A federal court ruling puts student loans on hold. Why Chicago homeowners might face a higher property tax burden. The future of the Illinois GOP after a poor showing last week. And a concert pianist on her time in Chicago.

• Illinois GOP Taking Stock, Looking to Future After ‘Very Disappointing’ Election
• Federal Appeals Court Ruling Keeps Biden Student Debt Forgiveness Plan On Hold
• After Formula Shortage, Breast Milk Bank Aims to Meet Demand
• Pianist Recalls Roots in Chicago and Ukraine – and an Early Appearance on WTTW
• Crain’s Headlines: McDonald’s Plots World Cup Campaign
• Chicago Bakery, Staffing Company Move to Settle Discrimination Lawsuit Brought By Black Temp Workers
• Enrique Limón Takes the Helm at the Chicago Reader
• Pilsen Graffiti Artist Receives Showcase in Elmhurst