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- The 81 Club, a Chicago Public Schools program started in 2022, has led to a 63% increase in library access among economically disadvantaged students.
- Brandon Johnson, the mayor of Chicago, announced the indefinite expansion of the program, allowing all students to access over 6 million resources without membership requirements.
- The program introduces a digital access system called Sora, enabling educators to access research data and learning materials.
