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Chicago Public Schools (CPS) issued layoff notices to 1,458 teachers and staff due to enrollment changes and budget constraints. This is the second round of layoffs this summer, totaling nearly 1,600 job cuts. CPS aims to maintain similar school-level spending as last year, but still faces a $734 million budget gap. While most laid-off staff are expected to find positions within the district, the layoffs highlight the district's financial challenges. CPS must approve a balanced budget by August 29th and is exploring options to avoid further layoffs.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.