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Illinois Pols Forge Cuba Connection

by Rich Rovito January 6, 2016November 10, 2022

As U.S. lifts sanctions, downstate lawmakers tout state’s agribusiness, commerce opportunities with island and envision a new export boom.

Posted inEquity & Economic Opportunity

Mitsubishi Exits, What’s Illinois’ Next Move?

by Robert Reed and Rich Rovito October 21, 2015November 10, 2022

A public-private task force seeks a new buyer or tenant for the automaker’s mammoth plant. But government may be reluctant to sweeten a deal with tax credits or other incentives, a Rescuing Illinois report finds.

Posted inGovernment Finance & Accountability

Pain on Way: Illinois’ Budget Cuts Hit Home

by Rich Rovito June 25, 2015November 10, 2022

Cash-strapped cities, towns and suburbs set to slash public safety, reduce pension costs, tap rainy day funds and explore bankruptcy, a BGA Rescuing Illinois report finds.

Posted inInvestigations, News, Newsroom

When Wal-Mart Comes Calling

by Rich Rovito December 8, 2013November 10, 2022

Government leaders of an affluent Chicago suburb were forced to referee a nasty fight between its residents and a famous Big Box retailer. That battle is over but the store war may only be starting, a BGA Rescuing Illinois report reveals.

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