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Jan 16, 2013 09:27 AM
With election season underway, rivals to the village’s establishment find curious – and perhaps improper – roadblocks as they try to get on the ballot.
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Widespread Fraud in Chicago School Lunch Program
Jan 08, 2013 09:38 AM
Not only are CPS employees underreporting income so their kids get taxpayer-subsidized meals, other parents are doing the same – at a staggering rate.
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Bellwood
Dec 26, 2012 09:52 AM
School district fires administrator for alleged sexual harassment, then hires him back after he campaigns for school board members.
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Sticker Shock
Dec 21, 2012 10:50 AM
After BGA raises questions about his eligibility, agency decides to strip away his benefits.
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Breaking the Piggy Bank
Dec 14, 2012 03:30 PM
Some Illinois politicians appear to be living high on the hog by using their campaign funds to supplement their lifestyles. Is this legal?
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Crawling in the Gutter
Dec 14, 2012 03:00 PM
Thieves descend on suburbs to steal municipal sewer covers. How did they end up at a mob-linked scrap yard?
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Courting Trouble
Dec 13, 2012 08:40 AM
Aide to Cook County Circuit Court Clerk Dorothy Brown files for bankruptcy – but fails to disclose six-figure taxpayer-funded income.
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One L of a Costly Mistake
Dec 12, 2012 07:36 AM
The CTA is spending an extra $6 million to replace wooden platforms that, despite being brand new, are rotting. Why? The agency neglected to apply weather sealant.
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Cleaning Up
Dec 03, 2012 11:23 AM
Curious questions arise about O’Hare Airport janitorial contract and the mayoral ally who stands to benefit.​
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Lawmaker salary
Nov 29, 2012 05:30 PM
Despite state pension woes and ailing finances, legislators among nation's highest paid, a BGA "Rescuing Illinois" examination reveals.
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