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Illinois’ porky budget gives $7M to move pigs
Illinois’ hidden budgeting process let lawmakers hand out 2,815 grants, including $7 million to move the University of Illinois’ pigs. Despite state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, claiming “there is no pork” in the 2026 Illinois budget,…
Why CT’s Treatment of Faith-Based Nonprofits…
Connecticut ranks among the least friendly states for faith-based nonprofit organizations, largely …
Illinois House speaker gets $40M sports complex for…
Backroom deals produced lots of pork in the state budget, including a $40-million sports…
Fines per Chicagoan more than triples since 1996 to…
Chicago’s 2025 budget needed $345 million in fines, forfeitures and penalties. It was $99…
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