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CPS Data Breach Exposes Students

Hackers stole information for more than 700,000 Chicago Public Schools students late last year, the district said Friday. While officials say sensitive information like Social Security numbers were not affected, host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea discuss why the hack is so troubling. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

35th Ward Group Backs Quezada for Alder

Cook County Commissioner Anthony Quezada emerged as the leading candidate for the ward’s next alderman at an endorsement meeting Sunday. But applications are open. After Mayor Brandon Johnson completes his selection process, his formal recommendation will head to a City Council vote. [Tribune 🔒]

• Johnson is shifting a lot of people around, including tapping current 35th Ward Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa to lead the park district. [Hey Chicago 🧑‍💻]

95th Street Development Plan Moves Forward

The plan recently approved by a city commission will guide the development of mixed-use buildings and “live-work” units along the Red Line’s southern extension. [Block Club Chicago]

• Far South Siders have been pushing for the Red Line extension for decades. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Chicago’s Home Repair Program Opens

Single-family or duplex homeowners looking to repair their roofs, porches, or make accessibility improvements can now register for the city’s no-cost program. Registration ends March 21. [WTTW]