May 15, 2010
KTF Media Group Welcomes Betty Loren-Maltese, Former Town President Of Cicero, Illinois, As Our Latest Literary Contributor
For those of you that do not know me, I am Betty Loren-Maltese, the former Town President of Cicero, Illinois. I have recently made the decision to be a literary contributor to KTF Media Group because of some common experiences that I happen to share with the Publisher, Mr. Joseph Fosco, and part-time contributor Conrad Black. All of us have suffered (in some cases considerably) from victimization by the... read more
Apr 8, 2010
Chicago Outfit Boss John “No Nose” DiFronzo Ordered Rudy Fratto And Others To Murder Teamster Official Senese
When I was a little kid, my dad used to tell me about a friend of his that smoked one carton of cigarettes a day. This person was a fellow by the name of Dominic Senese. Like my father, Dominic was the secretary-treasurer of a Chicago based local for the Teamsters. In fact, the interests of Dominic’s local (#703) and my father’s local (#738) were intertwined at several major food companies located in... read more
Feb 25, 2010
Jerry Navarro’s Silent Struggle Against Mary Ann Mungo Finally Gets A Voice
I am here today to tell the readers of KTF Media Group about the plight of a man who has in these recent days become a good friend. His name is Jerry Navarro, and his story is a sad one. I want to take an opportunity today to let people know how he has suffered over the last decade, while remaining hopeful that a positive solution to his problems may come in the future. Jerry is a victim of a systematic... read more
Feb 12, 2010
The Pope ‘Speaks Out’ On Child Abuse, But Does Little Else
In the recent wake of yet another child abuse scandal, Pope Benedict XVI spoke out strongly, condemning the unconscionable actions of predator clergy. He said that while it is the duty of the Church and her followers to protect children, “unfortunately, in different instances, certain of its members went against this commitment and violated rights.” One wishes, though, that he would do more than... read more
Dec 24, 2009
Fosco, Burris And Roe Take Over Tin Pan Alley
In the vein of socio-political shenanigans perpetrated by such Cook County political greats as Roland Burris and Joseph Fosco I would like to offer my cover rendition of White Christmas. For those who can’t hum along by memory, here’s Bing Crosby crooning along in merry melody. Enjoy. — Congress is in, are you listening? All night long, sessions extending. No end in sight, Oh what a... read more
Nov 17, 2009
Is Village of River Grove Corporate Counsel Bart A. Smith On The Payroll Of Chicago Mob Boss John DiFronzo?
On November 16, 2009, Village of River Grove Corporation Counsel, Bart A. Smith, contacted KTF Media Group via e-mail. Their inquiry was in response to my article titled Is River Grove, Illinois, Police Chief Rodger Loni On The Chicago Outfit’s Payroll? Apparently, Mr. Smith is taking issue with my article. Smith is requesting the following information: 1. A copy of the report KTF Media Group submitted... read more
Nov 17, 2009
Conrad Black Speaks Out On Chicago Corruption, With Joseph Fosco’s Vigilance In Mind
American politics is suffering acutely from the gridlock of entrenched officeholders and election financing controlled by special interests. Over 300 of the 435 congressional districts almost never change partisan hands. Most congressmen have safely gerrymandered districts, receive the bulk of their financial support from one or a few sources, and are reliable legislative supporters of those sources. Their... read more
Oct 28, 2009
The Outfit’s Rose: A Tribute To The Late Clara Cerone
What Princess Diana was to England, Clara Cerone was to the Chicago Outfit. I know it sounds tacky, but I am being sincere. Aunt Clara, as I called her, was like a second mother to me, a source of happiness and personal strength that buoyed me through many tough times. I write this article a month late of the one-year anniversary of Clara’s passing, God rest her beautiful soul. Chicago has been home to a... read more
Apr 1, 2009
Pasta Instead of Payoff: Mob Boss John DiFronzo And Illinois State Rep. Skip Saviano Are Both Handy In the Kitchen
I recently learned that, in an attempt to stop pay-to-play politics in Illinois, a special commission organized by former assistant U.S. Attorney Pat Collins has made a number of recommendations to Governor Pat Quinn. So it strikes me as a bit strange that State Representative Angelo “Skip” Saviano is scheduled to cook dinner at the Governor’s mansion this Wednesday for the Illinois House.... read more
Mar 26, 2009
Case No. 09 CV 01882 – Joseph Fosco, Plaintiff, v. John DiFronzo and Peter DiFronzo and Jack P. Cerone and Rudolph Fratto, Jr., and Dr. Joseph Giacchino, Jr., Defendants. / Civil RICO Complaint
While I affirm that everything that I have ever written in all of my articles at KTF Media Group is truthful, I must admit I did not always reveal the entire story. Some might argue that people concealing information have something incriminating to hide. While this might be true in some instances, I would like to take this chance to explain to you why I have been silent (up until now) on several... read more