Chicago nonprofit sues federal government over education funding cuts | ChicagoLIVE
The Brighton Park Neighborhood Council, a Chicago nonprofit, is suing the U.S. Department of Education over funding cuts that supported wraparound services for students in high-poverty and rural areas. We speak with Patrick Brosnan, executive director of the Brighton Park Neighborhood Council, about why the lawsuit was filed, how the funding was used and what the cuts could mean for students and families.
Story Time: 3 cozy winter books for kids read by Mark Strehl
Join Fox 32 Chicago for a cozy, winter-themed story time with meteorologist Mark Strehl - filmed at the Chicago Public Library as part of Fox 32’s 2025 Holiday Special. Mark joins Librarian Megan and reads classic winter favorites in the Thomas Hughes Children’s Library at Harold Washington Library Center, followed by rhymes, movement songs, and a fun snow-themed craft. Join us in the reading room and see why Chicago Public Library is the destination for curious kids throughout Chicago!
Chicago Board of Education quietly votes to raise property taxes
The Chicago Board of Education voted to increase property taxes during a secretive meeting on Monday.
Student loan borrowers in default face wage garnishment starting Jan. 7
The Department of Education will begin garnishing wages from borrowers who have defaulted on federal student loans starting in early January.
‘Superman’ police officer pushes bus full of Granbury ISD students
A police officer for the Granbury Independent School District is going viral thanks to a video that shows his incredible strength. He pushed a broken-down school bus full of children out of traffic.
DePaul University lays off more than 100 staff to address budget shortfall
DePaul University says the staff cuts, affecting about 7% of employees, are part of a plan to reduce spending by $27 million as it faces a $12.6 million deficit tied to declining international enrollment.
Tanning beds could triple melanoma risk, new study finds
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
Carmel Catholic students launch big toy drive to give back all year long
Students at Carmel Catholic High School are leading a major toy drive, spreading holiday generosity throughout the entire year.
President Obama surprises Chicago elementary school students
Former President Barack Obama was back in town to surprise elementary school students.
Dept. of Education reaches deal to end SAVE plan: What this means for student loan borrowers
On Tuesday, the Dept. of Education announced that it had reached a proposed settlement agreement that, if given court approval, will end the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) student loan repayment plan.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss demands details on Northwestern's deal with Trump admin
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss is demanding more information about a deal between Northwestern and the Trump administration.
Northwestern University's deal with Trump admin over funding divides campus
Northwestern University's deal with the Trump administration to restore $800M in federal funding has divided the campus.
Northwestern University's deal with Trump admin over funding divides campus
Some Northwestern students and groups are praising a $75 million deal with the Trump administration to free up $800 million in federal grants. But new rules on DEI and antisemitism that are part of the deal are garnering criticism.
Northwestern professor reacts to deal with Trump admin to restore funds | The Chicago Report
Northwestern University became the latest major academic institution to cut a deal with the Trump administration to restore federal funding.
Student loan borrowers may qualify for lower monthly payments. Here's how
Many student loan borrowers may soon be able to update their repayment plan that lowers their monthly bill. Here's why.
District 65 considers closing three schools amid budget shortfall | ChicagoLIVE
Facing a major budget deficit, District 65 may close up to three schools starting in 2026-2027. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Northwestern, Trump admin reach deal to restore frozen federal funding
Northwestern reached an agreement with the federal government to restore hundreds of thousands of dollars in research funding.
New Dept. of Education directives: How could students be affected by them?
Last week, the Trump administration announced a number of new actions aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, a move that former department officials and civil rights experts say could have wide-ranging effects on American students.
Lawmakers demand financial records from Chicago Teachers Union
Lawmakers are want financial records from the Chicago Teachers Union, saying the union has not been transparent with its members.
Chicago Public Schools' Back-to-School Bashes kick off in Back of the Yards
Chicago Public Schools kicked off their annual Back-to-School Bashes on Friday.