1 in 3 parents say they can't afford back-to-school shopping this year, survey says
A new survey reveals that parents are bracing for the financial impact of back-to-school shopping.
A new survey reveals that parents are bracing for the financial impact of back-to-school shopping.
Free back-to-school health screenings at Walmart on Saturday. Here's what to know
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
After School Matters offers wide slate of fun and free programming
A local nonprofit is helping teens step into the spotlight, literally. After School Matters provides free after school and summer programs for teens, and the musical theater experience is truly something special.
A local nonprofit is helping teens step into the spotlight, literally. After School Matters provides free after school and summer programs for teens, and the musical theater experience is truly something special.
New FAFSA issue could delay financial aid for college students this fall
Some college students may not be able to pay for tuition, books and other bills when classes start in a few weeks due to the latest hiccup in submitting federal financial aid forms.
Some college students may not be able to pay for tuition, books and other bills when classes start in a few weeks due to the latest hiccup in submitting federal financial aid forms.
Chicago Public Schools struggling with busing for students
CPS is considering changing school start times and introducing hub spots.
CPS is considering changing school start times and introducing hub spots.
Back-to-school on a budget: How to save big on supplies
The school year will be here before we know it, which also means our wallets will soon be a little lighter because of it. In a Fox 32 money saver special report, Dawn Hasbrouck gets some expert tips on saving on school supplies this year.
The school year will be here before we know it, which also means our wallets will soon be a little lighter because of it. In a Fox 32 money saver special report, Dawn Hasbrouck gets some expert tips on saving on school supplies this year.
How to save big on back-to-school shopping
The school year will be here before we know it which also means our wallets will soon be a little lighter because of it. In a Fox 32 money saver special report, Dawn Hasbrouck gets some expert tips on saving on school supplies this year.
The school year will be here before we know it which also means our wallets will soon be a little lighter because of it. In a Fox 32 money saver special report, Dawn Hasbrouck gets some expert tips on saving on school supplies this year.
Here's how much teachers spend out of their own pockets for their classroom
With a new school year starting soon, teachers like parents are spending more on school supplies ensuring students have what they need in the classroom.
With a new school year starting soon, teachers like parents are spending more on school supplies ensuring students have what they need in the classroom.
Alternatives to traditional 4-year degrees grow in popularity
Jobs that don't require a college degree look more appealing to those who want to avoid student loan debt. Founder and CEO of Transfr Bharani Rajakumar shed light on alternative career pathways.
Jobs that don't require a college degree look more appealing to those who want to avoid student loan debt. Founder and CEO of Transfr Bharani Rajakumar shed light on alternative career pathways.
Illinois public university underfunding: Lawmakers urge swift action
State lawmakers and public university officials say the time to act is now to address underfunding of higher education.
State lawmakers and public university officials say the time to act is now to address underfunding of higher education.
Illinois lawmakers: Immediate action needed to address underfunding of public universities
Senate majority leader Kimberly Lightford said the state's spending 39 percent less on public universities right now compared to 24 years ago.
Senate majority leader Kimberly Lightford said the state's spending 39 percent less on public universities right now compared to 24 years ago.
Illinois lawmakers urge swift action to address public university underfunding
Senate majority leader Kimberly Lightford said the state is spending 39 percent less on public universities right now compared to 24 years ago.
Senate majority leader Kimberly Lightford said the state is spending 39 percent less on public universities right now compared to 24 years ago.
Parents say schools asking too much for back-to-school supplies: Survey
Parents are expected to spend billions of dollars collectively on back-to-school shopping this year.
Parents are expected to spend billions of dollars collectively on back-to-school shopping this year.
Chicago's Board of Education unanimously approves $9.9B budget despite CTU's opposition
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is rallying against Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and their proposed budget for the upcoming year.
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is rallying against Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and their proposed budget for the upcoming year.
State-of-the-art quantum computing park to transform South Side of Chicago
It's expected to be a game-changer in the world of physics and will be anchored on the South Side of Chicago.
It's expected to be a game-changer in the world of physics and will be anchored on the South Side of Chicago.
Cutting-edge quantum computing park set to transform Chicago's South Side
It's expected to be a game-changer in the world of physics and will be anchored on the South Side of Chicago.
It's expected to be a game-changer in the world of physics and will be anchored on the South Side of Chicago.
Back-to-School boost: Great Clips introduces slang dictionary and lookbook for parents
Great Clips is supporting parents and students as they gear up for the back-to-school season.
Great Clips is supporting parents and students as they gear up for the back-to-school season.
CTU criticizes CPS budget proposal, seeks state support for Chicago Public Schools
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is rallying against Chicago Public Schools and their proposed budget for the upcoming year.
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is rallying against Chicago Public Schools and their proposed budget for the upcoming year.
ACT removes science section requirement
Big changes are coming to the ACT for high school students nationwide. The science portion of the test will no longer be required.
Big changes are coming to the ACT for high school students nationwide. The science portion of the test will no longer be required.
Mayor Johnson to speak on teacher issues at Texas conference
Mayor Brandon Johnson is scheduled to speak at a significant teachers' conference in Texas.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is scheduled to speak at a significant teachers' conference in Texas.