Blase's decision comes before the start of a trial next month on federal charges. The 80-year-old is accused of taking more than $400,000 in kickbacks.
Blase says he plans to stay in Niles where he's been mayor since 1961.
Blase's decision comes before the start of a trial next month on federal charges. The 80-year-old is accused of taking more than $400,000 in kickbacks.
Blase says he plans to stay in Niles where he's been mayor since 1961.