Chicago Holds First-Ever Election for Public School Board President

Chicago residents are participating in a historic election today, voting for the president of the district's school board for the first time. This marks a significant shift in the governance of Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The elected president will play a crucial role in setting the board's agenda and direction, and, starting in January, will also become a full voting member, moving beyond the previous tie-breaking vote only role. The race has attracted substantial campaign funding and public debate among the candidates: former CPS principal Jessica Biggs, former CPS educator and union organizer Hilario Dominguez, and attorney Victor Henderson.