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Founded in 1923, the Better Government Association is an independent, non-partisan government watchdog. Our mission is to combat waste, fraud, and corruption in government by conducting investigative research and litigation to expose problems; researching policy solutions promoting transparency and accountability in government; and using internship programs to train the next generation of investigators and public interest lawyers.

NEW: BGA/Fox-Chicago Investigation: Cook County not paying attention to vehicles, County ordinance

City Council routinely ignoring state law

Stroger's campaign fined, one year after BGA letter

NEW: BGA expands online database of public payrolls

Rezko Guilty on 16 Counts: BGA Statement

Feds charge 15, including 7 City workers for bribery, etc.

BGA accepting nominations for the 2008 George Bliss Award for Excellence in Investigative Journalism