Testimony begins in bribery trial of Illinois Senator Emil Jones III

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Opening statements began on Wednesday in the trial of Illinois State Senator Emil Jones III.

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Jones is accused of accepting alleged bribes from a red-light camera company executive in exchange for help with legislation in Springfield.

He is also the son of former Illinois Senate President Emil Jones Jr.

Jones has remained in office since his September 2022 indictment on three counts including bribery and lying to the FBI, even winning another four-year term in an unopposed race six weeks after being charged.

He denies any wrongdoing.

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Capitol News Illinois contributed to this report.