Press Releases

Event Recap | 2018 Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Awards For Investigative Reporting

Thanks to the generosity of the Driehaus Foundation we are able to celebrate and reward, with $25,000 in prize money, the work of other investigative journalists in the watchdog fight.

May 2, 2018 10:00 AM

BGA to Launch Innovative Engagement Platforms

A grant will fund the cost of two tools, Hearken and GroundSource, to help power meaningful audience engagement in the BGA's watchdog work.

Apr 18, 2018 1:35 PM

BGA Announces 2018 Driehaus Award Finalists

Three award winners will be announced at an event on May 1st. Tickets are available now.

Apr 12, 2018 3:50 PM

BGA Wins Prestigious National Award for Series on Nuclear Industry

‘Power Struggle’ project honored with Stokes Award for exposing radioactive leaks and questions about federal oversight. The BGA also won a statewide award for its story about boy with autism who drowned in Chicago Public School pool.

Apr 4, 2018 3:50 PM

Veteran Chicago Journalist David Greising to Lead the Better Government Association

Andy Shaw to remain in key role during 2018.

Mar 14, 2018 12:40 PM

Why I'm Stepping Down and BGA's Bright Future — A Personal Message from Andy Shaw

As I approach my 70th birthday, the time is right for someone else to take over day-to-day management of the BGA.

Jan 22, 2018 12:00 PM

Andy Shaw Stepping Down from Day-to-day Management of BGA This Year

BGA President and CEO Andy Shaw is giving up day-to-day management of the watchdog organization later this year but staying on in a leadership role.

Jan 22, 2018 12:00 PM

Submit Now For The 2018 Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Awards For Investigative Reporting

Jan 18, 2018 2:00 PM

Speaking Truth to Power: 2017 BGA Luncheon A Huge Success

The importance of holding those in power accountable for their words and actions with CBS News' John Dickerson.

Oct 17, 2017 11:00 AM

Jill Wine-Banks, Watergate Prosecutor And Distinguished Lawyer, Joins BGA Board Of Directors

Sep 19, 2017 2:50 PM