Chicago Emerging Stars CEO Jaqueza Thomas on empowering youth | ChicagoNOW
Jaqueza Thomas is the founder and CEO of Chicago Emerging Stars, a nonprofit that empowers Chicago's youth with the tools to lead, thrive, and give back. From hosting free events that serve hundreds of families to creating mentorship programs, Jaqueza is committed to changing the narrative around what he says is the city's often overlooked youth.
Jaqueza Thomas is the founder and CEO of Chicago Emerging Stars, a nonprofit that empowers Chicago's youth with the tools to lead, thrive, and give back. From hosting free events that serve hundreds of families to creating mentorship programs, Jaqueza is committed to changing the narrative around what he says is the city's often overlooked youth.
Black Boy Literacy Campaign launches in Chicago to help 1,000 boys read at grade level
The Black Boy Literacy Campaign explains its commitment to helping 1,000 boys in first through third grade across Chicagoland reach grade-level reading.
The Black Boy Literacy Campaign explains its commitment to helping 1,000 boys in first through third grade across Chicagoland reach grade-level reading.
Teachers rally in Naperville as contract negotiations continue
Teachers in Naperville rallied on Monday, demanding a fair contract before the start of the school year.
Teachers in Naperville rallied on Monday, demanding a fair contract before the start of the school year.
Student loan wage garnishment could start soon: Here's what you can do
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
DuPage County's Fullersburg Days features woolly mammoth and family fun
Where else can you roast a smore and get up close and personal with a woolly mammoth but DuPage County's Fullersburg Days coming up this month.
Where else can you roast a smore and get up close and personal with a woolly mammoth but DuPage County's Fullersburg Days coming up this month.
Student loan interest repayments resume Friday. Here's how much you could pay monthly
Millions of borrowers will begin seeing interest accrued on their student loans and here’s what you need to know.
Millions of borrowers will begin seeing interest accrued on their student loans and here’s what you need to know.
CTU slams billion-dollar tax breaks for Illinois' wealthy
The Chicago Teachers Union is protesting massive tax breaks for Illinois' richest, urging the state to invest in schools, healthcare, and transit instead.
The Chicago Teachers Union is protesting massive tax breaks for Illinois' richest, urging the state to invest in schools, healthcare, and transit instead.
Northwestern University eliminates more than 400 jobs to close budget gap
Northwestern University says it will cut about 400 jobs, including layoffs, to close its budget gap amid 'mounting financial pressures.'
Northwestern University says it will cut about 400 jobs, including layoffs, to close its budget gap amid 'mounting financial pressures.'
Orland Park school’s hiring of assistant principal under scrutiny from parents
A recent hire at an Orland Park school is sparking outrage among parents for his age and a social media post.
A recent hire at an Orland Park school is sparking outrage among parents for his age and a social media post.
Orland Park parents question hiring of school assistant principal
A recent hire at an Orland Park school is sparking outrage among parents over his age and past social media posts.
A recent hire at an Orland Park school is sparking outrage among parents over his age and past social media posts.
Back-to-school spending: What Chicago parents are buying (and skipping) in 2025
Deloitte?s Matt Adams breaks down the latest trends in back-to-school shopping, from tech to lunchboxes, and what it means for Chicago families and retailers.
Deloitte?s Matt Adams breaks down the latest trends in back-to-school shopping, from tech to lunchboxes, and what it means for Chicago families and retailers.
Miss Illinois Teen USA gives back with passion for skin care, science
Sophia Xia is a STEM scholar, nonprofit founder, wellness advocate, researcher and was recently crowned Miss Illinois Teen USA.
Sophia Xia is a STEM scholar, nonprofit founder, wellness advocate, researcher and was recently crowned Miss Illinois Teen USA.
Trump claims Harvard wants to settle dispute with admin
President Trump said Harvard University wants to settle its dispute with the White House after the administration pulled billions of dollars in federal funding.
President Trump said Harvard University wants to settle its dispute with the White House after the administration pulled billions of dollars in federal funding.
CPS slashes crossing guard program, raising safety concerns before school year
Chicago schoolchildren will see significantly fewer crossing guards on their way to class this fall, prompting concerns from some City Council members who warn the cuts could endanger student safety.
Chicago schoolchildren will see significantly fewer crossing guards on their way to class this fall, prompting concerns from some City Council members who warn the cuts could endanger student safety.
CPS slashes crossing guard program, raising safety concerns before school year
Chicago schoolchildren will see significantly fewer crossing guards on their way to class this fall, prompting concerns from some City Council members who warn the cuts could endanger student safety.
Chicago schoolchildren will see significantly fewer crossing guards on their way to class this fall, prompting concerns from some City Council members who warn the cuts could endanger student safety.
Teachers' unions talk pay on Capitol Hill despite political pushback
Dozens of teachers joined Sen. Bernie Sanders in Washington to call for higher pay. Critics though say it's another example of Democrats prioritizing politics over education.
Dozens of teachers joined Sen. Bernie Sanders in Washington to call for higher pay. Critics though say it's another example of Democrats prioritizing politics over education.
Experts urge early back-to-school shopping as Trump tariff deadline looms
In a Fox 32 money-saver special report, Terrence Lee explains why now may be the best time to buy school supplies, as looming tariffs on European imports could drive up prices by August 1.
In a Fox 32 money-saver special report, Terrence Lee explains why now may be the best time to buy school supplies, as looming tariffs on European imports could drive up prices by August 1.
FBI's Safe Online Surfing program teaches kids internet safety | ChicagoNOW
The FBl's Safe Online Surfing program is a free, interactive web challenge designed for students in grades 3 through 8, teaching them how to navigate the internet safely through age-appropriate games and activities. Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) Jay Patel explains the risks kids face online today and what role the FBI plays in keeping kids safe from cyber threats.
The FBl's Safe Online Surfing program is a free, interactive web challenge designed for students in grades 3 through 8, teaching them how to navigate the internet safely through age-appropriate games and activities. Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) Jay Patel explains the risks kids face online today and what role the FBI plays in keeping kids safe from cyber threats.
Ditch the screens! 90s-inspired math fun to beat summer slide with Mathnasium's Jana Frank
Jana Frank from Mathnasium of Oak Park/River Forest shares retro learning activities to keep kids sharp, reduce screen time, and ease math anxiety before school starts.
Jana Frank from Mathnasium of Oak Park/River Forest shares retro learning activities to keep kids sharp, reduce screen time, and ease math anxiety before school starts.
Department of Education suspends student loan forgiveness under IBR. What it means for borrowers
The Income-Based Repayment plan provides borrowers with a feasible option to repay their student loans, and here’s what you need to know.
The Income-Based Repayment plan provides borrowers with a feasible option to repay their student loans, and here’s what you need to know.