Waukegan school board election features seven candidates

The Waukegan Community Unit School District Board election on April 1 features seven candidates vying for four seats. Incumbents Anita Hanna and Jeff McBride are joined by five challengers, with at least four having ties to the district. Candidates discussed key issues, including literacy and the impact of federal funding on diversity programs. Hanna and Rodriguez emphasized the importance of early reading skills, while others highlighted the need for collaboration and transparency in addressing challenges. Early voting is currently available at multiple locations in Waukegan until March 31. Candidate Tanyea Curry did not participate in the forums and could not be reached for comment.