Calumet City alderman takes film junket to Miami. Not only did taxpayers cover the tab, his record keeping leaves some curious questions.
Andrew Schroedter
Cherry Tops and Minority Stops
Why are Evergreen Park police pulling over so many black drivers? The motorists believe it’s blatant “racial profiling.”
Municipal Attorney Could Lose Lucrative Taxpayer-Funded Pension
After BGA raises questions about his eligibility, agency decides to strip away his benefits.
Breaking The Piggy Bank
Some Illinois politicians appear to be living high on the hog by using their campaign funds to supplement their lifestyles. Is this legal?
Cleaning Up?
Curious questions arise about O’Hare Airport janitorial contract and the mayoral ally who stands to benefit.
Paradox City
Calumet City is struggling economically, but the elected leaders in town sure aren’t. The mayor and aldermen get generous salaries, and perks that include free health insurance for life.
Downstate Legislator’s Law Firm Secures State Work
While Senator Clayborne’s Chicago-based firm reaps big payment from taxpayers, the East St. Louis Democrat remains mum, refusing to answer questions.
Public-Sector Pay Dirt
Law firm employing state legislator does a staggering amount of work for local governments – including state agencies he helps oversee. How is this not a glaring conflict of interest?
Spotty Attendance Continues To Dog DuPage Board
Analysis shows some County Board members still miss far too many public meetings — especially for a part-time job that pays $50,000 a year and carries a taxpayer-subsidized pension. Have some of these officials “checked out?”
DuPage is Appealing Place for Political Figure
While DuPage County Board chairman, Robert Schillerstrom appointed members of tax-appeals panel. Now a lawyer in private practice, he’s asking those same people to cut his clients’ property taxes. And they’re listening.
