CTU: CPS needs to intervene in possible closure of Epic Charter School
The Chicago Teachers Union is calling on CPS to intervene in the possible closure of Epic Charter School.
The Chicago Teachers Union is calling on CPS to intervene in the possible closure of Epic Charter School.
Chicago families worry about ICE, but new law promises school protections
As U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents increase their presence in Chicago and the suburbs, concern is growing among families.
As U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents increase their presence in Chicago and the suburbs, concern is growing among families.
Chicago families worry about ICE, but new law promises school protections
As U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents increase their presence in Chicago and the suburbs, concern is growing among families.
As U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents increase their presence in Chicago and the suburbs, concern is growing among families.
Student loan relief stalled: 1M+ spplications in limbo | ChicagoNOW
As student loan borrowers across the country wait for relief, a growing backlog is stalling key federal programs. This week, the U.S. Department of Education revealed that over a million Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) applications remain unprocessed, while the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Buyback backlog has grown for six straight months.
As student loan borrowers across the country wait for relief, a growing backlog is stalling key federal programs. This week, the U.S. Department of Education revealed that over a million Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) applications remain unprocessed, while the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Buyback backlog has grown for six straight months.
Chicago Public Schools moves ahead with Black Student Success Plan | What that means
Chicago Public Schools is moving forward with its ambitious Black Student Success Plan?despite a federal investigation questioning whether it unfairly favors one group of students.
Chicago Public Schools is moving forward with its ambitious Black Student Success Plan?despite a federal investigation questioning whether it unfairly favors one group of students.
OC student wearing MAGA hat to honor Charlie Kirk suspended after argument at school
Zach Hornstein, a Laguna Beach High School student wearing a MAGA hat to honor Charlie Kirk, has been suspended after getting into an argument at school.
Zach Hornstein, a Laguna Beach High School student wearing a MAGA hat to honor Charlie Kirk, has been suspended after getting into an argument at school.
Governor Abbott condemns expelled students' behavior regarding Charlie Kirk death
A Texas Tech student and a TXST student have been expelled for mocking the death of Charlie Kirk on campus.
A Texas Tech student and a TXST student have been expelled for mocking the death of Charlie Kirk on campus.
Schools nationwide considering cellphone bans -- here's why | ChicagoNOW
Across the country, schools are rethinking cellphones in the classroom. New York already has bans in place, and the Los Angeles school districts, the nation?s second-largest school district, implemented one just four months ago. According to a recent study by Pew, 72% of high school teachers say that students being distracted by their cellphones in the classroom is a major problem.
Across the country, schools are rethinking cellphones in the classroom. New York already has bans in place, and the Los Angeles school districts, the nation?s second-largest school district, implemented one just four months ago. According to a recent study by Pew, 72% of high school teachers say that students being distracted by their cellphones in the classroom is a major problem.
Griffith launches Region Virtual Academy to expand K-12 online learning options
Griffith Public Schools Superintendent Leah Dumezich introduces the new online school offering flexible schedules and individualized support for students in the Griffith School District
Griffith Public Schools Superintendent Leah Dumezich introduces the new online school offering flexible schedules and individualized support for students in the Griffith School District
The Chicago Report: Enrollment down in Chicago Public Schools this year
There are fewer students attending Chicago Public Schools this year. What's fueling the decrease and how will it affect the school system?
There are fewer students attending Chicago Public Schools this year. What's fueling the decrease and how will it affect the school system?
Chicago street rivals become graduates and mentors through College Unbound program
In some Chicago communities, fewer than one in ten people graduate from college. Now, a program is helping local leaders turn their life experience into a degree and using it to fight gun violence head on.
In some Chicago communities, fewer than one in ten people graduate from college. Now, a program is helping local leaders turn their life experience into a degree and using it to fight gun violence head on.
Chicago Heights school district welcomes new EV buses
A school district in Chicago Heights is getting some brand new electric school buses.
A school district in Chicago Heights is getting some brand new electric school buses.
Chicago street rivals become graduates and mentors through College Unbound program
In some Chicago communities, fewer than one in ten people graduate from college. Now, a program is helping local leaders turn their life experience into a degree and using it to fight gun violence head on.
In some Chicago communities, fewer than one in ten people graduate from college. Now, a program is helping local leaders turn their life experience into a degree and using it to fight gun violence head on.
Texas Tech student expelled after video showing Charlie Kirk rant on campus
An 18-year-old Texas Tech University student is no longer enrolled at the university after a video appearing to show her mocking the death of Charlie Kirk went viral.
An 18-year-old Texas Tech University student is no longer enrolled at the university after a video appearing to show her mocking the death of Charlie Kirk went viral.
These are the best states for teachers, data suggests
WalletHub has released new data ranking the best and worst states for teachers, underscoring the profession’s ongoing challenges of low pay, heavy workloads, and high turnover.
WalletHub has released new data ranking the best and worst states for teachers, underscoring the profession’s ongoing challenges of low pay, heavy workloads, and high turnover.
Educators fired for 'senseless' social media posts following Charlie Kirk's murder
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, educators across the US are being fired or disciplined for sharing "senseless" posts on social media about his death.
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, educators across the US are being fired or disciplined for sharing "senseless" posts on social media about his death.
Bolingbrook, Romeoville teachers' union reaches tentative agreement with district
The teachers' union at Valley View School District 365U reached a tentative agreement on a new contract with the district, likely averting a strike.
The teachers' union at Valley View School District 365U reached a tentative agreement on a new contract with the district, likely averting a strike.
UIC sets record enrollment in Fall 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago has hit its highest enrollment in history, welcoming 35,869 students this fall ? nearly 2,000 more than last year. The surge, driven by rising numbers of undergraduates, transfers, and online learners, reflects UIC?s push for access, affordability, and student success, highlighted by the launch of its new Aspire grant program.
The University of Illinois Chicago has hit its highest enrollment in history, welcoming 35,869 students this fall ? nearly 2,000 more than last year. The surge, driven by rising numbers of undergraduates, transfers, and online learners, reflects UIC?s push for access, affordability, and student success, highlighted by the launch of its new Aspire grant program.
Saint Sabina Academy offers $2,000 scholarships to first responder families
Principal Veriner James and Officer Brandy Smith share how Saint Sabina Academy is honoring first responders with a generous new scholarship initiative.
Principal Veriner James and Officer Brandy Smith share how Saint Sabina Academy is honoring first responders with a generous new scholarship initiative.
Illinois' football home is now known as Gies Memorial Stadium after alumnus makes $100M donation
Illinois' football stadium will be known as Gies Memorial Stadium after philanthropist Larry Gies made a $100 million donation.
Illinois' football stadium will be known as Gies Memorial Stadium after philanthropist Larry Gies made a $100 million donation.