CPS will lay off 760 teachers in bid to close budget deficit

Chicago Public Schools earlier this month announced drastic plans to close the district’s around $730-million dollar-budget deficit. That includes layoffs and a midyear spending freeze. CPS officials say the plan is “responsible” and “entirely student-centered” But some worry the proposed budget tradeoffs will have negative impacts on students. Board members are being asked to vote on the proposal tomorrow (THU). HOST: LANE