Here’s who gets more than $300 million in local congressional earmarks – Crain’s*

Packed into the big omnibus spending bill that Congress approved on Dec. 22 was well past $300 million for member-designated projects. The earmarks are derided by some as pork politics at its worst. But every member of the Chicago area's congressional delegation—except for the now-retired Adam Kinzinger, R-Channahon—sent out a press release claiming big wins for their district.