Illinois State Police emphasize school bus, pedestrian safety
As several suburban school districts have already resumed classes, the Illinois State Police are issuing a warning to drivers.
Thousands of Americans to receive student debt forgiveness
A legal victory for student loan borrowers and the Biden administration, after a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit aimed at preventing the president from enacting more debt relief.
Back-to-school: Push to get kids vaccinated
The race is on to update children's vaccinations as the new school year begins.
Illinois State Police emphasize school bus, pedestrian safety
As several suburban school districts have already resumed classes, the Illinois State Police are issuing a warning to drivers.
Historic 4-year union contract agreed for Art Institute employees in Chicago
Employees at the Art Institute and its school have successfully negotiated a 4-year union contract, marking a first for a major museum in Chicago.
Cook County Clerk's Office extends hours for back-to-school birth certificates
The extended hours aim to accommodate busy parents who may find it challenging to visit during regular business hours.
Experts say mental health should be top priority for kids as they return to school
Making sure your child is ready to go back to school involves more than shopping for new clothes and supplies. Communication experts say their mental health should also be a priority.
Mental health should be top priority for kids as they return to school: experts
Making sure your child is ready for back to school involves more than shopping for new clothes and supplies.
4-H, FFA events now count as school attendance
The state is making it easier for students to participate in two of the largest extracurricular clubs, 4-H and Future Farmers of America.
Teen work study program flourishes in return to Garfield Park Conservatory
It has to be one of the best ways to spend the summer: Soaking in nature at the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance’s Urban Roots Program.
University of Illinois developing 'Star Wars'-inspired self-driving wheelchair
For their latest life-changing invention, University of Illinois researchers took inspiration from Star Wars. They've developed a hands-free wheelchair, that could eventually operate like a self-driving car.
Permission slips needed for nicknames in some Florida schools
Parents in some Florida school districts this year will have to sign a permission slip for their kids if they want to use a nickname in school.
Chicago police host back-to-school baseball game at Little Cubs Field
Chicago police officers took to the baseball diamond Sunday to help kids get ready to go back to school.
Chicago police host back-to-school baseball game at Little Cubs Field
Chicago police officers took to the baseball diamond Sunday to help kids get ready to go back to school.
Classes still canceled early next week after school bus route disaster in Kentucky
A redesign of the district's school bus routes left some children stranded at home on the first day of school -- and others getting home at late as 10 p.m.
Chicago students prepare to go back to school
Many schools are back in session in the upcoming weeks. Matthew Lynch from Chicago Jesuit Academy reminds parents what they need to know to get back into the groove.
IronWorkz hosts business incubator back-to-school event
Nonprofit IronWorkz is hosting a small business back-to-school bash in Gary Saturday at 2 p.m. The group provides a collaborative environment and multipurpose co-working space for the community.
Back-to-school fashion: The 90s are back
A tales as old as time, retro is in. For kids going back to school and looking for the right look, several 90s trends are back in style. Mom jeans, flannel plaid, varsity cool and athleisure are all the rage this upcoming season.
Chicago police, Olive-Harvey College team up to offer no-cost criminal justice degree
Looking for a career in law enforcement? Chicago police want to help make that goal easier for you.
New school bus route is a 'disaster,' Kentucky superintendent admits. Last kids got home at 10 pm
The Courier Journal reports the disaster came after major changes to school bus routes and school start times this year.