Prompted in part by BGA news coverage, state legislator proposes legislation that would make it tougher for local government officials to spend taxpayer money on travel, excursions.
Follow-Up
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Emanuel’s $1 Billion Savings Claim For CPS Is Suspect
Mayor has long claimed he’s cut $1 billion from Chicago Public Schools. But some of his math doesn’t add up.
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Video: Dog Choked, Dragged At City Pound
After Better Government Association sues for access, Emanuel administration releases disturbing video of pound workers trying to bring dog under control.
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Lynwood Cop Charged
After BGA and CBS2 raise questions and push for release of video showing Lynwood cop slugging a handcuffed suspect, the officer is charged with crimes.
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Video Released
After the BGA sues, the Emanuel administration releases surveillance video of dog being choked as city workers try to bring it under control.
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Under Pressure, Alvarez Charges Cop With Beating Prisoner
But state’s attorney originally targeted alleged victim – then waited two years to prosecute officer. With an election ahead, cop’s lawyer asks if “politics” are in play.
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Alvarez’s Probe Of Lynwood Cop Drags On
State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez faces new criticism for taking more than two years to investigate suburban officer who knocked out prisoner – a beating caught on video.
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Did Alvarez’s Office Botch Rape Case?
Prosecutor working under Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez failed to collect evidence in high-profile case alleging sexual assault at university campus in Chicago.
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Did Top Cicero Official Go To Bat For Relatives’ Towing Firm?
Court papers allege Cicero’s municipal attorney allowed his in-laws’ tow company to use town property for free – as part of arrangement that already may have been shorting taxpayers.
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Rauner Poised To Pursue State Privatization Deals
Governor wants more revenue but spinning off taxpayer-owned assets and services is risky business and ultimately requires asking the tough question: “Why do this?” reveals a BGA Rescuing Illinois report.