Lightfoot joins volunteers to pack back-to-school essentials
On Wednesday, Mayor Lori Lightfoot joined more than 500 volunteers to help fill backpacks with classroom essentials.
On Wednesday, Mayor Lori Lightfoot joined more than 500 volunteers to help fill backpacks with classroom essentials.
Hope Chicago providing full scholarships to 24 CPS students who will attend the University of Illinois
University of Illinois Chancellor Robert Jones and Hope Chicago founder Pete Kadens join Good Day Chicago to talk about their collaboration and the importance of paving the way for Chicago students with bright futures.
University of Illinois Chancellor Robert Jones and Hope Chicago founder Pete Kadens join Good Day Chicago to talk about their collaboration and the importance of paving the way for Chicago students with bright futures.
Grammar gains newfound importance with new book 'Rebel With A Clause'
Ellen Jovin talks about her new book "Rebel With A Clause" and the importance of adhering to proper grammar in an ever-changing world.
Ellen Jovin talks about her new book "Rebel With A Clause" and the importance of adhering to proper grammar in an ever-changing world.
UCLA professor quits job, says 'woke takeover' of education 'intellectually corrupt'
Joseph Manson retired from his tenured position in UCLA's anthropology department because of the "Woke takeover of higher education," he wrote in a now-viral blog post.
Joseph Manson retired from his tenured position in UCLA's anthropology department because of the "Woke takeover of higher education," he wrote in a now-viral blog post.
Kids Above All asking for donations for back-to-school backpack drive
Dan Kotowski, president and CEO of Chicago-based Kids Above All, talks about what they're doing to help children be well-equipped for the upcoming school year.
Dan Kotowski, president and CEO of Chicago-based Kids Above All, talks about what they're doing to help children be well-equipped for the upcoming school year.
STEM learning takes on added importance during summer break
Child development expert Deborah Farmer Kris talks about the importance of children honing their STEM skills even while schools out for the summer.
Child development expert Deborah Farmer Kris talks about the importance of children honing their STEM skills even while schools out for the summer.
Chicago area astronomers over the moon after being awarded time with James Webb Space Telescope
Allison Strom, an assistant professor of physics and astronomy at Northwestern University, is next in a long line of astronomers who got permission to use the James Webb Space Telescope.
Allison Strom, an assistant professor of physics and astronomy at Northwestern University, is next in a long line of astronomers who got permission to use the James Webb Space Telescope.
Chicago schools could win free supplies through Back 2 School America contest
Matthew Kurtzman, CEO of Back 2 School America, talks about their annual contest which awards two to three Chicago schools with supplies for each student.
Matthew Kurtzman, CEO of Back 2 School America, talks about their annual contest which awards two to three Chicago schools with supplies for each student.
'Never too late': 96-year-old Florida woman earns college degree, graduates
"It's never too late." That's the message Violet Edwards wants to share with the world after the 96-year-old South Florida resident earned her college degree, after having to postpone it to focus on her family.
"It's never too late." That's the message Violet Edwards wants to share with the world after the 96-year-old South Florida resident earned her college degree, after having to postpone it to focus on her family.
How will the overturning of Roe v. Wade affect education in the U.S.?
Chalkbeat reporter Jessica Blake talks about how the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade could impact classrooms across the U.S.
Chalkbeat reporter Jessica Blake talks about how the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade could impact classrooms across the U.S.
Northwestern president-elect stepping down amid cancer battle
Rebecca Blank, who was named last fall the first female president of Northwestern University, announced Monday she is stepping down after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer.
Rebecca Blank, who was named last fall the first female president of Northwestern University, announced Monday she is stepping down after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer.
Northwestern’s president-elect Rebecca Blank steps down to battle cancer
Rebecca Blank, who was named last fall the first female president of Northwestern University, announced Monday she is stepping down after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer.
Rebecca Blank, who was named last fall the first female president of Northwestern University, announced Monday she is stepping down after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer.
Cradles to Crayons Chicago ramps up for it annual Ready for Learning initiative
Dawn Melchiorre, Cradles to Crayons executive director, previews their annual backpack-a-thon taking place July 27th at Daley Plaza.
Dawn Melchiorre, Cradles to Crayons executive director, previews their annual backpack-a-thon taking place July 27th at Daley Plaza.
Fenwick teacher out over misconduct allegations
A long time Fenwick High School teacher and basketball coach is out after a former student accused him of inappropriate touching and comments.
A long time Fenwick High School teacher and basketball coach is out after a former student accused him of inappropriate touching and comments.
Chicago Public Schools scraps plans for new $120M Near South Side high school
In an eleventh-hour reversal, Chicago Public Schools officials on Wednesday pulled their proposal for a controversial $120 million Near South Side high school.
In an eleventh-hour reversal, Chicago Public Schools officials on Wednesday pulled their proposal for a controversial $120 million Near South Side high school.
CPS hits pause on new high school proposal
In an eleventh-hour reversal, Chicago Public Schools officials on Wednesday pulled their proposal for a controversial $120 million Near South Side high school.
In an eleventh-hour reversal, Chicago Public Schools officials on Wednesday pulled their proposal for a controversial $120 million Near South Side high school.
How a lack of male teachers of color is impacting Chicago students
Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova expounds on the findings from her recent article examining the lack of men of color teaching in Chicago schools and how that impacts students.
Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova expounds on the findings from her recent article examining the lack of men of color teaching in Chicago schools and how that impacts students.
Alabama high school helps stage graduation for sick father
An Alabama man suffering from late-stage cancer got to see his son graduate from high school with help from school officials and his family.
An Alabama man suffering from late-stage cancer got to see his son graduate from high school with help from school officials and his family.
Career signing day held for CPS graduates
As summer break starts for Chicago public school students, some graduates are launching right into a career path ? thanks to a new partnership.
As summer break starts for Chicago public school students, some graduates are launching right into a career path ? thanks to a new partnership.
Retired police chief calls on Pritzker to make Illinois schools safer
A retired suburban police official is calling on Gov. JB Pritzker to appoint a school safety and training chief.
A retired suburban police official is calling on Gov. JB Pritzker to appoint a school safety and training chief.