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BGA Nominated For Nine Lisagors For 2015

Chicago Headline Club recognizes array of investigative staff and media partners’ 2015 stories.

Among the articles recognized was a BGA/WBEZ story about false graduation rates at Chicago Public Schools.

BGA backs bipartisan legislation that would make it easier to consolidate townships, mosquito abatement districts, and other units of government.

South suburb paid $125,000 last year to buy a former bar from alderman’s family – then flips it for $30k.

Rahm’s end run on Top Cop selection gives City Council unexpected opportunity to review Police Board’s role.

South suburban school board member votes on six-figure payout for his wife, an administrator in the system which is now trying to recoup the money.

After inquiries from the BGA, the Rauner administration forces out housing aide amid pay-to-play allegations.

Each city has its way but Chicago’s mayor is changing a longtime method for naming a police leader.

Gaming site hires contractor whose top exec has ties to reputed mob figures. Probe by regulators ends with hefty penalty – and unanswered questions.

Former Chicago Police Supt. Garry McCarthy has a new security firm, and it’s affiliated with a local businessman with a curious past.