Elgin, IL (ECWd) - Elections have consequences - so do past discussions Time and time again we see public officials being told what they can and can't do by their attorney. In many of those cases the elected officials have forgotten one important fact; the attorney...
Clark Co. (ECWd) - Federal Law: 18 U.S. Code 700 - Desecration of the flag of the United States; penalties- (Link to Federal Code) (a) (1) Whoever knowingly mutilates, defaces, physically defiles, burns, maintains on the floor or ground, or tramples upon any flag of the United...
DuPage Co. (ECWd) - It would appear some things never change when it comes to Freedom of Information requests (FOIA) at the College of DuPage. They have once again failed to comply with responding in a timely manner. From day one, the Board of Trustees have a...
DuPage Co. (ECWd) - Could a new mug shot be coming? The release of the Res Publica invoice now shines light on many serious concerns with former Chairman Erin Birt as well as the rest of those involved with what appears to be a clear case of...
DuPage Co. (ECWd) - Transparency has been the battle cry for some time by many and it appears the more the onion is pulled back the more stink permeating into the atmosphere. A recent FOIA response obtained by John Kraft reflects numerous concerning issues at COD that...
College of DuPage (ECWd) - Over the years we have all heard about how important it is to learn from our history. The reason for knowing it is to prevent from repeating the bad stuff and being able to replicate the good. The following group of news...
DuPage Co. (ECWd) - The request was simple: Copy of all invoices for public relations services in the last 90 days. Copy of all charges for the printing of COD promotional items mailed to residents in the last 90 days. Copy of all charges for all advertising of COD...
Hancock Co. (ECWd) - Just about the time you think you have seen it all, up jumps the devil one more time! Hancock County Board Vice-Chairman lied to the State's Attorney regarding construction costs. I say lied because once you read the document sent to...
Illinois (ECWd) - While researching contract issues with numerous public bodies there appears to be a pattern established. A pattern that points to total disregard for procurement laws as well as spending taxpayer funds on things that are not part of their statutory duties. The first concern...
DuPage Co. (ECWd) - "Waterleaf Employment Referral Program" "Expires 09/04/2015" "Due to the success and popularity of Waterleaf restaurant, General Manager Jean Pierre Leroux is searching to fill positions at the College’s fine-dining establishment. Jean Pierre – in conjunction with Human Resources – has developed an Employee Referral...
