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The convictions of Michael Madigan and Ed Burke, two of the most powerful figures in Illinois politics, are not just scandals ...
Treasury watchdog begins audit of Musk DOGE team’s access to federal government’s payment system
The Treasury Department’s Office of Inspector General on Friday said it was launching an audit of the security controls for ...
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Law Department blocks investigations to protect mayors, city watchdog claims
Inspector General Deborah Witzburg says the city's top attorney impedes investigations that may embarrass the mayor or other ...
How Trump’s education plans might affect Illinois
President Donald Trump has vowed to shutter the U.S. Department of Education. The move could carry many implications for ...
Chicago City Hall departures raise questions on Johnson administration: 'The problem is the mayor'
The departure of a number of key leaders in Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration this week is raising questions about what's really behind all the shake-ups at Chicago City Hall. Some political ...
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RTA calls for stronger oversight, raising fares, more state funding
As state legislators consider a bill that would merge four Chicago area transit agencies into one, the Regional ...
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Exit of O’Hare, Midway chief leaves crucial vacancy for city, suburbs
After nearly seven years leading the Chicago Department of Aviation, CDA Commissioner Jamie Rhee is retiring effective April ...
How wealthy are S.F. City Hall power brokers? A look into Mayor Lurie, other officials’ finances
Some of San Francisco’s elected leaders are sitting on millions of dollars of stocks and expensive real estate, while others ...
Chicago City Hall departures raise questions on mayor's administration
Mayor Brandon Johnson's leadership team experienced some significant turbulence this week. Some political observers believe that more turnover could be coming.
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Behind every great investor is Yahoo Finance — the #1 finance destination
Trusted by 150+ million investors each month, your ideas have shaped the most popular finance destination.¹ Explore what you can do with news, data, and tools designed to help you make financial ...