Chicago Public Schools' budget vote still uncertain as payroll crisis looms
Chicago Public Schools faces a budget vote that was scheduled for Thursday but remains uncertain as the meeting extends into the evening. The delay raises concerns about a potential payroll crisis. The exact reasons for disagreement are unclear from available reports.
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3 sourcesChicago school board backs revised CPS budget relying on $150M from state
Chicago Public Schools' budget vote still uncertain as payroll crisis looms
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2 sourcesChicago Public Schools could pass a $10 billion budget July 30. How have its finances become such a mess?