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March 17, 2026

It’s Election Day Today … and Tomorrow? Plus, Our Summer Plans at Ravinia

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It’s Election Day Today … and Tomorrow? Plus, Our Summer Plans at Ravinia

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It’s primary election day! But did you know it’s also election day tomorrow? CPS families, teachers, students, and neighbors can cast a vote for their local school councils. Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea are breaking down some county races, what LSCs do, and they’re planning their ideal Ravinia picnics.

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