Illinois parents rally against masks in schools
Parents in suburban Homer Glen are outraged after their school board signed on to Governor JB Pritzker’s mask mandate for all students.
Parents in suburban Homer Glen are outraged after their school board signed on to Governor JB Pritzker’s mask mandate for all students.
Naperville District 203 teachers file intent to strike amid failed contract negotiations
The union representing teachers in Naperville's District 203 has filed an intent to strike notice.
The union representing teachers in Naperville's District 203 has filed an intent to strike notice.
Naperville teachers threaten to strike as first day of school approaches
Just ten days before the start of school in Naperville, teachers are threatening to go on strike.
Just ten days before the start of school in Naperville, teachers are threatening to go on strike.
Naperville District 203 teachers could go on strike
Just ten days before the start of school in Naperville, teachers are threatening to go on strike.
Just ten days before the start of school in Naperville, teachers are threatening to go on strike.
Several colleges, universities cancel tuition debt for students for COVID-19 relief
More and more colleges and universities are canceling tuition debt for students in hopes of providing financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
More and more colleges and universities are canceling tuition debt for students in hopes of providing financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
50+ kid-owned businesses taking part in suburban fair
A brand new business fair is coming to the suburbs -- and it's all about kids creations.
A brand new business fair is coming to the suburbs -- and it's all about kids creations.
Student loan pause extended until Jan. 31, 2022
The education department announced on Friday an extension of the student loan payment pause until Jan. 31, 2022.
The education department announced on Friday an extension of the student loan payment pause until Jan. 31, 2022.
CTU: Coronavirus delta variant opens door to potentially 'pause in-person instruction'
The Chicago Teachers Union is calling for a tougher approach to combating the coronavirus delta variant ahead of the new school year, suggesting that in-person instruction could be once again paused if cases continue to climb.
The Chicago Teachers Union is calling for a tougher approach to combating the coronavirus delta variant ahead of the new school year, suggesting that in-person instruction could be once again paused if cases continue to climb.
BBB warns of back-to-school scams as potential shortages loom
Steve Bernas from the Better Business Bureau breaks down common scams going around this time of year regarding back-to-school season.
Steve Bernas from the Better Business Bureau breaks down common scams going around this time of year regarding back-to-school season.
School mask mandate polarizes Arlington Heights residents
Gov. JB Pritzker’s mask mandate has become a hot topic in northwest suburban Arlington Heights.
Gov. JB Pritzker’s mask mandate has become a hot topic in northwest suburban Arlington Heights.
What parents need to know about masks and vaccines as kids return to school
Dr. Lee Savio Beers, president of the American Academy of Pediatrics, talks about navigating the COVID-19 pandemic as the new school year approaches.
Dr. Lee Savio Beers, president of the American Academy of Pediatrics, talks about navigating the COVID-19 pandemic as the new school year approaches.
Bud Billiken Parade returns with COVID protocols
It's been a year since the Bud Billiken Parade stepped off down Martin Luther King Drive in Bronzeville. This year, it's back with COVID-19 protocols that everyone must follow.
It's been a year since the Bud Billiken Parade stepped off down Martin Luther King Drive in Bronzeville. This year, it's back with COVID-19 protocols that everyone must follow.
Target offering debt-free education program for employees
Target is launching a debt-free education assistance program its employees, the Minneapolis-based retailer announced Wednesday.
Target is launching a debt-free education assistance program its employees, the Minneapolis-based retailer announced Wednesday.
Suburban schools reverse mask decisions as cases surge
FOX 32's Dane Placko reports...
FOX 32's Dane Placko reports...
Experts say vaccine requirements are not new
With vaccines like measles and rubella being a decades-old requirement for students, many are wondering whether eligible students should be required to get the COVID vaccine.
With vaccines like measles and rubella being a decades-old requirement for students, many are wondering whether eligible students should be required to get the COVID vaccine.
Naperville requiring all visitors to city buildings to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status
People at Naperville city buildings or District 203 School District buildings have to wear masks while indoors.
People at Naperville city buildings or District 203 School District buildings have to wear masks while indoors.
Student loan debt stops people from buying homes and having kids, Illinois attorney general says
Senators said that nearly 44 million Americans owe more than $1 trillion, with the average graduate in debt for more than $28,000.
Senators said that nearly 44 million Americans owe more than $1 trillion, with the average graduate in debt for more than $28,000.
BBB warns of back-to-school scams as potential shortages on supplies looms
The Better Business Bureau is warning parents to be on the lookout for back-to-school scams as students prepare to return to the classroom.
The Better Business Bureau is warning parents to be on the lookout for back-to-school scams as students prepare to return to the classroom.
Survey finds nearly a third owe more than $30K in student loans
Beverly Harzog from U.S. News & World Report talks about their new survey examining the staggering amount of student loan debt accrued by Americans.
Beverly Harzog from U.S. News & World Report talks about their new survey examining the staggering amount of student loan debt accrued by Americans.
Chicago educators call for more resources for students amid challenging times
Chicago Public Schools teacher Michael Smith talks about his efforts to shift the district's budget to prioritize the well-being of students.
Chicago Public Schools teacher Michael Smith talks about his efforts to shift the district's budget to prioritize the well-being of students.