First woman named Illinois state schools superintendent
A 30-year Illinois public schools veteran has been named Illinois state schools superintendent.
A 30-year Illinois public schools veteran has been named Illinois state schools superintendent.
Illinois colleges look to overcome enrollment declines
Colleges and universities in Illinois are struggling to combat a trend of declining enrollment that's been spurred by low unemployment rates, a shrinking population, unstable funding sources and increased out-of-state competition.
Colleges and universities in Illinois are struggling to combat a trend of declining enrollment that's been spurred by low unemployment rates, a shrinking population, unstable funding sources and increased out-of-state competition.
Papa John's offering employees free college tuition
Papa John’s is serving some free college tuition.
Papa John’s is serving some free college tuition.
Backseat Rider: Paul Vallas talks influences, tenure as CPS CEO
Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas catches a ride with FOX 32's Anthony Ponce and delves into his personality and upbringing on this edition of "Backseat Rider."
Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas catches a ride with FOX 32's Anthony Ponce and delves into his personality and upbringing on this edition of "Backseat Rider."
Picture of nooses condemned in school collage
A collage with a picture of a pair of nooses is being condemned by the school district where it was on display.
A collage with a picture of a pair of nooses is being condemned by the school district where it was on display.
New Jersey schools to teach LGBTQ history
Middle schools and high schools in New Jersey will be required to teach about the historical contributions of people in the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual and Transgender community beginning in the 2020-2021 school year.
Middle schools and high schools in New Jersey will be required to teach about the historical contributions of people in the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual and Transgender community beginning in the 2020-2021 school year.
Elementary school vending literature instead of chips, candy
Vending machines aren’t exactly a staple in the halls of most elementary schools, but the one premiering at this elementary school may change that.
Vending machines aren’t exactly a staple in the halls of most elementary schools, but the one premiering at this elementary school may change that.
Therapy horses help Northwestern University students during exams
Nonprofit President Dina Ewing Morgan says the Barrington-based organization has seven therapy horses that visit local institutions including hospitals, social service agencies and universities.
Nonprofit President Dina Ewing Morgan says the Barrington-based organization has seven therapy horses that visit local institutions including hospitals, social service agencies and universities.
Ohio governor signs bill requiring students to learn cursive writing
Cursive writing is making a comeback in Ohio.
Cursive writing is making a comeback in Ohio.
University of Illinois offering free tuition to some in-state students
The University of Illinois announced Monday that it will be offering eight semesters of free tuition and fees to qualified in-state students whose family income is below $61,000 annually.
The University of Illinois announced Monday that it will be offering eight semesters of free tuition and fees to qualified in-state students whose family income is below $61,000 annually.
Colleges ask for percent of future salary instead of loans
As more students balk at the debt loads they face after graduation, some colleges are offering an alternative: We'll pay your tuition if you offer us a percentage of your future salary.
As more students balk at the debt loads they face after graduation, some colleges are offering an alternative: We'll pay your tuition if you offer us a percentage of your future salary.
Colleges ask for a share of future salary in lieu of student loans
As more students balk at the debt loads they face after graduation, some colleges are offering an alternative: We'll pay your tuition if you offer us a percentage of your future salary.
As more students balk at the debt loads they face after graduation, some colleges are offering an alternative: We'll pay your tuition if you offer us a percentage of your future salary.
CTU president Karen Lewis stepping down
Chicago Teachers Union president Karen Lewis says she is stepping down because her battle with brain cancer has made it impossible to do her job "at my best."
Chicago Teachers Union president Karen Lewis says she is stepping down because her battle with brain cancer has made it impossible to do her job "at my best."
Will big cities adopt a four-day school week?
Is less school better?
Is less school better?
Illinois Senate votes to raise teacher salaries
The Illinois Senate has approved raising public school teacher salaries to a minimum of $40,000 a year.
The Illinois Senate has approved raising public school teacher salaries to a minimum of $40,000 a year.
Teen gets accepted to 113 colleges, offered $4.5M in scholarships
Picking what college you want to go to is tough, but it's a lot tougher for North Carolina student Jasmine Harrison.
Picking what college you want to go to is tough, but it's a lot tougher for North Carolina student Jasmine Harrison.
'Black Panther' star Chadwick Boseman to deliver Howard University 2018 commencement address
'Black Panther' star and Howard University alum Chadwick Boseman has been announced as Howard University's 2018 commencement speaker.
'Black Panther' star and Howard University alum Chadwick Boseman has been announced as Howard University's 2018 commencement speaker.
Estimates: $1B more debt for Chicago teachers' pension fund
Financial documents show that the pension fund for Chicago Public Schools teachers is an additional $1 billion in debt due to less aggressive investment return estimates.
Financial documents show that the pension fund for Chicago Public Schools teachers is an additional $1 billion in debt due to less aggressive investment return estimates.
Georgia school using new technology for added security
With school shootings across the country, security has taken center stage. A Georgia school district is using new technology to alert first responders in seconds.
With school shootings across the country, security has taken center stage. A Georgia school district is using new technology to alert first responders in seconds.
Chicago school board OKs closings and consolidation
The Chicago Board of Education has voted to close four high schools in the city's mostly poor Englewood neighborhood despite protests and emotional testimony from opponents.
The Chicago Board of Education has voted to close four high schools in the city's mostly poor Englewood neighborhood despite protests and emotional testimony from opponents.