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Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Video Gambling Firms Lay Cash Bets On Illinois Politicians
The industry spent more than $1 million in political donations, helping business spread throughout the state. Is Chicago next on the docket?
Posted inLegal
BGA Lawsuit Prompts Order To Release CPD Shooting Videos
Judge orders CPD to release all files around fatal shootings over the last five years a a result of a BGA lawsuit.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
Before You Vote For President, Vote ‘No’ On Lockbox Amendment
Infrastructure is important, and the amendment means well. But changing the constitution for roads isn’t the answer.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Daley Machine Cogs Still Spin In Chicago Heights
In three years, Chicago Heights Mayor David Gonzalez’s financial firm adds 22 municipal contracts totaling $2.1 million.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
Are Illinois Residents Ready To Vote With Their Feet?
One in five Illinois residents tell pollsters they may leave in the next year.
Posted inAction, Analysis, Policy
BGA Discusses Government Streamlining In Aurora
The BGA discussed successes and challenges in streamlining government as part of a community forum.
Posted inAction, Analysis, Policy
Lockbox Amendment Not The Right Route For Illinois
BGA opposes Illinois’ Lockbox Amendment.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Six-Figure Salaries Flow Through Chicago-Area Water District Six-figure salaries flow through Chicago-area water district
Managing sewage and flood control might not seem like the most glamorous job in Illinois, but the financial rewards can be substantial, a Better Government Association analysis finds.Metropolitan Water Reclamation District boasts one of the highest-paid workforces among local government agencies, but increase comes as tax burden falls.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
New Candidate Questionnaire Features Answers And Ducks
Yes, no, maybe and uh-uh. Our new candidate questionnaire has it all.