Several months after the BGA and CBS2 highlight the case of a Chicago cop who allegedly lied in court in an attempted murder case, the Chicago Police Department moves to fire her, and she resigns.
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Donations Refunded
Following questions from the BGA about nonprofits donating money to Illinois politicians, despite an IRS ban on tax-exempt charities engaging in politics, a number of elected officials agree to refund money.
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CPD Stonewalls On Another Shooting Video, BGA Sues
Chicago Police Department denies a Better Government Association request for footage of a recent police-involved shooting, so BGA takes agency to court – again.
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Rauner Aide Ousted
After inquiries from the BGA, the Rauner administration forces out housing aide amid pay-to-play allegations.
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BGA Sues CPD For Failing To Turn Over Video Footage
Chicago Police Department stonewalls Better Government Association request for video of all fatal shootings by cops over past five years, so BGA takes agency to court.
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City Hall Launches Inquiry
After BGA asks Emanuel administration about millions of dollars in city contracts awarded to company with serious workplace safety violations on previous municipal projects, city officials said they hadn’t known, and demand answers from contractor.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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BGA Sues City Hall Over Private Email Usage
Emanuel administration stonewalls Better Government Association, Sun-Times over mayor’s use of private email, so BGA takes city to court.