension fund to pay off the fines and penalties that were part of his sentence on corruption charges.
Cook County Commissioner William Beavers will be arraigned Friday on tax evasion charges for allegedly failing to report and pay taxes on income he earned by using campaign funds and county expense accounts for personal use.
A federal judge denied a retrial Tuesday for longtime Illinois powerbroker William Cellini, rejecting arguments that he didn't get a fair trial because a juror lied about her criminal past during jury selection.
During as post-trial hearing Friday, a juror in the trial of convicted powerbroker William Cellini stormed out of court, yelling, "Leave me alone!"
A federal judge angrily scolded a bid by attorneys for former Gov. Rod Blagojevich to get a new trial, calling their motion alleging potential misconduct by the jury forewoman "hare-brained."
Lawyers for former Gov. Rod Blagojevich will be back in court on Monday to ask for a new trial, claiming misconduct by the forewoman from the jury that convicted him of 17 corruption counts.
Rod Blagojevich's attorneys have asked to have him placed in a drug and alcohol abuse program when he starts his 14-year prison sentence for corruption, though they aren't saying if the former Illinois governor has a problem or if it's a legal move.
A federal judge wants to talk to a juror who failed to disclose her felony convictions before she was seated on the jury that convicted power broker William Cellini, but he won't force reporters to turn over notes of their interviews with that juror.
Deposed Gov. Rod Blagojevich has won an extra 30 days before he will have to report to prison.
A federal judge has ordered the Chicago Tribune to turn over notes and recordings in a fight over a juror who didn't disclose her criminal record in the trial of convicted Illinois powerbroker William Cellini.
Ousted Gov. Rod Blagojevich was sentenced to 14 years in prison on Wednesday, after apologizing for making "terrible mistakes," capping a nearly three-year saga for Illinois.
After being dealt an early setback from the judge hearing his case, defense attorneys for former Gov. Rod Blagojevich made an impassioned plea for mercy at his sentencing hearing, drawing on his family's own words about the devastating impact a long sentence would have on them.
One day before Rod Blagojevich's sentencing hearing was set to begin, federal prosecutors reasserted that the former governor has never accepted responsibility for his crimes and urged the judge to reject Blagojevich's push for leniency.
Michael Mollo Jr., of Oak Lawn, and Emil Kozeluh, of Palos Heights, are accused of clashing with police and storming the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Wisconsin Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin pledged to work with President-elect Donald Trump when possible in her victory speech, but also vowed to fight him to protect the national health care law and abortion rights.
Two people from inside the truck were taken into custody after crashing in Channahon.
The nominations for the 67th Grammy Awards have been announced, and the nominees include a long list of top music stars.
An Infiniti sedan was attempting to change lanes into the left lane when it lost control, striking another vehicle and then the squad car.
Wisconsin Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin pledged to work with President-elect Donald Trump when possible in her victory speech, but also vowed to fight him to protect the national health care law and abortion rights.
Former President Donald Trump will be the 47th president of the United States. Here's what that could mean.
The ruling is a major defeat for the outgoing Biden administration, which argued the policy promoted family unity among mixed-status households.
Organizers of the protest said the current administration was warned of a Trump win if the War in Gaza persisted and U.S. funding to Israel continued.
Last month, Henyard announced she is running for another term as mayor of Dolton.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
According to the Citizens Utility Board, it will cost another $12.8 billion to complete the project--$5 billion more than previous estimates.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Work in the labs at the IFSH in southwest suburban Bedford Park is centered around learning more about why some food products make people sick.
he facility at 650 W. 51st St., about a block east of Halsted Street, closed last week.
According to a statement on the brewery's website, it is closing its doors at its brewpub at 2323 N. Milwaukee Ave. after struggling to rebound following the pandemic.
The South Side warehouse has more than 200 employees, according to the union that represents 75 members.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
The nominations for the 67th Grammy Awards have been announced, and the nominees include a long list of top music stars.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
In addition to talking about his work, Bennett will be presenting the award for Best Music Video at the festival.
During six undistinguished seasons in the major leagues, Bob Uecker never played an inning for the Milwaukee Brewers. But during his more than half-century as the team's play-by-play announcer, he has become a mascot for the game.
It’s beginning to look at a lot like Christmas in Lincolnshire. Check out Irving Berlin’s White Christmas with Jackie Kostek.
Did a legendary blues artist strike a deal with the devil for fame? Leroy and Lucy at Steppenwolf Theatre explores the possibilities.
The messages were shocking, hurtful, disturbing, and racist. Now federal officials are looking into the texts sent from an unknown number to Black Americans in at least 10 states.
President-elect Donald Trump is making history as he puts his team together, announcing campaign manager Susie Wiles as his White House chief of staff, making her the first woman ever to hold the job.
Dry skies for Friday with highs near 60. Rain returns to the area Saturday night.
Two people from inside the truck were taken into custody after crashing in Channahon.
Detectives questioned the boy, who initially claimed he went to the school to sell candy, but later told a social worker he went there to scare students.
Over the last year, the ADL locally has tracked a 300% increase in the number of antisemitic incidents in Chicago.
Richard Allen is accused of killing 13-year-old Abby Williams and 14-year-old Libby German while they were out for a hike in 2017.
Phillip Radford had just dropped off his twins at school, and then just before 9 a.m., he grabbed a coffee near 91st Street and Exchange Avenue and was shot.
Over the last year, the ADL locally has tracked a 300% increase in the number of antisemitic incidents in Chicago.
The man city records document as the owner of the alley declined several requests for an interview, but could be seen repeatedly driving a forklift through CBS News Chicago's shot.
Investor interest in South Shore has steadily increased with investors buying single family homes and condos.
The accused killer has a decade-long documented history of attacking law enforcement, inmates, and mental health staff. He was even issued a jail ID card alerting staff of his security threat.
Jackson has been waiting for this specific decision since his release from prison two weeks ago
Israeli and Dutch leaders have condemned a mass attack on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam as clear and violent antisemitism.
Sheldon Edwards, Jalen DeLoach and Jayden Dawson scored 13 points apiece.
Isaiah Rivera shot 5 of 9 from the field, including 3 for 7 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 4 from the line for the Blue Demons (2-0).
Arvid Soderblom got his fourth start in goal for the 'Hawks and stopped 37 shots.
Nikola Vucevic scored 25 points for the Bulls on 11-for-15 shooting. Coby White had 24 points and eight assists.
Michael Mollo Jr., of Oak Lawn, and Emil Kozeluh, of Palos Heights, are accused of clashing with police and storming the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Two people from inside the truck were taken into custody after crashing in Channahon.
Phillip Radford had just dropped off his twins at school, and then just before 9 a.m., he grabbed a coffee near 91st Street and Exchange Avenue and was shot.
Ricky Larkin claimed that the boy, Je'Loni Smith, had drowned in a bathtub, according to an affidavit.
Over the last year, the ADL locally has tracked a 300% increase in the number of antisemitic incidents in Chicago.
