The Better Government Association spoke with several Black West Side and west suburban business owners about their experiences applying for PPP funds.
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Surviving the Pandemic: Black-Owned Businesses and the Paycheck Protection Program
Four Black-owned small businesses in Chicago’s West Side and west suburbs share their experiences with applying for federal funding during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Fact-Check: Are Nearly a Quarter of America’s Lead Pipes in Chicagoland?
A spokesperson for Sen. Durbin said he meant to reference the entire state, not just Chicago and its surrounding area. Either way, data limitations complicate national comparisons.
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Greising: Scrutiny of Navy Pier’s Operations Is Long Overdue
Taxpayers own Navy Pier, made a big investment in getting Navy Pier Inc. started—and have a compelling interest in knowing how it’s being run.
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Fact-Check: Does the American Rescue Plan Limit How States Can Spend Funds?
U.S. Rep. Mike Bost claimed the federal plan just signed into law doesn’t restrict spending on the $350 billion allocated to state and local governments. That leaves out important details.
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BGA Investigates Alleged Corruption Surrounding Lyons Mayoral Race
The Better Government Association is investigating alleged corruption surrounding a suburban mayoral race.
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Greising: A Note for the Mayor: As We Judge History, History Will Judge Us
Reformer—or open-government reprobate? If Lightfoot doesn’t begin delivering on her transparency promises soon, the answer will be obvious when the history of her administration is cast.
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BGA’s Driehaus Foundation Investigative Awards to Remain Virtual for 2021
Open Call for Investigative Reporting Submissions
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COVID-19 Illinois: BGA Fact-Checks Gov. Pritzker’s Claim Il Outpacing Other Large States in Vaccinations
Fact Check: Is Illinois outpacing other large states in COVID vaccines?
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Fact-Check: Is Illinois Outpacing Other Large States on Vaccinations This Month?
In his state address, Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Illinois is “the vaccination leader” among the ten most populous states this month. That leaves a lot out.
