Chicago Teachers Union files unfair labor practice charge against CPS over end of mask mandate
Chicago Public Schools is dropping its mask mandate next Monday, citing a sharp decline in COVID-19 cases over the past few weeks and a pending court ruling while breaking an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union to maintain universal masking through the end of the school year.
Chicago Public Schools being sued over continued mask mandate
A downstate Illinois attorney is suing Chicago Public Schools over their continued face mask requirement.
CPS board affirms mask mandate, but CEO hopes they can be optional before end of school year
As mask mandate fights have roiled districts around the state the past month, Chicago Public Schools officials and Board of Education members defended their commitment to masking Wednesday while opening the door for a relaxed policy later this spring.
Karen Lewis' legacy: A look back at the life, influence of the Chicago Teachers Union president
Karen Lewis knew how to play hard ball when she needed to. She also had a sharp wit to help her get her point across.
Karen Lewis' legacy: Chicago Teachers Union president remembered for her impact on CPS
Karen Lewis knew how to play hard ball when she needed to. She also had a sharp wit to help her get her point across.
Chicago Mayor Lightfoot believes there's a connection between rise in carjackings, remote learning
The Chicago Teachers Union slammed Mayor Lightfoot's remarks, calling them hurtful, racist and unsubstantiated.
Some Chicago-area schools won't require masks on Monday and some will be closed, after judge's order
Some Chicago-area schools will not be requiring masks on Monday, after a judge issued a temporary restraining order.
Chicago Public Schools says judge's ruling does not stop CPS from requiring masks
CPS said the "court’s current ruling does not prohibit CPS from exercising its authority to continue its COVID-19 mitigation policies and procedures, including universal masking by students and staff and vaccination and testing requirements for staff members."
CTU President Jesse Sharkey won't run for re-election
Chicago Teachers Union President Jesse Sharkey announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election as president of the CTU.
Chicago Teachers Union President Jesse Sharkey will not seek re-election: 'It is time'
Chicago Teachers Union President Jesse Sharkey announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election as president of the CTU.
CTU group calls for overhaul of union leadership after remote learning debacle
Sandi Hoggatt, longtime CPS staff member and "Members First" VP candidate, voices her frustration with the current leaders at the Chicago Teachers Union and their negotiations with the city.
Chicago teachers approve COVID safety agreement after standoff with CPS
Students in the nation’s third-largest district returned to classrooms Wednesday after Chicago Public Schools canceled five days of classes amid a standoff with the teachers union over COVID-19 safety protocols.
Chicago teachers accept COVID-19 safety deal, keeping kids in school after week of no classes
After five days of canceled classes, the standoff between the Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools is now over. While students returned to their desks Wednesday, teachers remain divided.
CPS students return to class Wednesday after standoff between city, CTU
Under the proposed agreement, a school closure would take place if 40-percent of students were placed in quarantine.
In-person learning resumes for CPS students Wednesday after standoff between the city and CTU
Students missed five days of instruction while the two sides battled over COVID-19 safety protocols as the city sees a surge in cases.
CPS teachers may not be paid for days they refused to report to classrooms
The union won two demands, but not others. And, in a big departure from past CTU job actions, this time Chicago teachers may not be paid for any of the days that they refused to report to their classrooms.
Chicago teachers may not be paid for days they refused to report to classrooms
The Chicago Teachers Union won two demands, and in a big departure from past CTU job actions, this time, teachers may not be paid for any days they refused to report to their classrooms.
CPS students to return to classrooms Wednesday after CTU suspends walkout
The Chicago Teachers Union’s governing body has voted to suspend its labor action and return to in-person work Tuesday, ending a bitter dispute with Chicago Public Schools and setting up students to return to classrooms Wednesday for the first time in a week.
CPS, CTU reach agreement; students to return to in-person learning Wednesday
Chicago Public School students will return to in-person learning on Wednesday after an agreement was reached between the district and the Chicago Teachers Union, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Monday night.
CTU, CPS reach agreement for return to in-person learning
Chicago Public School students will return to in-person learning on Wednesday after an agreement was reached between the district and the Chicago Teachers Union, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Monday night.