January 26, 2012 — INVESTIGATION
Since stepping down in 2009, ex-chancellor Wayne Watson has received a wellness windfall—$300,000, so far—but he's not the only one benefiting from this sick system.
January 23, 2012 — INVESTIGATION
In the latest controversy surrounding a lucrative political perk, the daughter of Chicago Ald. Anthony Beale—who has endorsed state Rep. Robert Rita for re-election in the past—ended up with a "legislative scholarship" from Rita.
December 20, 2011 — BGA AWARDS
Judged by a rotating panel of journalists and media educators, the awards highlight the impact of investigative reports as a reform tool within the context of state and local government waste, fraud and corruption.
January 19, 2012 — SPECIAL INVESTIGATION
Little-known aspect of Illinois state law allows employees of select trade groups to collect retirement benefits from taxpayers—a BGA Rescuing Illinois special investigation.
January 10, 2012 — INVESTIGATION
According to a report obtained by the BGA and the Chicago News Cooperative, four of the 17 Cook County commissioners did not fully abide by the furlough plan put in place last year to save hundreds of jobs.
January 5, 2012 — INVESTIGATION
Findings by the Chicago Public Schools inspector general follow an investigation by the BGA and CBS 2 Chicago.
December 13, 2011 — JOIN US
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