Illinois Senate President Don Harmon proposes legislation for a hybrid Chicago Public Schools board, aligning with Mayor Johnson's plan, amid debates on representation and the CTU's influence.

Illinois warns of potential tax refund delays due to fraud prevention, affecting taxpayers' financial planning and causing longer wait times for both electronic and paper filers.

Chicago Teachers Union reached a tentative agreement with two charter schools, potentially ending their strike.

Gov. JB Pritzker supports a bill requiring legal representation for minors during police questioning, which could lead to changes in juvenile justice in Illinois.

Justice Joy Cunningham and Appellate Judge Jesse Reyes are candidates in the Illinois Supreme Court race, with no Republicans running, making the Democratic primary decisive.

Mayor Brandon Johnson has not acted on a transparency order regarding aldermanic power in zoning by predecessor Lori Lightfoot, as other policies take priority.

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is cautiously considering funding for a new Chicago White Sox stadium, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and a need for clear financial plans.

The Illinois Department of Revenue has issued a tentative property tax multiplier of 1.0193 for Clinton County, meant to ensure equitable tax assessments at one-third of market value.

Mayor Brandon Johnson must decide on renewing Chicago's ShotSpotter contract amidst debate on its efficacy and impact on policing in minority neighborhoods.

Attorney Clint Krislov, known for challenging Chicago's parking meter deal and advocating for retirees, died at 74 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is working to revamp the city's public education system, aiming to prioritize neighborhood schools despite a $400 million CPS deficit.

Democratic candidates Eileen O'Neill Burke and Clayton Harris III debate policies on juvenile crimes and retail theft ahead of the Cook County State's Attorney primary.

Mayor Johnson announced the Good Food Fund and Food Business Incubator Program in Chicago to support food entrepreneurs and combat food insecurity in under-resourced areas.