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Chicago Tribune
6 days ago
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Jan. 6 offender speaking at Lake Station church
The Lake Station Republican Party is hosting a now-pardoned Jan. 6 insurrectionist at a Saturday speaking engagement at a local church. The cost to hear Kash Kelly is $40 at the Calvary Baptist Church, 2945 New Jersey St. Lake Station GOP chairman Garry Trawick declined comment on the event, which coincides with Northwest Indiana Pride's celebration of Pride Month at Riverview Park, a few miles eastward. Kelly, 36, of Hammond, was initially charged in 2021 with knowingly entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds without lawful authority; violent entry and disorderly conduct on Capitol Grounds. Kelly had posted several photos on social media while inside the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, as insurrectionists injured police officers and destroyed Capitol property with prior encouragement from President Donald Trump at a rally. Trump still claims, without proof, the 2020 election he lost to Joe Biden was stolen. Trump pardoned the insurrectionists early in his second term in January. Kelly's case was complicated by the fact he was awaiting sentencing in an unrelated federal drug case as his charges stemming from Jan. 6 made its way through the court system. Kelly was sentenced to four years on conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine and marijuana during his time as a member of the Latin Kings. He was also required to serve three years of supervised release in the matter. He was first indicted in February 2015. On Nov. 10, 2022, he pleaded guilty to one count of parading, demonstrating or picketing in a Capitol building and the initial charges were dropped. He was sentenced to 60 days of incarceration and $500 in restitution. He was released in 2024. On Tuesday, Mayor Bill Carroll said he was unaware of Kelly's appearance. He suggested the event might draw 12 people. 'I mean, it's America. Anybody can speak,' Carroll said. Lake County GOP chairman Randy Niemeyer also was unaware of Kelly's appearance. 'This is the first I've heard of it. I think with these sorts of political events, people need to remember, on either side of the aisle, free speech applies to everything… I don't know much about Kash Kelly.' He said the county GOP wasn't involved in the event. Lake Station Democratic chairman Rick Long didn't like Kelly's appearance. 'I was raised in that church. Leave the politics out of the church. Churches are for people to go and worship the Lord.' Long said his parents were lifelong members of Calvary Baptist. 'I'm sure they also would be disappointed… They were Republicans and would not like it.' Meanwhile, in a 17-minute-plus social media video, Kelly reacted to the Post-Tribune asking questions about his appearance, calling the newspaper 'leftist media.' Kelly said his talk would be about spreading unity, not encouraging violence, but he emphasized that he would defend himself if protesters 'incite' it. 'Keep the peace is all I'm asking,' he said. Kelly said he hopes the event draws middle ground people who might be Democrats, Republicans or independents. He said he has no problem with the planned Pride event this weekend, but said if people disagree with the city welcoming the event, they should vote a different way in the next election. 'Don't show up with the intent you're going to dislike me,' he said. 'Why don't you give me a fair shake?' Kelly did not respond to a request for comment by press time.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Afternoon Briefing: Man sentenced for girl shot while crossing the street with her mother in Little Village
Good afternoon, Chicago. A judge sentenced a man to 20 years in prison today after he pleaded guilty to murder in the 2022 slaying of an 8-year-old girl who was shot while crossing the street with her mother in Little Village. Xavier Guzman pleaded guilty in 2023, but received his punishment after the case against his co-defendant, Emilio Corripio, 20, resolved with a guilty plea in March. On Jan. 22, 2022, Melissa Ortega walked hand-in-hand with mother around West 26th Street and South Pulaski Road when, according to prosecutors, Corripio fired shots after seeing a gang rival flash a hand sign. Corripio then got into a car driven by Guzman to buy sandwiches and drinks without 'a care in the world,' prosecutors said at a 2022 hearing. Then 16 and on juvenile probation, Corripio was a self-admitted member of the Latin Kings who opened fire in broad daylight at rival Two-Six gang members. He hit his target, but he also shot Melissa in the head. Here's what else is happening today. And remember, for the latest breaking news in Chicago, visit and sign up to get our alerts on all your devices. Subscribe to more newsletters | Asking Eric | Horoscopes | Puzzles & Games | Today in History A Will County landlord was sentenced 53 years in prison Friday for the murder of 6-year-old Wadee Alfayoumi and the attempted murder of the boy's mother in October 2023, an attack a jury found to be a hate crime spurred by the war in Gaza. Read more here. More top news stories: Gov. JB Pritzker mocks his weight, tells TV host Jimmy Kimmel he's undecided on third term Group opposing Mayor Brandon Johnson and allies raises $10 million, progressives decry 'sucker politics' 17 students injured in school bus collision on Southwest Side, police say As communities around the state debate whether to replace the state's soon-to-end grocery tax with one of their own, Elgin Mayor Dave Kaptain said he's not in favor of the swap to fill the $1.2 million budget gap the tax loss will create. Read more here. More top business stories: Midwest carbon dioxide pipeline could face new hurdle Wall Street gains ground following a stronger-than-expected report on the US job market It was a long fight for Black baseball players to be treated with respect. We see the results of that battle for athletic equality today, and Chicago was involved in a turning point more than a century ago. Read more here. More top sports stories: Kentucky Derby: How to watch, the favorites and what to expect in the 151st running of the race Kentucky Derby field reduced to 19 with scratch of Grande, leaving owner 'shocked and confused' Gregg Popovich, the NBA's all-time wins leader, retires after 29 seasons as San Antonio Spurs coach Pity poor Jake Gyllenhaal. Rich, original and cliché-free, his riveting, Tony Award-worthy Iago was, in fact, as dynamic and distinctive a Shakespearean performance as Broadway has seen in years. And yet the show that surrounded him, 'Othello' starring Denzel Washington, was so otherwise dismal that Tony nominators could not see beyond the noise and confusion to find the one living, breathing reason to spend the big bucks at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. A cautionary tale: Do great work in a bad production and Tony nominators likely will pass you by. But the reverse can be true, too. Read more here. More top Eat. Watch. Do. stories: Lucy Dacus at the Chicago Theatre: Understated and personal to the point of feeling muted Ruth Buzzi, comedy sketch player on groundbreaking series 'Laugh-In,' dies at 88 Prince Harry loses appeal to restore his UK government-funded security detail Drones attacked a vessel carrying aid to Gaza while it was in international waters off Malta on Friday, the group organizing the shipment said. A fire broke out but was brought under control, according to authorities. Read more here. More top stories from around the world: No damage reported after 7.4 magnitude quake strikes off the southern coasts of Chile and Argentina How long was the longest conclave? Facts about the secret voting to elect a pope CDC reports 216 child deaths this flu season, the most in 15 years
Chicago Tribune
02-05-2025
- Chicago Tribune
Afternoon Briefing: Man sentenced for girl shot while crossing the street with her mother in Little Village
Good afternoon, Chicago. A judge sentenced a man to 20 years in prison today after he pleaded guilty to murder in the 2022 slaying of an 8-year-old girl who was shot while crossing the street with her mother in Little Village. Xavier Guzman pleaded guilty in 2023, but received his punishment after the case against his co-defendant, Emilio Corripio, 20, resolved with a guilty plea in March. On Jan. 22, 2022, Melissa Ortega walked hand-in-hand with mother around West 26th Street and South Pulaski Road when, according to prosecutors, Corripio fired shots after seeing a gang rival flash a hand sign. Corripio then got into a car driven by Guzman to buy sandwiches and drinks without 'a care in the world,' prosecutors said at a 2022 hearing. Then 16 and on juvenile probation, Corripio was a self-admitted member of the Latin Kings who opened fire in broad daylight at rival Two-Six gang members. He hit his target, but he also shot Melissa in the head. Here's what else is happening today. And remember, for the latest breaking news in Chicago, visit and sign up to get our alerts on all your devices. Plainfield man sentenced to 53 years in prison for hate crime that left 6-year-old Palestinian American boy dead A Will County landlord was sentenced 53 years in prison Friday for the murder of 6-year-old Wadee Alfayoumi and the attempted murder of the boy's mother in October 2023, an attack a jury found to be a hate crime spurred by the war in Gaza. Read more here. Elgin mayor says he doesn't support closing $1.2M budget hole by swapping state grocery tax for local one As communities around the state debate whether to replace the state's soon-to-end grocery tax with one of their own, Elgin Mayor Dave Kaptain said he's not in favor of the swap to fill the $1.2 million budget gap the tax loss will create. Read more here. The 1st Negro National League game was played 105 years ago today — and Chicago played a part It was a long fight for Black baseball players to be treated with respect. We see the results of that battle for athletic equality today, and Chicago was involved in a turning point more than a century ago. Read more here. More top sports stories: What the Tony nominations got right — and wrong Pity poor Jake Gyllenhaal. Rich, original and cliché-free, his riveting, Tony Award-worthy Iago was, in fact, as dynamic and distinctive a Shakespearean performance as Broadway has seen in years. And yet the show that surrounded him, 'Othello' starring Denzel Washington, was so otherwise dismal that Tony nominators could not see beyond the noise and confusion to find the one living, breathing reason to spend the big bucks at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. A cautionary tale: Do great work in a bad production and Tony nominators likely will pass you by. But the reverse can be true, too. Read more here. More top Eat. Watch. Do. stories: Lucy Dacus at the Chicago Theatre: Understated and personal to the point of feeling muted Ruth Buzzi, comedy sketch player on groundbreaking series 'Laugh-In,' dies at 88 Prince Harry loses appeal to restore his UK government-funded security detail Drones strike ship carrying aid to Gaza, organizers say Drones attacked a vessel carrying aid to Gaza while it was in international waters off Malta on Friday, the group organizing the shipment said. A fire broke out but was brought under control, according to authorities. Read more here.
Chicago Tribune
02-05-2025
- Chicago Tribune
Man sentenced to 20 years in 2022 slaying of 8-year-old Melissa Ortega in Little Village
A judge on Friday sentenced a man to 20 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to murder in the 2022 slaying of an 8-year-old girl who was shot while crossing the street with her mother in Little Village. Xavier Guzman pleaded guilty in 2023, but received his punishment after the case against his co-defendant, Emilio Corripio, 20, resolved with a guilty plea in March. On Jan. 22, 2022, Melissa Ortega walked hand-in-hand with mother around West 26th Street and South Pulaski Road when, according to prosecutors, Corripio fired shots after seeing a gang rival flash a hand sign. Corripio then got into a car driven by Guzman to buy sandwiches and drinks without 'a care in the world,' prosecutors said at a 2022 hearing. Then 16 and on juvenile probation, Corripio was a self-admitted member of the Latin Kings who opened fire in broad daylight at rival Two-Six gang members. He hit his target, but he also shot Melissa — who was wearing a pink hat — in the head. The other victim survived the shooting. Melissa's family had immigrated to the U.S. the year before the killing, and was 'filled with dreams' at the prospect of a new life here, her mother said in a statement at the time of the shooting. She was in third grade at Emiliano Zapata Academy. 'We imagined a better life here. We came in search of the American Dream we so famously hear of but instead I get to live a nightmare for the rest of my life,' her mother said in the statement. 'How is it possible that a little girl dies in broad daylight? How is it possible that we can send men to Mars but we can't fix the gun violence in our city?' Corripio pleaded guilty to murder on March 14 and was sentenced to 27 years in prison. He had been charged as an adult, and was previously on juvenile probation for two carjackings and possession of a stolen car.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Yahoo
Man behind the wheel in deadly Plant City crash arrested for DUI manslaughter: Deputies
The Brief A man who deputies said was behind the wheel during a deadly Plant City crash that happened more than a month ago has been arrested for DUI manslaughter. Deputies said Adrian Burnett, 37, is facing charges that include DUI manslaughter, armed possession of a controlled substance and more. The crash happened in the area of Turkey Creek Road south of U.S. 92 just after 3 a.m. on March 9. PLANT CITY, Fla. - A man who deputies said was behind the wheel during a deadly Plant City crash that happened more than a month ago has been arrested for DUI manslaughter. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said Adrian Burnett, 37, turned himself in to the Orient Road Jail on Tuesday after an arrest warrant was issued on Monday relating to the crash. WATCH: 13 arrested in months-long investigation involving Latin Kings The backstory Hillsborough County deputies responded to the head-on crash, which happened in the early morning hours of March 9 along Turkey Creek Road south of U.S. 92. The crash involved two vehicles, and when deputies arrived at the scene, they found two people dead. Authorities said they issued an arrest warrant for Burnett following a thorough investigation of the crash. Follow FOX 13 on YouTube Deputies said Burnett faces two counts of DUI manslaughter, armed possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of cannabis less than 20 grams. What they're saying "This tragedy is a painful reminder of the irreversible consequences of driving under the influence," said Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister. "Our hearts are with the victims' families, and we remain committed to holding those who make reckless choices accountable." The Source This story was written with information provided by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app: Apple | Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter
