As migrant kids prepare for school, some say not enough done for citizen students
(The Center Square) – As Illinois K-12 schools see year-after-year enrollment declines, Illinois lawmakers are looking at a possible influx of undocumented migrant students. In 2019, the Illinois State Board of Education showed nearly 2 […]
Chicago mayor hosts budget roundtable discussions
(The Center Square) – Chicago's mayor is hearing ideas from the city's youth about what the city should focus taxpayer dollars on when crafting...
State lawmakers looking to address Illinois pension debt with additional $500 million
(The Center Square) – Illinois legislators are discussing a measure that aims to provide an additional $500 million a year for the state's pension...
Legislators discuss staffing issues at Illinois schools
(The Center Square) – Illinois lawmakers are working on addressing school staffing issues.
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Chicago City Council votes against settlement in police misconduct case
(The Center Square) – Many on the Chicago City Council say the evidence will show "no wrongdoing" by officers involved in a fatal shooting...