Legislation
Illinois law cuts funding for public libraries that remove controversial books(The Center Square) – A law involving public libraries in Illinois that created political divides is set to go into effect in January. The law will withhold state… Read More
Public Education
Biden admin funding aims to expand government services through public schools(The Center Square) – Two federal grants have been awarded to support the initiation and expansion of Full-Service Community Schools in Illinois. The United States Department of Education announced that… Read More
Culture
Smart toys highlight this year’s report on dangerous toys for children(The Center Square) – A consumer advocacy group’s newest dangerous toys report highlights smart devices that spy on children. Illinois Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) Education Fund’s 38th annual “Trouble in… Read More
Culture
Reading program connects military service members with schools around country(The Center Square) – A reading program is connecting U.S. service members with students in schools in Illinois and around the country. Visual Story Time with a Service Member is… Read More
Legislation
Legislators have yet to address extending Illinois’ school choice program(The Center Square) – Despite hundreds of parents and children chanting for the Invest in Kids extension to be called for a vote, Illinois Democrats have yet to do so. The… Read More