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Supporters, Critics Write Letters To Judge Ahead Of Jacksons’ Sentencing
As former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. and his wife, former Ald. Sandi Jackson, await sentencing on corruption charges, several people have sent in letters in an effort to influence the punishment a federal judge will mete out in July.
Jackson Jr.’s Sentencing Could Be Delayed
Prosecutors and defense attorneys could tussle over the former congressman’s mental health. CBS 2 Chief Correspondent Jay Levine explains.
Feds: Former Dixon Comptroller Should Get Maximum 20-Year Sentence
During the course of questioning, Rita Crundwell told investigators she took $10 million, a court filing says. But in her plea deal she admitted to stealing more than $53 million over a 22-year period.
Dad Gets Probation For Posting Pic Of Taped Toddler On Facebook
A father who bound his toddler with tape and posted a picture on Facebook was sentenced to probation on Friday.
Judge Weighs New Trial For Dad Who Duct-Taped Daughter
Sentencing was delayed Thursday for a father convicted of aggravated battery for taping over his 22-month-old daughter’s mouth and binding her hands with tape, after the man’s defense attorney asked the judge for a new trial.
Christopher Vaughn Sentencing Postponed Until Tuesday
A father convicted of murdering his wife and family is expected to spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Former Chicago Detective Gets 8 Years In Fiery Dan Ryan Crash That Killed 2 Men
Killed in the 2009 crash were Andrew Cazares, 23, of Summit, and Fausto Manzera, 21, a DePaul University student. Friday’s sentencing hearing included emotional victim-impact statements from family members.
Indiana Nose Doctor Gets 7 Years In Medical Fraud Case
Mark Weinberger, who ran a Merrillville nose and sinus clinic until he disappeared during a European vacation, pleaded guilty to 22 counts of health care fraud in a deal that called for a sentence of no more than of 10 years in prison.
Power Broker Bill Cellini Sentenced To 1 Year, 1 Day In Blago-Era Corruption Case
William Cellini, a Springfield businessman, was targeted by the feds for extortion conspiracy in a case dating to the Blagojevich administration.
Man Gets 20 Years For Shooting That Wounded 18-Month-Old Girl
A 28-year-old South Side man will spend the next 20 years behind bars – for shooting an 18-month old girl.
Woman Could Get 14 Years For Failing To Stop Boyfriend From Beating Child
A west suburban woman could go to prison for the next 14 years for failing to stop her boyfriend from beating her daughter, who was under 2 years old at the time.
Attorney: Peterson Will Have A Better Life In State Prison
One of Drew Peterson’s lawyers has some interesting things to say about the kind of life Peterson will be living in the next couple of months.
Cabbie Who Tried To Fund Terrorism Gets 7 1/2-Year Prison Sentence
A North Side cab driver was sentenced to 7½ years in federal prison Friday after pleading guilty to providing monetary support al Qaeda in Pakistan.
40 Years For Former Railroad Cop On Conviction Of Shooting At Police
A former railroad police detective was sentenced to 40 years in prison Thursday for attempted murder, convicted of shooting at Chicago Police officers who fired back several times.
Blagojevich Pal Lon Monk Sentenced To Two Years In Prison
A longtime friend and former aide to Rod Blagojevich has been sentenced to two years in prison for his role in the corruption scandal that took down the former governor.
Blagojevich’s Former Top Aide Gets 10 Days In Jail
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.
Sentencing Delayed For Former Blagojevich Chief Of Staff Harris
The day after deposed Gov. Rod Blagojevich began his 14-year prison sentence, his former chief of staff, John Harris, is learning his fate.
Former Band Director Unapologetic At Sex Abuse Sentencing
In what will likely be his final public performance, Steve Orland was defiant and unapologetic. On Friday, the former West Aurora High School band director pleaded guilty to sexually abusing two band students, then read a lengthy statement that praised his own accomplishments and ignored his two victims.
Blagojevich’s Former Top Aide Seeking Probation At Sentencing
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.
Ultimate Fighter Ordered To Pay $23,800 For Destroying Apartment
An ultimate fighter convicted of a rampage in an apartment in Warrenville was handed a pricey repair bill in court.
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