Student loan forgiveness case to be reviewed by U.S. Supreme Court
The debit forgiveness plan would cancel $10,000 in federal student loan debt for those making less than $125,000 a year.
Study: Reading at least 1 book a day to your child could improve language development
Reading just one book a day can help your child with language development.
American teens' mental health crisis: What's driving this?
A recent CDC report highlights what mental health experts have been ringing the alarm over: Teens, and specifically girls, are suffering.
Student loan forgiveness plan to go before Supreme Court: The arguments explained
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments over Biden’s student debt relief plan, which impacts millions of borrowers who could see their loans wiped away or reduced.
Suburban students participate in unique program to experience sports from a disabled perspective
Students in Will County District 92 have had the opportunity to play wheelchair basketball, sit volleyball and a game called goalball, where a blindfold is worn and the objective is to get a ball filled with bells across the opponents' goal line.
White student sues Howard University for $2 million over racial discrimination
A White student at Howard University’s law school is suing the institution for racial discrimination, alleging the school created a "hostile education environment."
Chicago Archdiocese holds job fair to fill school positions
The starting elementary teacher salary in the Chicago Archdiocese is $33,575, and first-year teachers with a PhD will be paid $38.354.
Students plead for more social workers, mental health services at Little Village High School
Students and community members spoke outside the school Friday addressing recent violence in their neighborhood and asking for more resources.
'My Block, My Hood, My City' hosts first 'Hoodie Ball'
A non-profit organization that mentors underprivileged youth through educational programs and field trips is hosting an event this evening to raise funds. The dress code is a hoodie. Guests should wear a sweatshirt that represents themselves.
Cook County teacher charged with hitting children during class
A Des Plaines elementary school teacher has been accused by four children ages 7 and 8 of hitting them and pulling their ears in class. She faces four misdemeanor charges of battery.
3 Arlington Heights school districts fight legislation that would give Chicago Bears tax break
Three Arlington Heights school districts plan to fight legislation that would give the Chicago Bears a tax break there.
Cook County elementary school teacher charged with hitting children during class
A Cook County teacher at North Elementary School has been accused of hitting children and "pulling their ears" during class.
Elgin schools closed Thursday due to power outage
Ten schools in Elgin will be closed today due to a power outage caused by icy weather conditions.
Chicago Public Schools releases academic calendar for 2023-24 school year
Chicago Public Schools on Wednesday released its academic calendar for next school year. Here are some important days to know about:
Chicago Teachers Union calls for more resources to help migrant children
The Chicago Teachers Union says charter schools need to provide more staffing and resources for migrant children.
Chicago Teachers Union demands resources for migrant students
Close to 3,700 migrants have been bused to Chicago. About 425 school-age children were among them. Teachers are calling on charter schools to provide more staffing and resources for those kids.
CPS invests $76M in district-wide security update to keep students, staff safe
All Chicago Public Schools will get a technology update for their security with a multi-million dollar investment in safety for kids and teachers.
Chicago Public Schools invests $76M in district-wide security update
More than 300 Chicago public schools will have upgraded or additional security cameras with a massive investment announced today.
Gary schools strive to improve literacy with book vending machines
Instead of snacks, there are books inside the vending machines at a Gary Community Schools.
Schools in Gary get creative with book vending machines
Educators at schools in Gary, Indiana say the book vending machines spark interest in reading and improve literacy.