Public Education
Measure allowing noncitizens to vote in Illinois school board elections receives criticism(The Center Square) â Some see a measure at the statehouse as a threat to democracy by allowing non-citizens in Illinois to vote in school board elections. Others see… Read More
Culture
Critics say Gov. Pritzker’s budget is âwoke wishlistâ(The Center Square) â Illinoisâ governor is calling out what he calls âcarnival barkersâ while critics say his plan for the state is a âwoke wishlist.â Gov. J.B. Pritzker proposed… Read More
Public Education
Some question Ayalaâs legacy as Illinoisâ education superintendent sets retirement date(The Center Square) â The outgoing Illinois state superintendent of educationâs legacy is being remembered in different ways. Friday, Gov. J.B. Pritzkerâs office announced Illinois State Superintendent of Education Carmen Ayalaâs… Read More
Culture
âFollow the scientists,â Pritzker dodges decision on COVID-19 vaccine mandate for school kids, defers to legislature(The Center Square) â Incumbent Gov. J.B. Pritzker said he plans to let lawmakers decide if the state should require students to get a COVID-19 vaccine to go to school. Read More
Legislation
School choice supporters look to connect more donors to Illinois families for scholarship program(The Center Square) â Supporters of the Illinois Invest In Kids scholarship program may be looking to make the program more accessible to families and donors alike. The program allows… Read More