Keeping the Bears in Illinois, CPS funding fight | The Chicago Report
McCook is making its Bears stadium pitch. And, the latest in the CPS funding fight. Tune in to The Chicago Report.
McCook is making its Bears stadium pitch. And, the latest in the CPS funding fight. Tune in to The Chicago Report.
Chicago Public Schools' funding fight | The Chicago Report
Principals are playing landlord and are re-energizing Chicago Public School parent groups to pay for everything from sports uniforms to actual teacher salaries, a new report finds. Joining us is Mila Koumpilova from Chalkbeat Chicago.
Principals are playing landlord and are re-energizing Chicago Public School parent groups to pay for everything from sports uniforms to actual teacher salaries, a new report finds. Joining us is Mila Koumpilova from Chalkbeat Chicago.
New University of Chicago study links CPS school closures to increased shootings | ChicagoLIVE
Researchers have found a link between increased shootings near closed Chicago Public Schools on the city’s South and West sides. Thomas Statchen joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the study’s findings.
Researchers have found a link between increased shootings near closed Chicago Public Schools on the city’s South and West sides. Thomas Statchen joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the study’s findings.
Civic Federation criticizes massive CPS debt and spending
Joe Ferguson, president of Civic Federation, has criticized Chicago Public Schools’ debt and the estimated $800 million needed to eliminate it.
Joe Ferguson, president of Civic Federation, has criticized Chicago Public Schools’ debt and the estimated $800 million needed to eliminate it.
'The Noah System' works to eliminate lead from water | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Public Schools engineer Michael Ramos developed the Noah System, an automated flushing device designed to reduce lead contamination in drinking water by preventing water from stagnating in aging pipes.
Chicago Public Schools engineer Michael Ramos developed the Noah System, an automated flushing device designed to reduce lead contamination in drinking water by preventing water from stagnating in aging pipes.
CTU, IFT push back against federal school vouchers | The Chicago Report
President Donald Trump's federal voucher plan is sparking fierce debate in Illinois, with critics calling it a backdoor scheme to privatize education. The CTU and the Illinois Federation of Teachers want Gov. Pritzker to opt out of it. Here to break down what's at stake is CTU President Stacy Davis Gates.
President Donald Trump's federal voucher plan is sparking fierce debate in Illinois, with critics calling it a backdoor scheme to privatize education. The CTU and the Illinois Federation of Teachers want Gov. Pritzker to opt out of it. Here to break down what's at stake is CTU President Stacy Davis Gates.
CPS must tackle $9.3B debt before August budget deadline | The Chicago Report
Chicago Public Schools faces $9.3 billion in debt and an August budget deadline. Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson explains what it means for the district's finances.
Chicago Public Schools faces $9.3 billion in debt and an August budget deadline. Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson explains what it means for the district's finances.
Rep. Mike Quigley calls CPS CEO hearing a 'waste of taxpayer dollars' | The Loop
CPS CEO Dr. Macquline King is coming off a congressional hearing that some Chicago democrats felt was more about politics than parents rights.
CPS CEO Dr. Macquline King is coming off a congressional hearing that some Chicago democrats felt was more about politics than parents rights.
CPS CEO testifies before Congress under subpoena
Congress called in the head of Chicago Public Schools to testify on Tuesday.
Congress called in the head of Chicago Public Schools to testify on Tuesday.
‘Extremely disturbed’: Rep. Delia Ramirez speaks out after CPS trans student protections hearing
Congresswoman Delia Ramirez speaks with us about a House Education and Workforce Committee hearing examining Chicago Public Schools and policies affecting trans and diverse students.
Congresswoman Delia Ramirez speaks with us about a House Education and Workforce Committee hearing examining Chicago Public Schools and policies affecting trans and diverse students.
CPS students will take a new high school admissions test this fall
Chicago Public Schools is swapping out its current high school admissions test with a new one starting in October.
Chicago Public Schools is swapping out its current high school admissions test with a new one starting in October.
CPS teachers, students take bus to D.C. to deliver banned books to Congress
One CPS teacher speaks about taking a trip to Washington D.C. Tuesday to deliver banned books to lawmakers at the nation's capital.
One CPS teacher speaks about taking a trip to Washington D.C. Tuesday to deliver banned books to lawmakers at the nation's capital.
Chicago high school faces outcry after axing Arabic program
A Chicago high school's decision to eliminate its Arabic language program due to low enrollment and budget constraints has sparked backlash from community members who argue the course is vital for inclusion and diversity.
A Chicago high school's decision to eliminate its Arabic language program due to low enrollment and budget constraints has sparked backlash from community members who argue the course is vital for inclusion and diversity.
Vote to delay contract renewal for Chicago charter operators | The Chicago Report
An inner board battle surrounding the future of Chicago charter schools. Last night, the Chicago Board of Education voted to delay contract renewals for six of the city's charter school operators, which means, the future of 16 campuses that serve over 8,000 now remains uncertain. The move reveals a continued split within the board over charter school oversight and policy, especially between CTU aligned and non-CTU aligned members. This comes as Chicago prepares to shift to a fully elected school board with the upcoming November election. Here to discuss these updates is Chalkbeat Chicago reporter Reema Amin.
An inner board battle surrounding the future of Chicago charter schools. Last night, the Chicago Board of Education voted to delay contract renewals for six of the city's charter school operators, which means, the future of 16 campuses that serve over 8,000 now remains uncertain. The move reveals a continued split within the board over charter school oversight and policy, especially between CTU aligned and non-CTU aligned members. This comes as Chicago prepares to shift to a fully elected school board with the upcoming November election. Here to discuss these updates is Chalkbeat Chicago reporter Reema Amin.
Chicago Board of Education candidates file to run in historic election
Candidates filed to run for a historic election to the 21-member Chicago Board of Education this November.
Candidates filed to run for a historic election to the 21-member Chicago Board of Education this November.
Mother blames Chicago Public Schools after alleged teacher attack on 12-year-old son
A Chicago mom wants accountability from CPS after she says her 12-year-old son was violently assaulted by his science teacher.
A Chicago mom wants accountability from CPS after she says her 12-year-old son was violently assaulted by his science teacher.
Mother blames Chicago Public Schools after alleged teacher attack on 12-year-old son
A Chicago mother is demanding accountability from Chicago Public Schools after she says her 12-year-old son was violently assaulted by his science teacher inside a South Side elementary school classroom.
A Chicago mother is demanding accountability from Chicago Public Schools after she says her 12-year-old son was violently assaulted by his science teacher inside a South Side elementary school classroom.
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.
Fight videos raise school safety questions at Chicago charter school
Tonight, a mother and daughter are speaking out. They claim the Chicago charter school failed to stop the bullying before it spiraled out of control. Tia Ewing has more on the family's message.
Tonight, a mother and daughter are speaking out. They claim the Chicago charter school failed to stop the bullying before it spiraled out of control. Tia Ewing has more on the family's message.
Chicago Public Schools facing $732M budget deficit
Budget deficits have been a chronic issue for Chicago Public Schools and this year is no different. Terrence Lee has the story.
Budget deficits have been a chronic issue for Chicago Public Schools and this year is no different. Terrence Lee has the story.