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Personal Rahm Emanuel Emails Reveal Much About Business, Little About Scandals

Emails released after BGA lawsuit show mayor monitoring press coverage while revealing little about scandals like those involving Laquan McDonald, Barbara Byrd-Bennett.
Dec 21, 2016 10:08 PM
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U Of I, Cook Hospitals Spend Millions On Malpractice Payouts

Taxpayer-funded health systems settle dozens of wrongful death and personal injury lawsuits over five-year period, BGA finds.
Dec 21, 2016 6:00 AM
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BGA Analysis: Trump's 'Sanctuary City' Plan Could Cost Chicago $3.6 Billion

Despite a clear lack of specific details from the President-elect, a BGA analysis shows that Chicago could lose billions in federal aid in 2017 if Donald Trump follows through on his campaign promises.
Dec 9, 2016 6:00 AM
Investigation

Pension Late Fees Hit Chicago Charters

More than $10 million owed to the city teachers' retirement fund is paid late, triggering at least $1.8 million in fines.
Nov 28, 2016 6:00 AM
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Illinois FOIA Appeals Linger With No End In Sight

Lengthy appeals process, non-binding decisions hamper ability to obtain records through Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
Nov 17, 2016 6:00 AM
Investigation

Chicago Bag Tax Is About Green, But Which Kind?

Mayor says bag tax is about the environment, but critics say it's about cash
Nov 16, 2016 11:00 AM
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Video Gambling Firms Lay Cash Bets On Illinois Politicians

The industry spent more than $1 million in political donations, helping business spread throughout the state. Is Chicago next on the docket?
Nov 12, 2016 8:00 AM
Investigation

Daley Machine Cogs Still Spin In Chicago Heights

In three years, Chicago Heights Mayor David Gonzalez's financial firm adds 22 municipal contracts totaling $2.1 million.
Oct 29, 2016 8:00 AM
Investigation

Six-Figure Salaries Flow Through Chicago-Area Water District

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District boasts one of the highest-paid workforces among local government agencies, but increase comes as tax burden falls.
Oct 17, 2016 5:30 AM
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Rauner Not Yet Clear Of Costly Credit Swap Hurdle

While the governor has taken the first step in mitigating damage from bond deal made under Rod Blagojevich, penalty still possible without additional step.
Oct 10, 2016 7:30 AM

Investigations

Personal Rahm Emanuel Emails Reveal Much About Business, Little About Scandals

U Of I, Cook Hospitals Spend Millions On Malpractice Payouts

BGA Analysis: Trump's 'Sanctuary City' Plan Could Cost Chicago $3.6 Billion

Pension Late Fees Hit Chicago Charters

Illinois FOIA Appeals Linger With No End In Sight

Chicago Bag Tax Is About Green, But Which Kind?

Video Gambling Firms Lay Cash Bets On Illinois Politicians

Daley Machine Cogs Still Spin In Chicago Heights

Six-Figure Salaries Flow Through Chicago-Area Water District

Rauner Not Yet Clear Of Costly Credit Swap Hurdle

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