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Coverage of Advance Illinois in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 4 · 22:38 UTCMost recent: Jun 9 · 12:33 UTC
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  • POLITICSJun 9 · 12:33 UTCBLOCK CLUB CHICAGO
    Here’s How Much Education Funding Is In Illinois’ State Budget For 2027 Fiscal Year

    Illinois’ 2027 fiscal year state budget allocates $56 billion, including a $9.2 billion K-12 funding increase via an evidence-based formula. Chicago Public Schools faces a $732 million deficit, leading to program cuts, while advocates argue the state remains off track to fully fund schools by 2027.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 22:38 UTCCHALKBEAT
    Here’s how much education funding is in Illinois’ FY27 state budget

    Illinois’ FY27 state budget allocates $9.2 billion for K-12 schools via an evidence-based funding formula, a $350 million increase from last year, but education advocates argue the state remains off track to fully fund schools by 2027. Chicago Public Schools faces a $732 million deficit and potential staff cuts, intensifying calls for additional state support.