Investigation

Sun-Times/BGA report finds that, since the CHA started razing high-rises, providing housing for the poor has become a growth industry for private landlords.

Living in North Lawndale on Chicago’s West Side, a Section 8 voucher recipient looks to get out of the area.

In latest controversy to swirl around Cicero Town President Larry Dominick – and cost taxpayers dearly – accusations fly about misspending in west suburb’s park district.

Correctional officer still has job, avoids criminal charges in spite of graphic video showing him pummeling Cook County Jail inmate.

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

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.

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.

While lawmakers take hundreds of thousands in campaign money, some municipalities fear backlash from selling water systems.

Concerns about a downstate village’s plan for a possible sale of its water system spurred ballot issue.