State Senators Could Vote On “Grand Bargain” Today
Members of the Illinois Senate return to Springfield Tuesday. They’re once again expected to vote on a deal meant to end Illinois’ budget stalemate.
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Chicago Schools Continues Effort In Court To Get More Funds
Chicago Public Schools officials are seeking a preliminary injunction barring the state of Illinois from disbursing education funds until it adequately funds the state's largest school district. Faced with a huge deficit and an upcoming teacher pension payment, CEO Forrest Claypool says the Chicago school year could end three weeks early if the state doesn't come through with funds.
Illinois Town Hall Meetings; Campus Sexual Assault; Illinois Politics
On the 21st: We learned why some Illinois residents are frustrated with Washington lawmakers representing their districts. Plus, we discussed recent reports of sexual assault on college campuses in Illinois and got the latest in Illinois politics from reporters across the state.
John Wilkin Discusses Transition To Interim Provost Position
The Dean of Libraries on the University of Illinois Urbana campus says he is not a candidate for the permanent provost position. Wilkin says chancellor Robert Jones hopes to have a permanent provost in place in about 8-12 months.
United Airlines To Offer Chicago Service At Willard Airport In June
Willard Airport is welcoming back United Airlines after a two-decade absence. The airport serving Champaign-Urbana says United will begin flights between Willard and Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, beginning June 8.