State Rep. Carol Ammons indicted in scheme to receive kickbacks, misusing campaign funds
Ammons faces 10 counts relating to wire fraud and misuse of campaign funds.
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Illinois State Board of Education wants to revamp how it counts low-income students
Changes in federal social programs could threaten school funding in low-income areas.
Illinois higher education board seeks 4.6% budget increase for next fiscal year
The Illinois Board of Higher Education has approved a $2.7 billion budget request, a 4.6% increase.
Education union, students call on governor to release higher education funding
Lawmakers approved a 2% increase to be distributed only after the governor approves them in writing.
Report offers mixed review of educational progress in Illinois
Report shows educational attainment levels rising, but proficiency rates stagnant despite billions in new spending.
Plan to overhaul higher education funding meets U of I opposition
A plan to overhaul funding of public universities in Illinois is drawing opposition from the U of I system.
Latest state school report card shows proficiency gains, persistent gaps on racial lines
Illinois students showed improvement in reading and math but achievement gaps continue along racial lines.
Report finds education funding overhaul effective, calls for increased state investment
A new report from an independent policy and advocacy organization is calling for increased state investment in public education in ...
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