Alex Nitchoff, 56, of Lemont, was charged with one count of conspiracy to bribe a public official and two counts of using a facility in interstate commerce in order to facilitate the acts of bribery, federal authorities announced Monday.
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Chicago Police Issue Alert After 14 Vehicle Thefts Reported in 10 Days on South Side
The number of motor vehicle thefts reported in Chicago this year as of March 19 is 6,421, a whopping 136% over the same time last year when 2,726 thefts were reported, according to Chicago Police Department data.
2 Killed in Weekend Shootings Across Chicago: Police
Twelve people were shot in 11 separate incidents between 6 p.m. Friday and 11:59 p.m. Sunday, the Chicago Police Department said.
Chicago State University Faculty Could Begin Strike As Early As April 3
The CSU chapter of the University Professionals of Illinois (CSU UPI) on Thursday filed their 10-day intent to strike notice with the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Board. In doing so, the union could begin a work stoppage as early as April 3.
‘Their Lives Will Never be The Same’: 18-Year-Old Charged After Woman Killed, Others Injured in Rollover Crash
Kurell Purnell, 18, was allegedly driving at more than twice the posted speed limit seconds before he slammed into a Kia Sorrento carrying Zainab Subhoh, 78, and six of her family members Tuesday night in North Park.
Johnson or Vallas: Chicago’s Next Mayor Will Oversee CPS During Transformative Period
An elected school board. A new teachers union contract. The end of a moratorium on school closures. Those are among the biggest education hurdles Chicago’s next mayor will have to navigate over the next four years
Chicago Board of Education Proposes Making Policy Briefings Public
The Chicago Board of Education on Wednesday announced multiple proposed shifts to the way it handles business, beginning with a shift toward public briefings on board agenda items before well ahead of scheduled votes beginning in May.
4 Killed in Weekend Shootings Across Chicago: Police
According to Chicago Police Department data, 18 people were shot in 14 separate incidents between 6 p.m. Friday and 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
Top Cop David Brown Officially Steps Down as Temporary Replacement Takes Over Chicago Police Department
First Deputy Superintendent Eric Carter will serve as interim police superintendent until the city’s next mayor can officially appoint a replacement.
‘We Had To Hire These Guys Because Mike Madigan Came to Us’: Opening Statements in ‘ComEd Four’ Trial Underway
Opening statements in the trial of the “ComEd Four” — who are accused of illegally currying favor with former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan — began Wednesday.
Jury Selection Underway in ‘ComEd Four’ Trial
Dozens of potential jurors were brought in for questioning in the case against ex-ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore, ex-ComEd lobbyist Mike McClain, retired ComEd executive John Hooker and ex-City Club of Chicago president and former ComEd consultant Jay Doherty.
‘ComEd Four’ Heading to Trial Over Alleged Scheme to Bribe Michael Madigan
The trial of the “ComEd Four” — ex-CEO Anne Pramaggiore, ex-ComEd lobbyist Mike McClain, retired ComEd executive John Hooker and ex-City Club of Chicago president and former ComEd consultant Jay Doherty — will begin this week.
Chicago Man Charged After Allegedly Stabbing Ex-Girlfriend to Death on CTA Platform
Alejandro Arellano, 31, has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of a 26-year-old woman, whom he allegedly stabbed at least four times with a folding pocket knife. He was ordered held without bail during a hearing Monday.
11 Charged in Federal Court With Operating 24-Hour Crack Cocaine ‘Hotline’ on Chicago’s North Side
Federal prosecutors announced drug trafficking charges against 11 people who allegedly worked on behalf of the La Familia Stones street gang to distribute the drugs primarily in Albany Park between 2021 and 2022.
R. Kelly Files Appeal After Federal Child Pornography, Enticement Convictions in Chicago
Kelly’s attorney Jennifer Bonjean on Thursday filed her notice with the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals. That move is not a surprise, as Bonjean last month noted her intent to appeal Kelly’s convictions on three child pornography and three child enticement charges.
Chicago State University Faculty Begin Strike Vote Ahead of Possible Walkout
The CSU University Professionals of Illinois announced its membership is taking a strike authorization vote that will last from Wednesday until Friday.
2 Former Cook County Prosecutors Charged in Connection With Jackie Wilson Murder Trial
Special prosecutor Lawrence Oliver on Wednesday announced a 14-count indictment against former Assistant State’s Attorneys Nicholas Trutenko and Andrew Horvat following the botched prosecution of Wilson, who was facing his third trial for the 1982 murders of police Officers William Fahey and Richard O’Brien.
Illinois Department of Corrections Director Rob Jeffreys to Step Down
“I’m grateful to Director Jeffreys for his years of service, ensuring the dignity and safety of the incarcerated people of Illinois,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said in a statement.
7 People Shot Over Holiday Weekend in Chicago: Police
According to Chicago Police Department data, 23 people were shot in 23 separate shooting incidents between 6 p.m. Friday and 11:59 p.m. Monday, which marked Casimir Pulaski Day in Chicago.
No Bail For Teen Accused of Gunning Down Chicago Police Officer Andres Vasquez-Lasso
Shootout allegedly occurred near school as children took cover
“This case, from start to finish, it begins with violence and it ends with violence,” Cook County Judge Mary Marubio said in setting bail.
Lightfoot Appoints Former Charter Network Chair to Chicago Board of Education
Miquel A. Lewis, the acting director of Probation Services at the Cook County Juvenile Probation and Court Services Department, will be joining the board where he’ll replace former Vice President Sendhil Revuluri, who left his position late last year.
18-Year-Old Charged With Murder of Chicago Police Officer Andres Vasquez-Lasso
Steven Montano is facing charges of first-degree murder, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, aggravated discharge of a firearm and two additional misdemeanors, the Chicago Police Department announced Thursday.
COPA Publishes Body Camera Video From Officers Involved in Fatal Irving Park Shooting
Body camera footage of the fatal police shooting of a man in Irving Park last month appears to show he was attempting to get up off the ground and run away when he was killed.
U.S. Attorney John Lausch to Leave Office March 11 After Tenure Marked by Indictments of High-Profile Politicians
John Lausch, who has served as U.S. attorney in the Northern District of Illinois since 2017, is planning to leave the office in “early 2023,” U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland announced during an unrelated press conference Thursday.
Chicago’s Top Cop David Brown to Resign From Department March 16
Mayor Lori Lightfoot — who nominated Brown for the position in 2020 and will be leaving office herself after failing to make April’s mayoral runoff election — announced Brown will be leaving the department effective March 16.
Number of Shootings, Homicides Across Chicago Down So Far in 2023 Compared to Last Year: Police
According to Chicago Police Department data published Wednesday, the city has recorded 79 homicides through the end of February — a total that is down 14% compared to the same point last year but 13% over 2021.
