Suburban mayors typically regulate local liquor establishments. Taking campaign money from them is a blatant conflict of interest.
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A Burning Conflict
Fire district trustee votes on fire chief’s pay, benefits. Only problem: they live together.
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Andy Shaw kicks off FOIA FEST
The Better Government Association’s Andy Shaw helped the Chicago Headline Club kick off their first annual FOIA FEST.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
A Polpol’s ethical lapses inspire us
In wake of Recorder’s transgressions, BGA resurrects call for agency consolidations.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
A Long, Strange Trip
Calumet City alderman takes film junket to Miami. Not only did taxpayers cover the tab, his record keeping leaves some curious questions.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation, Newsroom
Gov. Quinn Chops Away At Bloated State Panels
Will issue Executive Order to cut 75 redundant and expensive boards and commissions.
Posted inAnalysis, Perspective, Policy
A Dangerous Mix
Cops have to make split-second, life-and-death decisions. Why in the world do some police departments allow them to have alcohol in their bloodstream?
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A Dangerous Mix
Cops have to make split-second, life-and-death decisions. Why in the world do some police departments allow them to have alcohol in their bloodstream?
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A Bad Brew
Suburban mayors regulate liquor establishments in their towns. But many mayors also take campaign money from those businesses. Who’s really getting served here?
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Misdeeds Don’t Stop Hire
Cook County Recorder of Deeds taps family friend for well-paid government job – despite conviction for heist.