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Action, Analysis, Policy

BGA: Open Up State’s Public-Private Deals

by BGA May 18, 2016November 10, 2022

Chicago’s new privatization law is good road map, says policy coordinator.

Follow-Up, Legal, Results & Reforms

Donations Refunded

by BGA May 17, 2016November 10, 2022

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.

Analysis, Perspective, Policy

Taxing Retirement Income Still Too Toxic For Serious Consideration

by Andy Shaw May 15, 2016November 10, 2022

40 states with an income tax include retirement income, but not Illinois, and that’s not about to change.

Follow-Up, Investigation

Nonprofits Donate To Illinois Politicians Despite Federal Ban

by Julie Patel May 15, 2016November 10, 2022

Better Government Association uncovered similar findings more than a decade ago – the IRS is still doing little to enforce the rules.

Follow-Up, Investigation, Newsroom

Government Agency Donates To Politicians

by Julie Patel May 15, 2016November 10, 2022

Despite state law that bans the use of taxpayer money for political purposes, county-owned hospital contributes to campaign funds for legislators.

Analysis, Perspective, Policy

Putting The ‘Spotlight’ On Investigative Reporting

by Andy Shaw May 8, 2016November 10, 2022

BGA to honor Boston Globe Spotlight team, other reporters at annual Investigative Awards.

Follow-Up, Investigation

Rivers Casino’s Jackpot: $1 Million Property Tax Break

by Sandy Bergo and Chuck Neubauer May 8, 2016November 10, 2022

Located on prime real estate and raking in huge profits, owners of Des Plaines casino argue their property isn’t so valuable, and the Board of Review agrees – leading to sizable tax cut.