The BGA urges the Chicago City Council to support vital inspector general oversight reform.
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BGA Policy Team Talks State Of The State And Police Records Retention
The BGA policy team talks with WMAY’s Jim Leach about Gov. Bruce Rauner’s State of the State address and the BGA’s top legislative goal.
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Chicago Aldermen Rev Up Reform
BGA backs committee’s decision to send important inspector general bill to City Council; final vote expected Wednesday.
Posted inPress Release
Andy Shaw Talks Police Reform, Pressure On Emanuel And More With WBBM
Rahm Emanuel faces his toughest challenges yet, Shaw says.
Posted inFollow-Up, Legal, Results & Reforms
Legislation Proposed On Government Travel
Prompted in part by BGA news coverage, state legislator proposes legislation that would make it tougher for local government officials to spend taxpayer money on travel, excursions.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Lynwood Cop Charged
After BGA and CBS2 raise questions and push for release of video showing Lynwood cop slugging a handcuffed suspect, the officer is charged with crimes.
Posted inFollow-Up, Legal, Results & Reforms
Video Released
After the BGA sues, the Emanuel administration releases surveillance video of dog being choked as city workers try to bring it under control.
Posted inLegal
BGA Sues School District For Violating Transparency Law
Suburban school system won’t turn over complete compensation information on superintendent, in violation of Illinois Freedom of Information Act, so Better Government Association goes to court.
Posted inPress Release
2015 Top Ten Investigations & Results
In 2015 we published 115 stories about government corruption, fraud, waste and mismanagement. Our watchdog work also prompted 17 results.
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BGA Calls For Empowered Inspector General To Watch City Council
Council should act to strengthen its own internal watchdog; status quo is unacceptable, says BGA policy team.