Chicago-based nonprofit addresses Illinois teacher shortage with policy report
In the midst of a teacher shortage, a Chicago-based nonprofit issued a policy report on Thursday addressing the problem and offering solutions.
Nonprofit addresses Illinois teacher shortage with policy report
In the midst of a teacher shortage, a Chicago-based nonprofit issued a policy report on Thursday addressing the problem and offering solutions.
UIC student ignites campus with Radio Fuego, sharing Mexican culture through music
With music in his heart and radio on his mind, a local college student is sharing his Mexican culture on campus.
Biden's second attempt at student loan debt cancellation moves forward with debate over plan's details
Fourteen people chosen by the Biden administration will meet Tuesday for the first of three hearings on student loan relief.
City Lit Theater hosts 18th annual Books on the Chopping Block
This week was banned book week and to wrap up the last day City Lit Theatre is putting on an event at the River Forest Public Library to celebrate the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. The is the 18th year of "Books on the Chopping Block.
Borrowers run into trouble paying off student loans as repayments resume
Many student loan borrowers said they are having trouble getting the help they need to start repaying their loans.
Niles West High School gets hyped for big game against Highland Park
The Orange Friday pep rally highlighted Niles West High School, where the Wolves football team has a 5-1 record.
Niles West Wolves put the pep in Pep Rally this Orange Friday
The Nile West High School students share a pack mentality when it comes to winning. Wolves football is doing really well this year with help from the cheer team who is competing to go to IHSA State.
World Teachers' Day freebies: Dunkin' giving free coffee to educators
World Teachers’ Day was created in 1994 to celebrate educators and all their contributions.
Biden announces more student debt relief as payments resume after pandemic pause
The president has announced another $9 billion in federal student loan debt forgiveness. The relief will be provided through existing programs.
University of Chicago to house collection of banned books for public access
The University of Chicago announced a plan to build a collection of books that have been historically banned, which would allow these books to be open to the public.
Student loan payments resume for first time since pandemic
Many people are now resuming their student loan payments. Here are the changes you need to know about that could help you pay them off faster.
Federal student loan payments start this month. Here's what you need to know
If you have student loans and haven't made a payment in the last three years, don't panic. Here's how to get back in the swing of things.
Chicago Scholars REACH App wins National Tools competition
Chicago Scholars has helped kids get to and through college at three to four times the national average for the last 25 years. To share that success their team created the REACH App. REACH connects high-performing under-resourced students to companies and colleges. REACH connects top talent with top opportunities within a virtual world ecosystem.
Federal student loan payments resume after 3 year hiatus
Student loan repayments resume Sunday after a three year pause due to COVID-19. The Biden Administration implemented the SAVE plan available on an income-based basis. The plan allows borrowers to miss payments without being labeled delinquent.
Mexican government partners with Notre Dame to aid Mexican nationals in U.S. legal cases
The Mexican government is teaming up with the University of Notre Dame to provide legal services for some Mexican nationals accused of crimes.
Mexican government partners with Notre Dame to aid Mexican nationals in U.S. legal cases
The Mexican government is teaming up with the University of Notre Dame to provide legal services for some Mexican nationals accused of crimes.
Crystal Lake South High School shows their spirit this Orange Friday
Crystal Lake South Gators have a lot to celebrate at Friday's pep rally. The football team takes on Huntley tonight and the school play kicked off this weekend. The Gators' tennis team is gearing up for sectionals as well.
Student loan repayment: Strategies for graduates facing the financial clock
The clock has run out - for now - and it’s time for millions of college graduates to pay up. Their first student loan payment in about three years is due Oct. 1. That’s because the government no longer has them on hold due to the pandemic.
Student loan repayment: Strategies for graduates facing the financial clock
The clock has run out - for now - and it’s time for millions of college graduates to pay up. Their first student loan payment in about three years is due Oct. 1. That’s because the government no longer has them on hold due to the pandemic.