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Madigan's team says powerful politician 'incorruptible' as corruption trial starts

4 months 2 weeks ago
(The Center Square) – Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was not an all powerful state politician who corruptly controlled Springfield, but an "incorruptible" man focused on serving his constituents, his defense team told jurors Monday. Madigan's defense attorney Thomas Breen told jurors in his opening statement that Madigan viewed his job as helping people. He wasn't after power or money, as federal prosecutors have contended.  Breen said Madigan, 82, never used his position as speaker…
Brett Rowland

Director of Missouri child welfare agency stepping down next month

4 months 2 weeks ago
The head of Missouri’s child welfare division will resign effective Nov. 1, a spokesperson for the agency said Monday. Darrell Missey has served as director of the Children’s Division since January 2022.  Housed in the Department of Social Services, the agency oversees the foster care system and investigates child abuse and neglect. The division has seen frequent turnover at the top, though Missey stayed longer than many. He was the sixth director under Gov. Mike Parson, who was sworn into…
Clara Bates