BGA-supported “Smart Streamlining” effort gains momentum.
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Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Protect And Nerve
Community college in south suburbs hires politically connected security guard with history of run-ins with the law; Plus, president of the school packs heat.
Posted inLegal
BGA Sues City Animal Pound – Again
Better Government Association files second lawsuit in recent months against Chicago Animal Care and Control – this time for refusing to release the content of emails between Mayor Emanuel’s aides relating to the dog pound.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Rauner’s Cash Splash
Is Bruce Rauner buying political support from Republican groups across the state as he runs for governor?
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
The Dirty, Dark Side of George Lucas’ Museum Plan
The dirt under George Lucas’ proposed lakefront museum site covers a more than century-old garbage dump.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Hot Water
Municipal bookkeeper faces more scrutiny as feds seek records on south suburban water consortium; Plus, Harvey balks at paying ex-Cal City mayor.
Posted inPress Release
Third Annual Summer Comedy Event
The Young Professionals Board of the Better Government Association held its Third Annual Summer Comedy Fundraiser at untitled in Chicago’s River North neighborhood on July 28.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation, Newsroom
‘Doing His Job’
The public-sector watchdog tasked with rooting out corruption and inappropriate political influence in state government is doing a crummy job.
Posted inPress Release
First Meeting of Springfield Advisory Board
Springfield is stepping up to the table to demand a better government.
Posted inFollow-Up, Investigation
Another Adult Venue Near Nuns?
In latest controversy for Stone Park, another adult-themed club is proposed near Catholic convent.