Illinois’ comeback story starts here.
100 days into the Johnson administration, there’s no movement on Chicago’s crime, education, or financial problems
As Chicago Public Schools students return to class, the Illinois Policy Institute found declining district proficiency and enrollment
Shootings in Chicago were up 32% from 2019 to 2022, according to an original Illinois Policy Institute analysis
The Illinois Policy Institute found in 30+ Chicago neighborhoods property taxes increased by at least 10%, in 2020-2021
Gov. J.B. Pritzker along with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 31 announced the ratification of the newest AFSCME contract, retroactive to July 1.
Illinoisans cite public safety, high taxes as biggest issues facing Illinois, according to new poll
“City leaders must show residents they’re addressing the root causes of this growing crisis. To curb the violence, Chicago needs to take a deep look at Chicago Public Schools."
The Illinois Policy Institute warns about Gov. Pritzker’s upcoming tax hikes