As Chicago police have made more gun-possession arrests, prosecutors are using the secretive grand jury process and securing more convictions.
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Freedom of Information Act
The Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is the state law that governs access to public records. FOIA is based on the principle that citizens are entitled to information on […]
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Open Meetings Act
The Illinois Open Meetings Act is the state law that requires governments to conduct their business in public — including providing advance notice so citizens can attend, allowing for public […]
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Your Transparency Watchdog
BGA OpenGov is the Illinois affiliate of the National Freedom of Information Coalition. Transparency is a foundational principle 0f democracy, and the BGA is here to advocate on your behalf. Without […]
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Data & Tools
The BGA continues to expand its suite of custom, free tools and data available to the public.
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Four Takeaways on Independent Redistricting
Here’s what happened when we drew legislative maps without trying to rig the results. (Hint: There are no nice, neat squares.)
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About This Project
Our Mapping Team Jim Lewis Dr. James Lewis worked with members of the Chicago City Council, Cook County Board and Illinois congressional delegation on remap proposals during the 1990s. He provided […]
