Coal giant spreads around campaign cash in Illinois. Among recipients: A campaign committee created by the new chief of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, which regulates the energy industry.
Investigation
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Accused Of Raping Intern, Cop Still On Force
Forest Park cop was accused of sexually assaulting 19-year-old police intern but was never charged with a crime. Did authorities do enough to investigate the claims?
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Was Emanuel Aide Entitled To Property Perk?
As Rahm Emanuel’s campaign blasts opponent Jesus “Chuy” Garcia for taking more than one property tax break, questions surface about a tax exemption collected by mayoral aide Cheryl Hyman, the City Colleges chief.
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Did Ex-Chicago Detective Frame Multiple Suspects?
City finds controversial former cop – already accused of railroading two murder suspects – may have framed others, forwards findings to prosecutors.
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IDOT Court Monitor Issues Initial Recommendations
Reforms are proposed for Illinois Department of Transportation in wake of patronage scandal first uncovered by Better Government Association.
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Rauner’s Long Shot: Right-to-Work Zones
Governor’s employee “empowerment” tactic seeks local support but attracts widespread union opposition, a BGA Rescuing Illinois report concludes.
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Matteson Changes Tune On Police And Fire Layoffs
After a Better Government Association investigation on questionable spending, Matteson’s elected officials decide against terminating police officers and firefighters, for now.
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Matteson Cries Poor But Spends Big
Staring down a nearly $8 million budget deficit next year, the Village of Matteson may draw down its public-safety work force significantly – with possible layoffs of 13 cops and eight firefighters.
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No Lift-Off Yet – Peotone Plan Faces Tough Critique
Potential developers and investors in a proposed south suburban airport point out risks, weaknesses in the idea.
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A Blast From The Fast – Ed Vrdolyak’s Campaign Funds
The Illinois State Board of Elections web site provides pretty good information on the fundraising activities of political committees and candidates, showing how much they are getting from donors, and from which donors, as well as how campaign dollars are being spent.