Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was convicted of bribery conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud charges on Wednesday, but acquitted of several others, following a four-month trial accusing him of running a yearslong criminal enterprise to enrich himself and his political allies.

The Illinois Democrat once lauded as the longest-serving legislative leader in U.S. history has been found guilty of some charges in a mixed verdict at his federal corruption trial in Chicago.

Former Democratic House Speaker Michael Madigan’s $158,000 annual state of Illinois pension is being halted following his high-profile corruption conviction. Timothy Blair, executive secretary of the Illinois General Assembly Retirement System,

The Liverpool manager Arne Slot could face two games or possibly more banned from the touchline should the Football Association decide to charge him for remarks made to referee Michael Oliver at the end of Wednesday’s fiery Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

Referee Michael Oliver came in for criticism for his refereeing display during the Merseyside derby this week but one former Liverpool captain enjoyed what he saw

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot faces a touchline ban after being charged by the Football Association following his red card following the 2-2 draw with Everton. The Dutchman was dismissed following the full-time whistle after an encounter with referee Michael Oliver.