Best and worst cities to start a career revealed

According to the data by WalletHub, recent grads may not want to start their career in New York City.

Jerry Seinfeld’s commencement speech prompts Duke students to walk out

Multiple graduates walked out of the commencement ceremony because of the comedian’s stance on Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza.

Teen earns doctorate from Arizona State and credits 'village of support'

What were you doing at 17? Hanging out with friends? Maybe getting ready for the prom? Well, one Arizona teenager earned her doctorate at 17 at ASU. Here's her amazing story.

University of Illinois proceeds with graduation amid campus protests
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We talked to the University of Illinois about its graduation scheduled for Saturday at Memorial Stadium. The ceremony comes as many other schools have canceled graduation this year due to ongoing campus protests.

Chicago teachers to skip school to lobby state lawmakers for more funding

Hundreds of Chicago Public Schools teachers plan to skip school to head to Springfield next Wednesday to lobby lawmakers and the governor for more money for Chicago schools.

Chicago teachers to skip school to lobby state lawmakers for more funding
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Hundreds of Chicago Public Schools teachers plan to skip school to head to Springfield next Wednesday to lobby lawmakers and the governor for more money for Chicago schools.

Highest-paying jobs right out of school revealed

A new analysis has revealed the highest-paying jobs right out of school, with several engineering roles making the list.

4 Chicago area students selected as 2024 Presidential Scholars

Five Illinois high school seniors, including four from the Chicago area, are among 161 students from across the nation who have been named 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars.

Mayor Brandon Johnson advocates for increased state funding for Chicago Public Schools
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is looking to get a little help funding Chicago Public Schools. The mayor was in Springfield on Wednesday trying to get state lawmakers to pony up more state tax dollars.

Chicago teacher Joseph Cella receives Golden Apple award

The Golden Apple Award celebrates educators who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and positive influence within their classrooms and communities.

Chicago teacher receives Golden Apple award
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The Golden Apple Award celebrates educators who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and positive influence within their classrooms and communities.

CPS funding among topics on Johnson's agenda in Springfield
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Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson spent Wednesday in Springfield where he met with state leaders on a number of topics, including funding for Chicago Public Schools.

Chicago nonprofit uplifts local educators of color
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It's Teacher Appreciation Week, but one Chicago non-profit celebrates educators year-round. Surge Institute aims to educate and support teachers of color who can create change in the lives of the students they teach. Executive Director Ulric Shannon tells us more on Good Day Chicago.

Chicago students honored for powerful essays on violence impact

One hundred students were recognized on Monday for their essays reflecting on the impact of violence in their lives and communities.

Columbia College to showcase student designs at Manifest Arts Festival
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Columbia College's annual Manifest Arts Festival returns this Friday, Mat 10 with gallery exhibitions, live music, film screenings, a fashion show and much more.