Politics & Government

Mayor Johnson To Announce Picks For Chicago Board Of Education After Entire Board Resigns

The resignations came after months of uncertainty over funding for a new teacher's contract and the future of CPS CEO Pedro Martinez.

(CBS Chicago)

Updated on: October 7, 2024 / 6:58 AM CDT

CHICAGO (CBS) — Mayor Brandon Johnson will announce his new picks for the Chicago Board of Education after the entire board resigned on Friday.

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The resignations came after months of uncertainty over funding for a new teacher's contract and the future of CPS CEO Pedro Martinez.

These are temporary appointments because, for the first time, voters have the chance to elect 10 new board members in November.

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