Federal tax credit program could benefit Illinois students with disabilities
Federal tax credit program could benefit Illinois students with disabilities
The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, also known as the Education Freedom Tax Credit, could help students access funds for special-needs education services.
By Hannah Schmid
Chicago Public Schools loses 11,500 students in largest decline since pandemic
Chicago Public Schools loses 11,500 students in largest decline since pandemic
Enrollment has dropped by 20% over the past 10 years.
By Hannah Schmid
See which Chicago CTA stations have the highest crime rates
See which Chicago CTA stations have the highest crime rates
Cicero on the Blue Line had the highest rate in the city.
By Grace Hansen, Dylan Sharkey
Paul Vallas: Pritzker’s credit upgrades come with a nearly $86 billion tax bill
Paul Vallas: Pritzker’s credit upgrades come with a nearly $86 billion tax bill
Recent credit upgrades are from tax and fee hikes, not growth.
By Paul Vallas
Other states will take Illinoisans’ money if Pritzker doesn’t opt into federal scholarship program
Other states will take Illinoisans’ money if Pritzker doesn’t opt into federal scholarship program
An Illinois neighbor is vying for donations from state residents.
By Hannah Schmid
Will Pritzker run for president in 2028?
Will Pritzker run for president in 2028?
Pritzker says he’ll be “very involved” in the 2028 election for president.
By Grace Hansen, Dylan Sharkey
How do I vote in Illinois?
How do I vote in Illinois?
A lot of important dates and deadlines for voters lead up to Election Day on Nov. 3. Here’s what you need to know.
What’s going to be on your ballot this fall?
What’s going to be on your ballot this fall?
Early voting starts Sept. 24 in Illinois. See what offices are up for election.
Illinois’ new rideshare union law could hurt drivers, passengers
Illinois’ new rideshare union law could hurt drivers, passengers
Bringing rideshare drivers into a union could reduce employment for drivers and will likely raise prices.
By Ethan Soifer
Indiana, Missouri top Illinois on removing barriers to work
Indiana, Missouri top Illinois on removing barriers to work
The state beats most for low licensing barriers but should take notes from Missouri and Indiana.
By DaNae Estabine