Illinois man criticizes 12-year-old daughter's school science project as inappropriate

Richard Heimer, a concerned father from Winnebago County, is raising concerns after his 12-year-old daughter brought home a science assignment that made her uncomfortable.

Local nonprofit donates 10 million books to CPS students
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Bernie?s Book Bank supports at-home libraries, giving children age-appropriate books they want to read. Over the past 12 years, the nonprofit has donated 10 million books to Chicago students.

Bernie's Book Bank to donate 10 millionth book to CPS
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A local organization has donated books to 300,000 Chicago Public Schools students. Today Bernie's Book Bank will donate its 10 millionth book to George Armstrong Elementary School.

Shooting near Illinois State University leaves 1 dead, 1 wounded

One person was killed and another was seriously hurt in a shooting near Illinois State University in Normal Sunday morning.

Indiana teacher goes viral for classroom rap
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An Indiana teacher is giving her students a collision course of pop culture and math. Natalie Kaczmarski teaches at Chesterton High School and she is going viral with a remix of the song "Rich baby daddy" by Drake.

Tensions heighten as Chicago Board of Education meeting nears
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The Chicago Board of Education will convene Thursday night to discuss local school councils and current developments within the district.

Chicago Children’s Museum launches interactive aviation exhibit for kids

The Chicago Children’s Museum at Navy Pier is inviting young visitors to explore the exciting world of aviation with their new exhibit, "Aim High."

SIU sees historic enrollment numbers
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SIU Carbondale has seen a spike in enrollment numbers for the upcoming school year.

Gov. Pritzker speaks out on Chicago Public Schools turmoil
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Governor Pritzker was asked Wednesday about the rift between Mayor Brandon Johnson and his schools chief. The mayor wants CPS CEO Pedro Martinez to resign and there's a big school board meeting on Thursday.

Highland Park parents call for action after multiple school safety incidents

The parental concerns come after an armed student was taken into custody on Tuesday at TrueNorth Educational Cooperative, which isn't a part of District 113 but further stoked fears about school safety in the area.