Safety of ambulance fleet questioned after wheels, door fall off several vehicles. This is just the latest embarrassment for Chicago Fire Department.
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Reform Spotlight Doing Some Good
From time to time the BGA will circle back to previous investigations to see if, and how, government responded. The findings in this first “Rewind” column are mixed.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
Reform Spotlight Doing Some Good
From time to time the BGA will circle back to previous investigations to see if, and how, government responded. The findings in this first “Rewind” column are mixed.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Cherry Tops and Minority Stops
Why are Evergreen Park police pulling over so many black drivers? The motorists believe it’s blatant “racial profiling.”
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
License to Swill
Westchester cops are allowed to patrol with alcohol in their system. And they aren’t the only local police department with this troubling provision.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
No Bold Stand vs. Conflicts of Interest
Governor Quinn recently called for a ban on “conflict of interest voting.” This, unfortunately, is just another well-intentioned baby step.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
No Bold Stand vs. Conflicts of Interest
Governor Quinn recently called for a ban on “conflict of interest voting.” This, unfortunately, is just another well-intentioned baby step.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
Privatizing Chicago
The City Council should pursue the Privatization and Accountability Ordinance before considering privatizing Midway Airport or other assets.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Putting the Brakes on YouTube
Following an inquiry by the BGA and NBC 5, transit agency Pace cracks down on employees accessing videos at work. Why aren’t other public agencies doing more to police web activity?
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
Breathing Fire
County treasurer helps property owners understand how they’re getting burned by government bloat and soaring taxes.