A Rescuing Illinois report finds state Executive and Legislative Inspector Generals lack power, resources to crack down on corruption. So, is that the plan?
Investigation
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Illinois Pols Grease Legislation For Pipeline Welders
Just-passed measure removes restrictions on the number of hours pipeline welders can work, travel. But critics worry about the safety of U.S. roads.
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Questionable Security Contracts In Cicero
Security firm with ties to Cicero town president’s “bodyguard” is awarded potentially lucrative deals by two government agencies in the western suburb.
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CPS Grad Rates Drop At Almost Every High School
Practically all Chicago public high schools see four-year graduation rates revised lower following an investigation into inflated figures.
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Paying Out At CPS, Coughing Up In Kane County, And Copping A Plea
This week’s Public Eye column includes items on Chicago Public Schools cutting checks for unused vacation time, an unusual toll project in the suburbs and a cop admitting to a heinous crime.
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CTA Pensions Pack Added Wallop To Taxpayers: Huge Fees
Not only are generous retirement packages available for transit higher-ups, taxpayers are footing a big bill for pension lawyers and outside consultants.
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Alvarez Campaign Relies On Employee Donations
Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez’s campaign fund is accepting dozens of donations from her underlings, something her opponents say is wrong.
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Old Expenses Rattle New Illinois Auditor General
Questions and concern about Mautino’s campaign payouts has opponents calling for his ouster even before he really gets started.
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CTA Board’s Pension Games
Retired members of transit board get lucrative benefits – are taxpayers getting railroaded?
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CTA Execs Ride The Pension Express
Retirement perks benefit Chicago Transit Authority bigwigs, saddle taxpayers for decades.