Perspective

Illinois’ political powers have plenty of ways in which they control who gets to run or hold office in Illinois. Here are some and a few suggestions for ending the election games.

Think you can’t fight city hall, or township hall? Here’s how one Illinoisan did just that.

Chicago is the only major city to pay injured workers out of its legislative body. Changing that could be something for some enterprising aldermanic candidates to champion.

Two more public executives take their exit, leaving secrets, speculation and taxpayer mistrust in their wake.

The good news is there are legislative proposals that encourage streamlining and consolidation now awaiting the governor’s action.

A consumer group and electric firm sue the Illinois Commerce Commission claiming repeated Open Meetings Act violations.

Illinois has less than two years to get a constitutional amendment on the ballot and get ready for the 2020 Census.

Again and again, we see instances of a lack of understanding or commitment to transparency and independence.

The Legislative Inspector General no longer will have to ask for permission before launching an investigation into sexual harassment claims.

Agreement to expand the powers of the City Council’s financial analyst is welcome. But, after almost five years, it’s time to see what this office can produce.