Outgoing Gov. Pat Quinn could see juicy public-sector pension – or lesser retirement benefits if a pension reform bill that he backed is Ok’d by courts.
Investigation
Poshard, The Prince Of Pensions
Former Congressman Glenn Poshard, who lost the governor’s race in 1998, is collecting more than $200,000 a year, in total, from four taxpayer-funded pensions – one of the largest takes among retired Illinois politicians.
Biz Lights Up For Illinois Medical Marijuana
Wealthy investors count on secrecy, profits and expansion as new law takes off, a BGA Rescuing Illinois report reveals.
Hoffman Estates Cop Resigns Amid Misconduct Accusation
A suburban cop quits amid allegations that he tipped off partygoers before his fellow officers responded to raucous hotel get-together.
Congressional Investigators Not Done With Bobby Rush
Prompted by BGA/Sun-Times stories, U.S. House Ethics Committee forges ahead with probe into Congressman Rush’s campaign finances as report finds he may have broken state and federal law.
Former Legislator Opposed Medical Pot, Now Advises Would-Be Grower
Kirk Dillard, a former state senator and the current chairman of the RTA, has opposed legalizing medical marijuana in Illinois. So why is he now advising a group vying to grow medical pot here?
Elgin Property Assessments Puzzle Residents, Prompt Pushback
Residents of new subdivision in northwest suburb say their homes are being unfairly taxed higher than their neighbors, spurring review by municipal officials.
Trying Times In Lyons Township
We haven’t written about the Lyons Township school treasurer’s office in a while.
Juvenile Jail’s Issues Are Not So Minor
Alleged beatings by guards at Cook County’s juvenile detention center cast new spotlight on long-troubled facility as court prepares to transfer oversight.
Early Illiana Backer Reverses Course On Project
Once a proponent of Illinois-Indiana toll road, Chicago real estate executive now says proposed route is wrong, not worth the expense.
