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.
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BGA First Reported Corruption Probe Surrounding Former Speaker Michael Madigan
The Better Government Association first reported on a sweeping corruption probe surrounding Michael Madigan, who has been implicated, but not charged.
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Greising: Pritzker’s Budget Is a Big ‘Never Mind’ After Years of Bold Talk
Last November, after Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s “fair tax” proposal failed, the first-term governor warned of trouble ahead. Never mind all that. Gov. Pritzker’s $41.6 billion budget, delivered Wednesday, did not contain the deep cuts to education, social services and public safety he had foretold.
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Former Speaker Michael Madigan Resigns From Illinois House Seat After 50 Years in Office
The lifelong Democrat from the Southwest Side leaves amid a federal corruption scandal but defends legacy in announcing he is stepping down.
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Illinois Republicans’ Claims on State’s COVID Vaccine Priorities Fact Checked
The Better Government Association and PolitiFact rated a post on the IL GOP’s Facebook page “half-true.”
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Fact-Check: Did Pritzker Prioritize Inmates, Pols and College Kids for Vaccination?
A Facebook post from the Illinois Republican Party claims Gov. Pritzker put prisoners, politicians and college students ahead of those with health risks to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. College students generally are not eligible.
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As Mayor Lightfoot Approaches 2nd Election Anniversary, BGA Assesses How She’s Doing
As Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s 2nd election anniversary approaches, the Better Government Association is assessing how she’s doing.
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Greising: We’re About To See if Pritzker, Harmon and Welch Are Serious About Fair Maps
The Census Bureau’s delay leaves less time for political games and posturing. It demands that House Speaker, Senate President and Governor exhibit leadership, urgently, and do the right thing.
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Greising | Mayor Lori Lightfoot at the Midpoint: Can She Still Live Up to Her Campaign Promises?
The calendar quickly is approaching the second anniversary of the February 2019 municipal election that set Lori Lightfoot’s trajectory toward the mayor’s office. What a difference a couple of years — and a COVID-19 crisis — makes.
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News Literacy Camp Features Journalists From Better Government Association, Block Club Chicago, More
Chicago media organizations holding news literacy camp as misinformation abounds.
