Chris Ahart is taking the job, succeeding Dustin Sutton, who is retired from the position after 30 years with the department.

“Instead of cutting funding that would limit learning and prove harmful to Illinois communities, we’re fighting for Illinoisans to ensure they have the funding and resources to learn, grow and explore ...

He's big. He's athletic. The experts and fans seems to like the Chicago Bears' first-round pick in the NFL Draft. See what they had to say.