Paul Vallas: The Federal Reserve’s century-long power grab September 12, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. The Fed must not be immune from oversight because of a twisted belief that “independence” justifies unaccountable power.
Paul Vallas: The forgotten election for chief judge of Cook County August 29, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. The position of chief judge, currently held by Timothy Evans, will be determined by an election held behind closed doors.
Paul Vallas: CPS budget is responsible, but avoids structural fixes August 15, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. The Chicago Public School's budget plan doesn't worsen the district’s financial health. but it guarantees Chicago will face a similar crisis next year.
Paul Vallas: Raiding TIFs will not close CPS’ budget hole August 4, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. Getting rid of tax increment financing in Chicago would worsen the school district's long-term financial challenges.
Paul Vallas: Chicago must reform how it handles expensive police misconduct lawsuits. June 20, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. Settlements for police-related incidents have become routine and increasingly expensive. Here's how Chicago can fix the system.
Paul Vallas: We must not allow a repeat of 2020 George Floyd protests in Chicago June 11, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. Chicago cannot afford a repeat of the riots of 2020. Officials must act now to protect residents' rights to demonstration and safety.
Paul Vallas: The real reason Chicago high schoolers are missing so much school — and what to do about it May 29, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. In my experience as a school district leader, embracing high standards and expanding instructional time improved test scores and attendance.
Paul Vallas: Two years in, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s rhetoric doesn’t match reality May 15, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. As Mayor Brandon Johnson completes his second year, what is his record? And what is the real state of the city?
Paul Vallas: Department of Education should stop CPS probe and reform education in ways that matter May 7, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. Rather than picking on a fledgling program that is likely doomed, the Trump administration should implement policies that expand school choice.
Paul Vallas: Latest suicide underscores how Chicago leaders are ignoring our police officers’ struggles April 14, 2025 at 1:48 p.m. Chicago police officers are physically, mentally and emotionally exhausted. They are suffering.