ISBE reverses closures of Learn Charter Schools | The Chicago Report
In North Chicago, a decision to close two high-performing elementary schools sparked major pushback and questions about how the process was handled. Now, the Illinois State Board of Education has stepped in, reversing the local district’s move and allowing learn 6 and learn 10 to remain open. Joining us now is Greg White, President and CEO of Learn.
In North Chicago, a decision to close two high-performing elementary schools sparked major pushback and questions about how the process was handled. Now, the Illinois State Board of Education has stepped in, reversing the local district’s move and allowing learn 6 and learn 10 to remain open. Joining us now is Greg White, President and CEO of Learn.
Adler Planetarium launches summer lineup with out-of-this-world experiences
As the school year wraps up, the Adler Planetarium is kicking off summer with new shows and cosmic adventures designed to inspire visitors of all ages.
As the school year wraps up, the Adler Planetarium is kicking off summer with new shows and cosmic adventures designed to inspire visitors of all ages.
Chicago Public Schools faces massive budget deficit as fears grow over cuts
Chicago Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson breaks down how CPS ended up facing a $732 million deficit and what options leaders may have to avoid major impacts on students, staffing and programs.
Chicago Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson breaks down how CPS ended up facing a $732 million deficit and what options leaders may have to avoid major impacts on students, staffing and programs.
Cellphone videos of school fights raise safety concerns at Chicago campus
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D.
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D.
Cellphone videos of school fights raise safety concerns at Chicago campus
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D. Joslin Campus is prompting renewed concerns about bullying and school safety, as a student and her family say repeated threats and attacks were not adequately addressed before the situation escalated.
A violent hallway fight captured on cellphone video at Perspectives Rodney D. Joslin Campus is prompting renewed concerns about bullying and school safety, as a student and her family say repeated threats and attacks were not adequately addressed before the situation escalated.
Illinois lawmakers face budget showdown as tax, education and Bears stadium debates heat up
Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski breaks down the final days of budget negotiations in Springfield, including affordability proposals, education funding fights, corporate tax breaks and the latest on Bears stadium talks.
Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski breaks down the final days of budget negotiations in Springfield, including affordability proposals, education funding fights, corporate tax breaks and the latest on Bears stadium talks.
CPS faces $732M budget deficit next year, eyes ‘adjustments’ to staffing
Chicago Public Schools is projected to face a $732.5 million budget deficit for the 2026-2027 school year, the district announced on Tuesday.
Chicago Public Schools is projected to face a $732.5 million budget deficit for the 2026-2027 school year, the district announced on Tuesday.
Orland Park schools expand digital hall pass technology to improve safety | ChicagoLIVE
School officials say a new smart pass system is helping monitor hallway activity and improve campus safety.
School officials say a new smart pass system is helping monitor hallway activity and improve campus safety.
Might AI lessen the value of a college degree? | The Chicago Report
Does traditional college still make sense in the age of AI? An expert and consultant tackles the issue.
Does traditional college still make sense in the age of AI? An expert and consultant tackles the issue.
Cyber extortion attacks on Canvas raise concerns for schools and students
Privacy Bee CEO Harry Maugans discusses how a cyberattack involving Canvas has escalated into cyber extortion, why schools are being targeted by groups like ShinyHunters.
Privacy Bee CEO Harry Maugans discusses how a cyberattack involving Canvas has escalated into cyber extortion, why schools are being targeted by groups like ShinyHunters.
Finals at University of Illinois postponed after Canvas hack
Final exams at the University of Illinois got postponed after a big hack hit a learning tool a lot of people use.
Final exams at the University of Illinois got postponed after a big hack hit a learning tool a lot of people use.
Canvas system back online after cyberattack disrupted thousands of schools
Tens of thousands of students studying for final exams around the world Friday regained access to Canvas after a cyberattack knocked it offline. Here's what to know.
Tens of thousands of students studying for final exams around the world Friday regained access to Canvas after a cyberattack knocked it offline. Here's what to know.
Chicago teacher leads students to 318 college acceptances
As Teacher Appreciation Week highlights the impact of educators nationwide, one Chicago teacher is drawing attention for what happens after her students leave the classroom.
As Teacher Appreciation Week highlights the impact of educators nationwide, one Chicago teacher is drawing attention for what happens after her students leave the classroom.
Chicago teacher leads students to 318 college acceptances
During Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re highlighting a Chicago educator who guided every student in her class to college acceptance.
During Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re highlighting a Chicago educator who guided every student in her class to college acceptance.
School phone bans have little impact on academics or behavior, new study finds
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
Transgender policy at elite women’s college spurs Education Dept. investigation
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
Best cities for new college grads in 2026, based on payroll data
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
Oakland teen, with a 4.3 GPA, gets accepted to all 31 colleges he applied to
An Oakland high school senior, with an impressive 4.3 grade point average, was accepted to all 31 colleges to which he applied.
An Oakland high school senior, with an impressive 4.3 grade point average, was accepted to all 31 colleges to which he applied.
Person of interest in custody after officer’s gun stolen at suburban Chicago school, officials say
A school resource officer's gun was stolen Monday in Chicago's northwest suburbs, which led to classes being canceled on Tuesday. Here’s what we know.
A school resource officer's gun was stolen Monday in Chicago's northwest suburbs, which led to classes being canceled on Tuesday. Here’s what we know.
Evanston Township High School names Lauren Lapkus as 2026 commencement speaker
Evanston Township High School alum and actress Lauren Lapkus is coming home to speak at graduation this month.
Evanston Township High School alum and actress Lauren Lapkus is coming home to speak at graduation this month.