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Painting stolen by NJ pol, mobsters returned after 55 years

They didn't cheat about it. A “priceless” painting stolen by a New Jersey politician and Mafia member more than 50 years ago has been returned to its owner. Shot in 1969 with the help of former New Jersey State Sen. Anthony Imperiale and gang members, the piece was created by his father, Newark resident Dr. […]

Former Los Angeles councilman sentenced to 13 years in prison in corruption case

Former Los Angeles City Councilman Jose Huizar was sentenced Friday to 13 years in prison in a corruption case involving cash bribes with a local real estate developer. U.S. District Judge John F. Walter imposed the sentence after receiving a letter from Mr. Huizar apologizing for his crimes. The former city councilor said he had […]

Fed’s preferred inflation gauge hit lowest level in 3 years in December

The Fed's preferred measure of inflation rose just 0.2% from November to December, its lowest level in nearly three years. The latest data on the Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index (also known as “core inflation,” which subtracts food and energy costs) is likely to whet the appetite of Wall Street investors hoping for a Fed […]