AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCPS & School Politics: Sendhil Revuluri has dropped out of Chicago’s school board president race, shrinking the field to three and intensifying the fight over who steers Chicago Public Schools. Local Governance: Springfield City Council heard competing pitches on landlord accountability, including a “landlord boot camp” proposal versus critics who say the council keeps splitting votes and stalling. Public Safety & Courts: Former DeKalb-area school superintendent Devon Horton will change his plea next week in a federal case tied to alleged kickbacks involving District 65 and Chicago Public Schools. Housing & Costs: Chicago renters’ rights overhaul again stalls as sides seek compromise, while separate reporting highlights how expensive water bills are driving property-owner challenges. Business & Economy: Arts Alliance Illinois urges Mayor Brandon Johnson to add $15 million to arts funding in the FY27 budget, arguing Chicago cut local arts support in its last cycle. Food Safety: Illinois-based Fontanini Foods recalled pork sausage over possible plastic contamination, with regulators warning some product may still be in restaurant freezers. Transit: Sangamon Mass Transit District moves toward a new off-street transfer hub, pairing a land deal with $7.5 million in IDOT capital funds.
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