Chicago's Board of Education unanimously approves $9.9B budget despite CTU's opposition
Chicago's Board of Education unanimously passed a $9.9 billion budget this week despite opposition from the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU).
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.
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.
Chicago Public Schools begins free summer lunch program
Chicago Public Schools launched its free summer meal program on Monday to provide meals for CPS students until Aug. 9.
CPS extends free Wi-Fi access through 'Chicago Connected' program
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
CPS extends free Wi-Fi access through 'Chicago Connected' program
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
CPS students dance into summer with the cast of "SIX"
Chicago Public School students celebrated their last day of school by learning moves from the cast of SIX the Musical. Gabriella Premus has their excitement and a special dance lesson.
Mayor Johnson expands free WiFi access to Chicago public parks
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the expansion of free internet access to Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and Parks. The expansion will serve more than 40,000 CPS students and includes 60 public parks on the South and West sides of the city.
150 Chicago Public Schools will cut staff under new budget: Chalkbeat
At least 150 Chicago Public Schools will have fewer staff positions next school year, according to a Chalkbeat analysis of school budget documents recently released by the district.
Chicago aldermen criticize CPS budget cuts to top-performing schools
Some Chicago City Council members are voicing concerns that Chicago Public Schools is disproportionately making budget cuts to top-performing schools in favor of increasing funds for under-enrolled neighborhood schools.
Chicago Public Schools previews equity-focused budget for next year
Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez is offering a preview of next year’s budget, highlighting a major shift in how school dollars will be allocated.
CPS budget: New school funding model to emphasize student needs, equity
Chicago Public Schools is giving a first look at funding plans for the upcoming year after teachers headed to Springfield earlier this month to lobby for more funding. Fox 32's Dane Placko takes a look at the newly unveiled plans.
Illinois Senate passes $53 billion state budget
This year's state budget allocates $400 million more than last year's, with $187 million earmarked to help Chicago and Cook County with sheltering and caring for migrants.
Johnson promises not to close top performing CPS schools, but leaves out magnets and charters
Mayor Brandon Johnson says he will not close high-performing CPS Selective Enrollment Schools, at least not until a fully elected Chicago Public School Board takes over the system in 2027.
Johnson promises not to close top performing CPS schools, but leaves out magnets and charters
Mayor Brandon Johnson says he will not close high-performing CPS Selective Enrollment Schools, at least not until a fully elected Chicago Public School Board takes over the system in 2027.
Rebellyous Foods to offer plant-based meals for CPS kids
Chicago Public Schools will soon offer plant-based chicken options from Rebellyous Foods. The manufacturer is part of a global plan to incorporate plant-based meal options in school lunches.
Hundreds of Chicago teachers take funding demands to Springfield
Hundreds of Chicago teachers ditched their classrooms and headed to Springfield on Wednesday.
Chicago teachers rally at state capitol for additional $1B in funding
Hundreds of Chicago teachers ditched their classrooms and headed to Springfield on Wednesday.
CTU members rally at state capitol for more funding for Chicago schools
Hundreds of Chicago teachers traveled to Springfield Wednesday to lobby lawmakers for more school funding.
Chicago teachers head to state capital to request more funding
Hundreds of Chicago Teachers Union members and parents made their way to Springfield Wednesday morning to ask for more funding. The CTU said CPS was shot $1.1 billion in comparison to other districts across the state.