Busting the myth that Chicago taxes are low
An analysis of Chicago’s taxation and revenue in perspective
4 ways to break out of Illinois’ pension trap
Causes, costs, how to set the state free
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Chicago passes largest property-tax hike in modern city history
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and city aldermen choose tax hikes over necessary reform.
Food-cart ordinance creates new opportunities for restaurants and entrepreneurs
Now that Chicago has lifted its ban on food carts, Chicago’s food entrepreneurs can openly provide food to consumers – and established restaurateurs gain an opportunity to sell their products in new markets.
Freedom, fairness for food carts in Chicago
On Sept. 24, 2015, Chicago City Council voted unanimously in favor of an ordinance to legalize food carts, giving thousands of street vendors across the city the freedom to make an honest living and opening the door for the next generation of culinary entrepreneurs.
Chicago employers say ‘fat tax’ would punch them in the gut
City leaders are focused on the wrong kind of belt tightening.
Chicago set to make ‘chilling’ change to city ethics rules
The proposed change in city code would further tilt the scales in favor of the politically powerful, as they could be granted full knowledge regarding the investigation on their wrongdoing, including information on who brought the case to light.
Chicago’s idea for ending ‘unsustainable financial practices’? Billion-dollar borrowing
The city’s long-term borrowing is akin to a Chicagoan taking on a mortgage to pay down credit-card bills she will never be able to pay off anyway.
Corruption Watch: April 2015
April saw two major players in Illinois education ensnared in charges of cronyism, among more than 60 other corruption-related stories.
Burge torture hearings highlight need for transparency and accountability
The police commander’s conduct has left lasting scars on victims and cost taxpayers millions.
Corruption Watch: January 2015
The start of a new year always comes with resolutions for improvement, but only time will tell if they translate into effective action.
