Monday, March 16, 2026

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transportation
  • by david hall
Illinois Tollway tears out last booths, ending age of paying with change

Consequences from the shift to cashless tolling are still playing out. Proponents say cashless is faster, safer and better for the environment. Critics point out how unforgiving the system can be for out-of-state travelers without a compatible transponder.

the-watchdogs
  • by david hall
For Chicago students, path to a top CPS high school often begins at 4 and is filled with disparities

Students admitted to CPS gifted elementary programs are three times more likely to get into one of Chicago's 11 test-in high schools than kids who go to nonselective neighborhood elementary schools, a WBEZ analysis of data has found.

crime
  • by david hall
Person fatally shot on the Dan Ryan in Chatham

Troopers responded about 5:15 p.m. to a reported shooting on I-94 between 79th and 83rd Streets, Illinois State Police said.

education
  • by david hall
Mayor Johnson rejects cuts in CPS budget plan meant to fill $500M deficit

Cuts to staffing and other initiatives are needed to balance the budget this month, CPS officials say. Johnson's plan to close the gap is unclear.