Supporters of the suburb’s mayor have moved away – but they still cast ballots in Elmwood Park elections.
Patrick Rehkamp
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Ill-Gotten Gains? At CPS, Unused Sick Days Pay Off
As part of the BGA’s Rescuing Illinois project, this investigation is the first in the Education Watch series shining a light on the state’s school systems.
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Mayor Emanuel Cracks Down On Sick-Day Payouts
In wake of BGA investigation on former City Colleges chancellor, who stands to collect $500,000 in accrued sick time, Chicago mayor halts the practice and orders a review.
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Former City Colleges Chief Due $500,000 in Unused Sick Pay
Since stepping down in 2009, ex-chancellor Wayne Watson has received a wellness windfall—$300,000, so far—but he’s not the only one benefiting from this sick system.
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IL Rep Gives Alderman’s Daughter Free Ride to U. of I.
In the latest controversy surrounding a lucrative political perk, the daughter of Chicago Ald. Anthony Beale—who has endorsed state Rep. Robert Rita for re-election in the past—ended up with a “legislative scholarship” from Rita.
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Some Commissioners Fall Short on Furloughs
According to a report obtained by the BGA and the Chicago News Cooperative, four of the 17 Cook County commissioners did not fully abide by the furlough plan put in place last year to save hundreds of jobs.
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City Treasurer’s Police Detail Paid Thousands in Overtime
Why are Chicago taxpayers paying for a police officer to chauffeur Stephanie Neely to the gym, and her kid to school?
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Life in Fast Lane Leaves Chicago Fire Department Official in Hot Water
High-ranking officer arrested on DUI, gun charges; follows earlier incident in which agency vehicle lands in lagoon.
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City Treasurer Uses Police Security Detail for Personal Business
Why are Chicago taxpayers paying for a police officer to chauffeur Stephanie Neely to the gym, and her kid to school?
Posted inGovernment Finance & Accountability
Village Official Draws Salary of More Than $500,000
Michael Castaldo Jr. serves as Bellwood’s village attorney, works for several other public agencies and stands to get a taxpayer-funded pension some day.
