Chicago

Chicago Public Schools ranks third in the nation in total number of National Board Certified Teachers, with nearly 3,000 educators holding the credential. #education #teachers #certified

Their endorsements focus on candidates they say are committed to passing what they describe as “common sense” gun safety measures. #gunsafety #primary #election

The campaign highlighted its reliance on volunteers and neighborhood-level outreach, including door-to-door canvassing and mutual aid efforts aimed at assisting residents in need. #democrat #victory #election

Stratton, who currently serves as Illinois’ lieutenant governor, is expected to center her general election campaign on economic issues and what her campaign describes as protecting democratic institutions. #senate #primary #election

The state’s tax filing deadline remains Wednesday, April 15, and IDOR recommends that taxpayers mail returns earlier than usual to ensure they arrive on time. #taxes #postal #filings

“While I’m relieved by the dismissal, it does not change the disruption it caused in my life,” Walsh said, adding that she also experienced what she described as violence by federal agents during the protest. #protest #doj #charges

Data shows as the price tag of buying a house anywhere across the city continues to climb. In contrast to most other major cities, 81% of Chicago homeowners now agree that the cost of such a purchase is at least “somewhat too expensive." #voters #crime #chicago

The FTA sent a letter to Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson in December, directing the CTA to implement a plan that would reduce assaults on transit workers and passengers. #security #cta #chicago

More than 60% of participants are students of color, with low-income students accessing prep courses at five times the pre-program rate. #tests #prep #schools

The service featured a series of musical tributes from renowned performers including Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, Hezekiah Walker, Marvin Sapp, Opal Staples, and Le’Andria Johnson. #jessejackson #service #chicago #honor