Ford Heights Mayor Charles Griffin found guilty of stealing from the small south suburb
Cook County Judge James Obbish said the prosecution provided a “mountain of evidence" showing that Griffin used more than $10,000 in village funds between 2015 and 2017 for “his own personal and economic benefit.
Ford Heights mayor found guilty of embezzling village funds
A suburban mayor was found guilty Monday of theft and official misconduct.A Cook County judge found Ford Heights Mayor Charles Griffin guilty of one count of theft or unauthorized control of government property exceeding $10,
Former Ford Heights, Illinois mayor convicted of stealing from village
A Cook County judge found Charles Griffin guilty Monday of one count of theft of government property and two counts of official misconduct.
Former Ford Heights, Illinois mayor convicted of theft, official misconduct
A Cook County judge found Charles Griffin guilty Monday of one count of theft of government property and two counts of official misconduct.
Ford Heights officials testify at Mayor Charles Griffin’s corruption trial
Ford Heights Mayor Charles Griffin testified in his defense Tuesday on charges he stole nearly $150,000 for personal use,
Ford Heights mayor convicted of embezzling village funds
Ford Heights Mayor Charles Griffin was convicted Monday of embezzling village funds, though he was not held accountable for stealing the full $147,000 prosecutors claimed. Cook County Judge James Obbish said Griffin is guilty of a felony in the embezzlement of between $10,
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Low-interest loan program helps St. Joseph residents with home repairs
People in St. Joseph who meet income requirements may be eligible for a loan and grant program to assist with home repairs ...
White Sox suffer 116th loss as Wagaman, Canning help Angels snap their 6-game losing streak, 5-0
Rookie Eric Wagaman homered for the second straight game, Griffin Canning threw six innings of three-hit ball, and the Los ...