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Chicago Tribune, BGA Investigate Deadly Building Fires, Provide Potential Solutions

The Better Government Association and the Chicago Tribune investigated deadly fires in the city and the role the city plays in tenant safety.

Gov. Pritzker COVID: Can Il Use Federal Money To Repay $4.2B in Unemployment Money Borrowed?

‘Essentially a Paper Tiger’: BGA Digs Into Resignation of Chicago’s Legislative Inspector General

The former legislative inspector general said she had "no real power to effect change or shine a light on ethics violations, the position is essentially a paper tiger."

Chicago Commission Approves Additional $600M for Cabrini-Green Redevelopment

Chicago Violence: BGA Investigates Juvenile Carjacking Suspects

The Better Government Association is investigating Chicago carjacking cases involving juvenile suspects.

Energy Bill Illinois: BGA Debunks Possible Pritzker Opponent’s Claim of ‘Clean’ Downstate Coal Plant

Potential Republican gubernatorial candidate Rodney Davis has stated that the Prairie State power plant near St. Louis is the cleanest coal-powered plant in the country.

Weekend Watch: A Close Look at President Joe Biden’s Infrastructure Plan

Biden's proposal looks to improve public transit, cut pollution and help modernize existing urban neighborhoods vs providing incentives for suburban sprawl.

Mayor Lightfoot Looking To Extend Cabrini-Green TIF, BGA Says

Mayor Lori Lightfoot wants to extend a controversial Near North TIF, the Better Government Association said.

BGA Explores Chicago-Area Black Business Owners’ Experiences Applying for PPP Funding

The Better Government Association spoke with several Black West Side and west suburban business owners about their experiences applying for PPP funds.

State Senator Joins BGA Fight To Make Navy Pier Documents Public

An Illinois state senator is joining the Better Government Association's cause to make Navy Pier a public group.