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politics1 year ago

Chaos Erupts as Dolton Trustees Override Mayor Henyard's Veto, Hire Lightfoot

A meeting in Dolton, Illinois, to address allegations of corruption and lavish spending against Mayor Tiffany Henyard descended into chaos as her opponents and supporters clashed. The Dolton trustees voted to reinstate former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to investigate Henyard, who is accused of misusing village funds. The altercation required police intervention, and Henyard has faced calls for her resignation amid ongoing FBI investigations.

via Fox News|
#corruption#dolton#illinois
local-politics1 year ago

Dolton Trustees Override Mayor's Veto, Hire Lightfoot Amid Chaotic Meeting

Chaos erupted at Dolton Village Hall as trustees overrode Mayor Tiffany Henyard's veto to pay former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot for an investigation into Henyard's spending and village records. The meeting saw heated exchanges, with residents expressing frustration over unanswered questions and alleged corruption, leading to the police chief, a Henyard ally, clearing the hall.

via WLS-TV|
#corruption#dolton#investigation
local-news1 year ago

Dolton Trustees Override Henyard's Veto Amid Budget Controversy Chaos

Dolton trustees overrode Mayor Tiffany Henyard's veto to hire former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to investigate Henyard's administration. The meeting was chaotic, with police intervention and accusations of filibustering. Lightfoot's mic was cut, but she continued to speak, emphasizing the need for transparency. Henyard is under federal investigation for questionable spending, and WGN is suing Dolton for withholding related documents.

via WGN TV Chicago|
#dolton#investigation#local-news
politics1 year ago

Lori Lightfoot Hired to Investigate Dolton Mayor Henyard

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has been hired as a special investigator by the Dolton Board of Trustees to look into various issues surrounding Mayor Tiffany Henyard, including her trip to Las Vegas, spending reports, and alleged misconduct. Lightfoot will be paid $400 an hour for her fact-finding mission, and the board expects full cooperation from all relevant parties. Despite skepticism and potential resistance, the board is determined to ensure government accountability and transparency in Dolton.

via WGN TV Chicago|
#dolton#government-accountability#investigation
politics1 year ago

"Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Hired to Investigate Controversial Mayor Tiffany Henyard"

The Village of Dolton in Illinois has hired former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot as a "Special Investigator" to look into current Mayor Tiffany Henyard's alleged spending and finance mismanagement, paying her $400 an hour. Lightfoot will present her findings in a report to the village, which will determine the next steps. Henyard has faced accusations of misusing funds and retaliatory actions, and has reportedly been under FBI investigation.

via Fox News|
#dolton#investigation#lori-lightfoot
politics1 year ago

"Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Tapped as Investigator for Illinois Mayors"

The Village of Dolton in Illinois has hired former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot as a "Special Investigator" to look into current Mayor Tiffany Henyard's alleged spending and finance mismanagement at a rate of $400 an hour. Lightfoot will gather information on any state and federal violations and present her findings in a report to the village. The move comes amid accusations against Henyard, including weaponizing police and misusing taxpayer money, with the FBI reportedly already investigating her.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#dolton#investigation#lori-lightfoot
politics1 year ago

Lori Lightfoot Hired to Investigate Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard at $400 per Hour

The Illinois village of Dolton has voted to hire ex-Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to investigate its current leader, Tiffany Henyard, who is accused of misusing taxpayer funds and engaging in corrupt practices. Lightfoot, who lost her reelection bid last year, will be paid $400 per hour for the investigation. The allegations against Henyard include misusing federal COVID-19 relief funds, hiring contractors without proper bids, and covering up alleged sexual misconduct. The FBI is also reportedly investigating Henyard's alleged misuse of taxpayer money. Henyard has refused calls for her resignation and has denied requests for financial documents from the village board.

via New York Post |
#corruption#dolton#investigation
politics1 year ago

"Trustees Seek Lightfoot Investigation of Dolton Mayor Henyard"

Former Chicago mayor Lori Lightfoot has been hired to investigate the alleged misdeeds and multimillion-dollar deficit in Dolton's municipal government, including unpaid bills and a lavish village-funded trip to Las Vegas for Mayor Tiffany Henyard and others. However, Henyard has the power to veto Lightfoot's appointment, and frustrated taxpayers have questions about the $400 per hour investigation. Lightfoot stated that she will follow the facts without bias and provide an assessment of the findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the investigation.

via WLS-TV|
#dolton#investigation#lori-lightfoot
politics1 year ago

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to Investigate Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard

Former Chicago mayor Lori Lightfoot may be hired to investigate allegations of corruption, cronyism, and sexual misconduct in the Village of Dolton under Mayor Tiffany Henyard. Trustees opposed to Henyard plan to vote on a resolution authorizing the investigation and Lightfoot’s contract, with the scope including village spending and potential legal exposure. This comes after months of reporting on Henyard’s spending and a veto of a previous resolution calling for financial records to be turned over.

via WGN TV Chicago|
#corruption#dolton#investigation
politics1 year ago

"Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard Faces Backlash and Chaos at Village Board Meeting"

Chaos erupted at the Village of Dolton's town hall meeting as residents confronted scandal-ridden Mayor Tiffany Henyard over a range of grievances, including alleged misuse of funds, retaliatory business raids, and a controversial Las Vegas trip. Residents accused Henyard of stealing money from a cancer charity, mishandling a police shooting incident, and failing to address alleged sexual assault and retaliation scandals. Henyard, in turn, criticized the media and shut down the meeting for safety reasons, citing threats of violence and misinformation. The FBI is reportedly investigating misconduct allegations against Henyard, and the Illinois Attorney General is cracking down on her purported cancer charity for lack of financial transparency.

via Fox News|
#dolton#fbi-investigation#illinois
crime1 year ago

"Multiple Injuries in Dolton AutoZone Shootout and Car Crash"

Four people were hospitalized after an apparent car crash and shootout at an Auto Zone in Dolton, IL. Two cars were involved in the incident, with at least five people exchanging gunfire in the parking lot. The scene caused businesses across the street to take cover, and the Dolton Fire Department transported the injured to hospitals. The investigation has led to the closure of the Auto Zone for the day as authorities comb through the extensive crime scene.

via WLS-TV|
#auto-zone#crime#dolton
crime1 year ago

Shooting Outside AutoZone in Chicago Leaves Multiple Injured

Multiple people were shot in a broad-daylight incident outside an AutoZone in Dolton, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago, after two drivers reportedly opened fire at each other in a parking lot. Around six victims were reported, and helicopter footage showed a trail of blood and evidence markers at the scene. The shooting is believed to have started when individuals inside two separate cars opened fire after a possible crash, with no injuries reported inside the AutoZone store.

via Daily Mail|
#autozone#chicago#crime