New research shows toxic threats are greatest in minority neighborhoods near industrial areas. Interactive map also shows pollution dangers near your home.
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Un mapa interactivo confirma que oeste y sur de Chicago son los más afectados por la contaminación
Una nueva investigación muestra que las amenazas tóxicas son mayores en los pequeños vecindarios cercanos a las áreas industriales. El estudio, según los activistas, puede contribuir en la lucha por la reubicación de la industria sucia en sus comunidades.
Posted inPress Release
BGA Wins Two National Awards for Cop Shooting and Nuclear Power Stories
Journalism publication Editor & Publisher recognizes four BGA stories about nuclear power and police shootings.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation, PolitiFact
Fact-Check: Sessions Wrong Again on Chicago Murder Spike Cause
The attorney general again blames a 2016 surge in gun-related murders on an agreement between the city and the ACLU to rein in police stops. But other big cities have imposed similar limits without murder spikes.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
Doubek: Evaluating the State Supreme Court Candidate and Other Judges Remains a Tough Task
The retention of an Illinois Supreme Court justice is one of the lowest-profile for a high-powered position.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation, PolitiFact
Rauner, Pritzker Tax Disclosures Rich in Avoidance
Illinois’ wealthiest candidates for governor have disclosed little when it comes to their personal finances. But what they have revealed indicates they leverage tax code flexibility out of reach for most.
Posted inWhat the Gov
What the Gov: If I Voted Republican in a Primary, Can I Vote Democrat in the General?
Illinois primary elections force voters to ask for a partisan ballot. From primaries to the general in November, here’s what you should know about party identification and voting.
Posted inPress Release
Four BGA Investigations Nominated for 2018 EPPYs
Journalism publication Editor & Publisher recognizes four BGA stories on topics ranging from nuclear power to police shootings.
Posted inAnalysis, Policy
Can You Save $12 Million by Merging the Comptroller and Treasurer? Maybe…
Candidates for Illinois Comptroller and Treasurer offer differing thoughts to BGA’s streamlining question.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation, PolitiFact
“Boys, Boys!”: Repetition Doesn’t Improve Rauner, Pritzker Sniping
The leading candidates for Illinois’ top office squared off in four debates in recent weeks, repeating misleading attacks and defenses on policy issues and personal scandals.