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"Anchorman" actor pleads guilty in Jan. 6 Capitol attack
Jay Johnston, who also starred in "Bob's Burgers," faces a maximum sentence of five years in prison after pleading guilty to civil disorder.
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Jay Johnston, who also starred in "Bob's Burgers," faces a maximum sentence of five years in prison after pleading guilty to civil disorder.
Schneider, a Democrat from Illinois, called the vandalism "a vile act of hate."
In all, more than 350 people charged in the Capitol riot were specifically charged with obstruction of an official proceeding. This is the charge the Supreme Court ruled was improperly used by prosecutors.
A Chicago man, Kevin Lyons, was charged with obstruction of an official proceeding, among other charges, and sentenced to 51 months in prison.
John Banuelos faces felony counts of civil disorder, entering a restricted grounds with a deadly weapon, carrying a firearm on Capitol grounds, and discharging a firearm on Capitol grounds.
Karol Chwiesiuk and his sister, Agnieszka, both were sentenced to 3 months home detention and 3 years probation for their roles in the Jan. 6 insurrection.
In the video, a mob is shown crowded outside the doors of the House Chamber, yelling at congressional members through what appears to be broken glass.
Joseph Pavlik pleaded guilty to two charges related to the riot at the U.S. Capitol.
William Lewis, 57, was arrested in Burbank.
Shane Jason Woods, of downstate Auburn, is still facing a murder charge for a Skokie woman's death during a drunken crash in 2022.
Federal prosecutors said Daniel Leyden, 56, "helped set the mob's tone for the rest of January 6" when he helped rioters breach a police barricade.
Robin Reierson, of Schiller Park, is accused of shoving officers at a barricade outside the Capitol, and trying to grab an officer's baton.
A former Georgia official and a journalist were called to testify before a Fulton County grand jury investigating alleged efforts by former President Donald Trump and his allies to overturn the results of the 2020 election in the state.
According to the charges, Joseph Bierbrodt broke into the Capitol with his brother, and assaulted a police officer inside.
Lyons filmed as he walked around then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi's office, where he stole a wallet and a photo of her with late U.S. Rep. John Lewis.
Prosecutors said James Robert Elliot "seemed to view himself as the star of a war movie" during the riot at the Capitol.
Johnston reportedly was fired from his role on the popular cartoon "Bob's Burgers" in December 2021, after it came to light he'd participated in the riot.
Prosecutors said James Robert Elliott swung a flagpole at officers, and then thrust it into a police line – making contact with an officer.
The former president is facing lawsuits filed by members of Congress and U.S. Capitol Police officers.
Critical information, like the fact that militia groups had armed themselves ahead of the rioting, could have helped safeguard the Capitol, government watchdog says.
Joseph Pavlik, 65, was charged with multiple crimes and is accused of being part of a group that tried to shove a police line.
Proceeds from the sales will benefit the U.S. Capitol Police Memorial Fund, which supports the families of fallen officers.
Agnieszka Chwiesiuk is facing four federal charges.
Agnieszka Chwiesiuk is facing four federal charges in connection with the riot.
Jensen appeared to squander an opportunity for some degree leniency by giving a tepid statement at his sentencing hearing.
Thursday's high temperatures will be near 80 degrees.
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Bally's took possession of the River West property July 5.
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The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is tracking a bear at several golf courses.
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The Davey Tree Expert Company said the victim was one of its employees who was on a jobsite at the time.
More than 50 Democratic lawmakers boycotted the speech—including U.S. Reps. Jan Schakowsky and Delia Ramirez, and Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois).
President Biden on Wednesday night delivered his first remarks on camera since he announced his decision to end his reelection campaign.
Thursday's high temperatures will be near 80 degrees.
The White Sox (27-77) lost their 10th game in a row to fall 50 games under .500 for the first time since finishing 56-106 in 1970.
Former Secret Service agent McCarthy said security for both conventions is now even under more scrutiny since the assassination attempt on former President Trump.
The department has now confirmed they will be providing emergency medical support both inside the secure perimeter that will be going up around the United Center.
Data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year.
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Four businesses were hit in one night.
The burglary was reported and items were taken from Cook County State's Attorney's Office located at the Leighton Criminal Courthouse in Chicago.
The Davey Tree Expert Company said the victim was one of its employees who was on a jobsite at the time.
The Cook County State's Attorney's office reviewed the case, and decide not to charge the gunman.
The burglars damaged the storefront, but could not get in.