CHICAGO (AP) — A former adviser to Gov. Pat Quinn says he had little involvement with a 2010 anti-violence program that a lawmaker panel is investigating.

Billy Ocasio is among seven former state officials testifying before the Legislative Audit Commission. The group approves state audits and is reviewing one that blasts Quinn’s Neighborhood Recovery Initiative. Auditors said there were “pervasive” issues with management and spending.

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