An Illinois state audit has found systemic failures in the licensing and oversight of thousands of taxpayer-funded group homes for adults with disabilities. Reports show that a nearly 230-page report, which was released on Thursday by Auditor General Frank Mautino’s office, found communication failures within the state’s Department of Human Services. Auditors say that officials who license group homes, or CILA homes, routinely did not receive findings and reports from those who investigate abuse. The audit also found failures in documenting whether deficiencies were corrected. The Human Services Department argues that the audit is largely based on dated information that does not include charges underway. The issues were 1st exposed in a 2016 investigation by the Chicago Tribune, who documented substandard conditions. The newspaper company also found the state oversight remained inconsistent in a follow-up investigation this year.