Joe Ferguson

June 15, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Possible solutions are tied to two reasons CPS carries so much debt — an unsustainable number of school facilities and cyclical fiscal crises.

February 11, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

For decades, Illinois lawmakers have created a system so inequitable that it now threatens the financial stability of entire communities.

October 10, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

A union-backed pension proposal would saddle Illinois taxpayers with $80 billion-plus in additional pension contributions.

August 12, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Chicago Public Schools is painting itself into a corner by attempting to cover the city’s $175 million pension bill.

August 8, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Instead of fighting over a shrinking resource pie, the city must grow that pie by promoting more business and population growth.

July 16, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

No one wants to be miserly when it comes to our first responders, but the Illinois pension bill makes a very bad situation even worse.

May 27, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Meaningful pension reform isn’t just desirable; It’s essential for Illinois’ future solvency and prosperity.

May 9, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

For years, poor governance has doomed the Chicago region to an inefficient transit system that fails to adequately serve its riders.

April 6, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

A prime example of unnecessary local government in Illinois is the four Cook County mosquito abatement districts.

February 25, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Chicago needs to be assured that the mayor's bond proceeds will be used only for appropriate purposes.

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