CHICAGO (AP) — A Chicago Democrat who once set much of Illinois’ political agenda as the longest-serving legislative leader in U.S. history was convicted of conspiracy, bribery and wire fraud Wednesday in a split verdict in his high-profile corruption trial. In a packed courtroom, jurors convicted former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan of 10 counts [...]
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, the state’s most powerful politician during his nearly four-decade reign, was found guilty on federal corruption charges in a split verdict.
A regional jet carrying 27 people ended up off a runway after landing in St. Louis on Wednesday morning.
A United Airlines regional jet went into a section of grass after landing on the airport's Runway 11-29 at about 10:50 a.m., according to a press release from St. Louis Lambert International Airport. The jet was being operated by Bridgeton-based GoJet Airlines. Lambert said it closed the runway after the incident. The airport has four runways.
According to the release, there were 27 people…
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ST. LOUIS – A United Airlines regional jet slid off the runway at St. Louis Lambert International Airport shortly after landing on Wednesday morning, Feb. 12, 2025, prompting the closure of Runway 11-29. The incident occurred at 10:50 a.m. Wednesday when Flight 4427, operated by GoJet Airlines, arrived from Washington Dulles International Airport. The aircraft, carrying 27 individuals including crew members, veered into a grassy area adjacent to the Lambert International runway. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported among those on board. Passengers were reported safely offloaded from the jet and transported to Concourse A of the airport. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated an investigation into the incident. GoJet Airlines, a regional airline based in Bridgeton, Mo., is a subsidiary of Trans States Holdings and operates under the United Express brand. The airline employs approximately 1,670 individuals and provides commuter feeder services for United
CHICAGO – Trust in public officials is something that’s hard earned. Public service ought to be a high calling for honest people with integrity. And those who violate the public’s trust must be held accountable if confidence in the system is to be restored. The Madigan verdict by a jury of everyday Illinoisans is an important message to anyone in government — or those thinking about public service — that if you choose corruption you will be found out, and you will be punished. This week has been a vital reminder that we must maintain our vigilance in cleaning up government and always put the people we serve first.
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