Chicago Local News – Thursday, January 22nd, 2026

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Thursday, January 22nd, 2026

Good morning, Chicago. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Chicago Public Schools is searching for a new CEO amid a projected $520 million deficit; voters will elect all 21 board members on Nov. 3 after petition signatures are submitted until May 26. State lawmakers may boost education funding and child care amid federal uncertainties. Hyde Park Herald
➤ The University of Illinois College of Medicine Chicago will host a seminar series to help clinical research investigators learn how to assess adverse experiences in trials. Assistant Professor Natalie Reizine, MD will lead sessions on March 27, Apr. 24, May 22 and June 26 at UIC. Today UIC

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