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FBI joins probe of DuPage forest district contracts

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The FBI has joined an investigation into allegations that DuPage County Forest Preserve District contracts were steered to a Chicago-based technology firm, benefiting two former district employees. The DuPage County State's Attorney's office has been looking into the matter for months. Also, the retired forest preserve director was given a $51,000 severance bonus, the Better Government Association has learned.