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Franklin County Bids Farewell to Long-Serving Judge Thomas J. Tedeschi as He Announces Retirement

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FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ill. — Thomas J. Tedeschi, a staple in the Franklin County judicial system, has retired from his role as Resident Circuit Judge of the Second Judicial Circuit, officials confirmed. Tedeschi’s departure marks the end of a significant era of service in Southern Illinois, devoted to both his legal duties and the community at large. Appointed to the bench in 2008, Tedeschi’s career was distinguished by his commitment to justice and community service. Over the years, he earned the trust of his constituents, leading to his successful retention elections in 2014 and again in … Read more

Franklin County Grand Jury Clears Louisville Lawyer of Alleged Illegal Campaign Contributions to Governor Beshear

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Frankfort, KY — A recent inquiry into alleged excessive campaign contributions by Louisville attorney Sam Aguiar concluded without charges, as a Franklin County grand jury declined to indict him. Aguiar was scrutinized for reportedly using straw donors to funnel additional funds to Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear’s 2019 gubernatorial campaign. The grand jury’s decision, encapsulated in a “no true bill” filed on Oct. 29, noted the insufficiency of votes among the jurors to charge Aguiar. Under Kentucky law, at least nine of the 12 jurors need to vote in favor of an indictment for a case … Read more

Jury Deliberations in Franklin County Sheriff’s Retrial Extend into Next Week Amidst Juror Discord

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NORTH HERO, Vt. — Deliberations in the retrial of Franklin County Sheriff John Grismore on a misdemeanor assault charge will continue into next week, following a day and a half of unresolved jury discussions. The charge stems from an incident where Grismore was accused of kicking a shackled inmate in 2022. The jury faced a stumbling block that led to the adjournment for the weekend. According to Judge Samuel Hoar, the deliberation was hampered by a juror who refused to adhere to legal instructions provided. This led to the judge’s stern admonition, cautioning that disregarding … Read more

Franklin County Jury Values Canine Genetic Material at Over $2 Million in Groundbreaking Verdict

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Columbus, Ohio — In a remarkable legal decision out of Franklin County, a jury has determined that the value of a dog’s semen has soared to over $2 million, shining a spotlight on the lucrative and increasingly competitive world of dog breeding. The verdict, which concluded a lengthy dispute between two renowned dog breeders, revolves around a collection of frozen semen from a prize-winning Labrador Retriever, known in show and breeding circles for his superior genetic traits. This genetic material was considered to be of exceptional quality, contributing to the dog’s offspring consistently winning at … Read more