U.S. authorities say Rita Crundwell allegedly funneled money from city coffers into building and furnishing a mini-mansion near Sarasota, Fla. before being arrested and indicted for allegedly stealing $53 million from the downstate municipality.
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After Gas Heater Arrest, County Worker on Hot Seat
After Gas Heater Arrest, County Worker on Hot Seat
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Cash from a Crook: Niles Mayor Takes Campaign Money from Imprisoned Predecessor
Cash from a Crook: Niles Mayor Takes Campaign Money from Imprisoned Predecessor
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Dog Gone: Oak Brook Leader Returning Donation From Hot Dog Honcho
Dog Gone: Oak Brook Leader Returning Donation From Hot Dog Honcho
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Miami Spice
The Cook County state’s attorney’s office has opened an investigation to determine whether Calumet City Ald. Thaddeus Jones misused taxpayer and campaign funds during last year’s trip to a Miami film festival.
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Announcing 2011 Driehaus Foundation Investigative Award Winners
Announcing 2011 Driehaus Foundation Investigative Award Winners
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Central Illinois School District Flunks Open Meetings Test
Central Illinois School District Flunks Open Meetings Test
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Dubious Candidacy Brings BGA Downstate for Investigative Partnership
Dubious Candidacy Brings BGA Downstate for Investigative Partnership
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The Charmed Life of Rahm’s Chief of Staff
The Charmed Life of Rahm’s Chief of Staff