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Market-oriented housing reforms gaining traction in Illinois

Market-oriented housing reforms gaining traction in Illinois

Gov. J.B. Pritzker recently signed an executive order to increase access to housing for middle-income families. While many of the proposed solutions still miss the mark, there are some important supply-side reforms that could mark a positive shift for Illinois.

By LyLena Estabine

Illinois students show continued struggles in reading, math on national exam

Illinois students show continued struggles in reading, math on national exam

The nation’s report card was just released and shows Illinois students continue to struggle to meet proficiency standards in reading and math. State leaders are spinning 8th-grade results as a win, but in reality, they lag. Ignored are the struggles of younger students.

By Hannah Schmid