Former Rosemont associate charged in insurance fraud scheme
Nick S. Boscarino 49 of Barrington and Ralph E. Aulenta face felony counts for laundering and pocketing 288 670 in insurance premiums paid by Rosemont. Boscarino helped influence the Illinois Gaming Commission decision affecting the Emerald riverboat license.
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Illinois teachers shortage worsens amid funding reform push
The Illinois Education Association says recruiting teachers hinges on funding reform as pay and workload push people away. Officials warn of shortages in urban Chicago and rural districts, with 7,800 openings in 1997 rising to 12,600 last year and more expected. The task force led by Gov. Ryan plans a spring proposal addressing incentives and staffing.
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Chicago police unveil plan to reduce homicides
Chicago police will boost patrols in high homicide areas, pursue warrants, seize vehicles with guns and narcotics, and arrest parole violators. Officials seek greater resident cooperation, prosecutors for tougher sentences, and stance that community policing will continue while crime actions intensify.
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Police and residents join forces to curb city murders
Deputy Superintendent Anthony Chiesa notes regular meetings between community residents and beat officers improve police awareness of crime in Chicago. Three districts Gresham Austin Harrison drive most murders as gangs clash over turf.
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Jesse Jackson Sued Over Alleged Scuffle in LA
Los Angeles, AP The Rev. Jesse Jackson, his son Jonathan, and Gregory Mathis are named in a Superior Court suit alleging assault and civil rights violations. Plaintiff Jesse Lee Peterson Seek at least 25000 with claims tied to a December 10 Rainbow/PUSH meeting over a Toyota deal and minority outreach.
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Jesse Jackson
Rainbow
Push Coalition
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Toyota Motor Sales USA
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