Former Alderman Ed Burke Sentenced to Two Years for Corruption

Judge balances punishment and leniency for Chicago's longest-serving City Council member, imposing a $2 million fine.

Burke's two-year sentence is significantly lighter than the 10 years prosecutors sought.
The judge cited Burke's age, health, and numerous acts of kindness in her decision.
Burke was convicted of racketeering, bribery, and attempted extortion in a historic trial.
The sentence has drawn mixed reactions from former colleagues and city officials.
Criticism has been directed at the leniency and the use of informants in the case.