Education Department cancels $6.8B in student loans for over 113K in public service
The Education Department said it has canceled $6.8 billion in student debt for more than 113,000 borrowers working in public service jobs, such as teaching, the military or nonprofits.
The Education Department said it has canceled $6.8 billion in student debt for more than 113,000 borrowers working in public service jobs, such as teaching, the military or nonprofits.
Naperville brothers compete in 2022 FutureTechs Rock Awards
Twin brothers Josh and Jake Gunther are seniors at Naperville North High School, where they've revved up their automotive skills in a major way.
Twin brothers Josh and Jake Gunther are seniors at Naperville North High School, where they've revved up their automotive skills in a major way.
Students push for Illinois to have an official state rock
Students at a Burr Ridge middle school are getting noticed as serious ?rock? stars.
Students at a Burr Ridge middle school are getting noticed as serious ?rock? stars.
Chicago area high school class of 2022 are 'All In' college, receiving $62M in scholarships
One Chicago area high school is celebrating their seniors for overcoming the challenges of the pandemic after learning each member of its graduating class was accepted to college.
One Chicago area high school is celebrating their seniors for overcoming the challenges of the pandemic after learning each member of its graduating class was accepted to college.
Pritzker expected to make dolostone Illinois' official state rock — all thanks to some 5th graders
Students at a Burr Ridge middle school are getting noticed as serious "rock" stars.
Students at a Burr Ridge middle school are getting noticed as serious "rock" stars.
Students push for Illinois to have an official state rock
Students at a Burr Ridge middle school are getting noticed as serious rock stars.
Students at a Burr Ridge middle school are getting noticed as serious rock stars.
Southland College Prep class of 2022 are 'All In' college, receiving $62M in scholarships
One Chicago area high school is celebrating their seniors for overcoming the challenges of the pandemic after learning each member of its graduating class was accepted to college.
One Chicago area high school is celebrating their seniors for overcoming the challenges of the pandemic after learning each member of its graduating class was accepted to college.
Southland College Prep class of 2022 are 'all in' college
One Chicago area high school is celebrating their seniors for overcoming the challenges of the pandemic after learning each member of its graduating class was accepted to college.
One Chicago area high school is celebrating their seniors for overcoming the challenges of the pandemic after learning each member of its graduating class was accepted to college.
Things to consider when dealing with student debt
College finance expert Kristina Ellis dishes out helpful advice for those dealing with student loan debt.
College finance expert Kristina Ellis dishes out helpful advice for those dealing with student loan debt.
Board of Education seat remains empty after Lightfoot argues against elected board
Nine months have passed since one of the seven members of Chicago’s Board of Education resigned her seat, and there has been little to no public indication that Mayor Lori Lightfoot has moved toward appointing a replacement.
Nine months have passed since one of the seven members of Chicago’s Board of Education resigned her seat, and there has been little to no public indication that Mayor Lori Lightfoot has moved toward appointing a replacement.
Teacher Appreciation Week 2022: Freebies and deals offered for educators
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 2-May 6, 2022, a special week dedicated to honoring those who lend their passion and skills to educating America’s children.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 2-May 6, 2022, a special week dedicated to honoring those who lend their passion and skills to educating America’s children.
Genesys Works Chicago looking for high school juniors to apply for paid internships
Juniors have until Tuesday to apply for paid internships through Genesys Works Chicago.
Juniors have until Tuesday to apply for paid internships through Genesys Works Chicago.
11 Illinois high schools rank among America's best, according to US News
Five Chicago high schools were ranked in the top 100, and 11 Illinois high schools ranked in the top 300.
Five Chicago high schools were ranked in the top 100, and 11 Illinois high schools ranked in the top 300.
Pritzker signs bill to address Illinois teacher shortage
The new laws also raise the minimum wage for Illinois teachers to $40,000 per year.
The new laws also raise the minimum wage for Illinois teachers to $40,000 per year.
New Illinois law addresses teacher shortage
Illinois is taking steps to address its shortage of teachers.
Illinois is taking steps to address its shortage of teachers.
Chicago Teachers Union, parents blast steep CPS budget cuts
Teachers rallied outside Chicago Public School headquarters Wednesday calling for funding to be fully restored.
Teachers rallied outside Chicago Public School headquarters Wednesday calling for funding to be fully restored.
Chicago Teachers Union protesting CPS budget cuts
The Chicago Teachers Union is blasting Chicago Public Schools for proposing major budget cuts.
The Chicago Teachers Union is blasting Chicago Public Schools for proposing major budget cuts.
Here's who qualifies for student loan forgiveness under Biden administration's new changes
The U.S. Department of Education announced new changes this week that will bring borrowers closer to student loan forgiveness. Here’s who is eligible.
The U.S. Department of Education announced new changes this week that will bring borrowers closer to student loan forgiveness. Here’s who is eligible.
Teen with Down syndrome allowed to stay in school longer to graduate despite age
Emily Pennington, 18, desperately wanted to graduate with her class next year, but the school board wouldn’t take up her case until her parents and the community kept rallying behind her.
Emily Pennington, 18, desperately wanted to graduate with her class next year, but the school board wouldn’t take up her case until her parents and the community kept rallying behind her.
Chicago Public Schools principal Joyce Kenner to retire after 3 decades
Joyce Kenner is one of the longest-tenured Chicago Public Schools principals and has become synonymous with Whitney Young over the years.
Joyce Kenner is one of the longest-tenured Chicago Public Schools principals and has become synonymous with Whitney Young over the years.