Chicago Public Schools faces massive budget deficit as fears grow over cuts
Chicago Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson breaks down how CPS ended up facing a $732 million deficit and what options leaders may have to avoid major impacts on students, staffing and programs.
Chicago Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson breaks down how CPS ended up facing a $732 million deficit and what options leaders may have to avoid major impacts on students, staffing and programs.
Fight videos raise school safety questions at Chicago charter school
Tonight, a mother and daughter are speaking out. They claim the Chicago charter school failed to stop the bullying before it spiraled out of control. Tia Ewing has more on the family's message.
Tonight, a mother and daughter are speaking out. They claim the Chicago charter school failed to stop the bullying before it spiraled out of control. Tia Ewing has more on the family's message.
Chicago Public Schools facing $732M budget deficit
Budget deficits have been a chronic issue for Chicago Public Schools and this year is no different. Terrence Lee has the story.
Budget deficits have been a chronic issue for Chicago Public Schools and this year is no different. Terrence Lee has the story.
CPS faces difficult budget decisions as staffing cuts loom
Chicago Public Schools officials and board members are weighing next steps as ongoing budget deficits threaten staff positions and add pressure to the district’s financial challenges.
Chicago Public Schools officials and board members are weighing next steps as ongoing budget deficits threaten staff positions and add pressure to the district’s financial challenges.
CPS faces $732M budget deficit next year, eyes ‘adjustments’ to staffing
Chicago Public Schools is projected to face a $732.5 million budget deficit for the 2026-2027 school year, the district announced on Tuesday.
Chicago Public Schools is projected to face a $732.5 million budget deficit for the 2026-2027 school year, the district announced on Tuesday.
How to help provide nutritious meals for Chicago kids this summer
When school ends, so do meals for many kids. FOX 32 Cares and the Greater Chicago Food Depository are stepping in to help fill the gap. Here's how you can help.
When school ends, so do meals for many kids. FOX 32 Cares and the Greater Chicago Food Depository are stepping in to help fill the gap. Here's how you can help.
CPS to keep classrooms open on May Day amid compromise with teachers union | ChicagoNOW
Chicago Public Schools will remain open on May 1 after a compromise with the Chicago Teachers Union on student participation in May Day events.
Chicago Public Schools will remain open on May 1 after a compromise with the Chicago Teachers Union on student participation in May Day events.
Illinois cell phone ban bill advances as debate grows over classroom impact
A bill restricting cell phone use in Illinois schools is heading to the Senate, with educators and experts weighing its potential effects on student learning and enforcement.
A bill restricting cell phone use in Illinois schools is heading to the Senate, with educators and experts weighing its potential effects on student learning and enforcement.
Chicago Public School lunchroom workers arrested during protest over pay dispute
Several Chicago Public Schools lunchroom workers were arrested Thursday during a planned protest calling for higher pay, as contract negotiations with the district continue.
Several Chicago Public Schools lunchroom workers were arrested Thursday during a planned protest calling for higher pay, as contract negotiations with the district continue.
CPS lunchroom workers rally downtown as contract talks near one year
A union representative outlines ongoing negotiations, key demands, and why workers and supporters are taking their fight for a new contract to the streets.
A union representative outlines ongoing negotiations, key demands, and why workers and supporters are taking their fight for a new contract to the streets.
Chicagoans to choose 21 new school board members | The Chicago Report
We're six months out from Chicago's historic school board election and millions of dollars are already moving behind the scenes. Joining us to break it all down is Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova.
We're six months out from Chicago's historic school board election and millions of dollars are already moving behind the scenes. Joining us to break it all down is Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova.
Parents push back against CPS/CTU May 1st deal
CPS parents held a press conference opposing the May 1 "day of civic action" agreement.
CPS parents held a press conference opposing the May 1 "day of civic action" agreement.
CPS parents push back on May 1 civic action plan
A group of Chicago Public Schools parents and community leaders will hold a press conference Monday morning to oppose an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union that designates May 1 as a “day of civic action."
A group of Chicago Public Schools parents and community leaders will hold a press conference Monday morning to oppose an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union that designates May 1 as a “day of civic action."
CPS parents push back on May 1 civic action plan: 'Our children should not be used as political pawns'
A group of Chicago Public Schools parents and community leaders will hold a press conference Monday morning to oppose an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union that designates May 1 as a “day of civic action."
A group of Chicago Public Schools parents and community leaders will hold a press conference Monday morning to oppose an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union that designates May 1 as a “day of civic action."
CPS, CTU turn school day on May 1st into civic action event
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have reached an agreement to keep schools open May 1 while converting the day into a systemwide focus on civic engagement.
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have reached an agreement to keep schools open May 1 while converting the day into a systemwide focus on civic engagement.
Chicago schools to hold classes on May 1st after backlash
Chicago Public Schools will remain open May 1 but shift to a day focused on civic engagement and student activities.
Chicago Public Schools will remain open May 1 but shift to a day focused on civic engagement and student activities.
May 1 classes stay in session as CPS, CTU turn day into civic action event
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have reached an agreement to keep schools open May 1 while converting the day into a systemwide focus on civic engagement.
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have reached an agreement to keep schools open May 1 while converting the day into a systemwide focus on civic engagement.
CPS to restore special education services for Catholic school students after backlash
Chicago Public Schools will restore special education instructional services for students in Catholic schools after previously ending the federally funded program early, the Archdiocese of Chicago said Friday.
Chicago Public Schools will restore special education instructional services for students in Catholic schools after previously ending the federally funded program early, the Archdiocese of Chicago said Friday.
CPS parents seek answers ahead of May 1st protests
May Day protests are just over two weeks away and some still aren't sure what that means for their kids' classes. Gov. Pritzker also weighed in today and said he has some questions too.
May Day protests are just over two weeks away and some still aren't sure what that means for their kids' classes. Gov. Pritzker also weighed in today and said he has some questions too.
Former Chicago charter school CEO indicted for $103K embezzlement: prosecutors
The former CEO of a Chicago charter school network has been indicted for misusing more than $103,000 of the nonprofit's funds for personal gain, according to prosecutors.
The former CEO of a Chicago charter school network has been indicted for misusing more than $103,000 of the nonprofit's funds for personal gain, according to prosecutors.