Amy Jacobson no longer CPS coach after Gus Walz's comments
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A Chicago Public Schools volleyball coach is no longer employed after making controversial comments on a conservative radio talk show.

Controversy brews at Amundsen High School as parents call for coach's removal
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Controversy is brewing on Chicago's North Side as some Chicago Public School (CPS) parents are calling for a conservative radio talk show host to be removed from her job at Amundsen High School.

Chicago Public Schools are back in session
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Mayor Brandon Johnson and CPS CEO Pedro Martinez rang the school bells Monday morning to celebrate the return to classes. CPS took extra precautions Monday amid an Excessive Heat Warning in Chicago.

CPS students start school amid heat wave

Chicago Public School students spent their first day of school in air-conditioned classrooms to escape the extreme heat. 

CPS prepares for extreme heat as students head back to class

As Chicago Public Schools (CPS) welcomed students back to classrooms on Monday, the district took proactive measures to ensure the safety and comfort of students and staff during the anticipated heatwave.

Chicago Public Schools students return to classes amid excessive heat
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Students in Chicago are heading back to school as a heatwave hits the city. CPS CEO Pedro Martinez said the schools had air conditioning running all weekend so buildings would be cool enough for students this week.

CTA offers free rides to CPS students on first day of school
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Chicago Public Schools students can ride CTA buses and trains for free on Monday to celebrate the first day of the school year.

Aldermen react to reports of Chicago mayor pushing CPS CEO out: 'Not a good idea'

Reports that Mayor Brandon Johnson is quietly interviewing candidates to replace Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez have sparked strong reactions from city officials.

CTU wants 2016 'predatory loans' investigated, proposes plan to fund contract demands

The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is pushing for annual 9 percent raises, additional school support staff and other concessions from Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The union has also proposed a plan to fund these demands.

CTU targets 'predatory loans' in fight for 9 percent raises, school support staff increases
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The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is pushing for annual 9 percent raises, additional school support staff and other concessions from Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The union has also proposed a plan to fund these demands.

Mayor Brandon Johnson seeks to push out CPS CEO, sources say
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Sources confirmed that Mayor Brandon Johnson began interviewing new candidates to replace current CPS CEO Pedro Martinez on Wednesday. The move came after the Chicago Teachers Union and Martinez bumped heads over funding for the district.

Chicago's NextWave STEM inspires youth with cutting-edge tech workshops, classes

A former Chicago Public Schools employee founded NextWave STEM to engage students in STEM fields through hands-on workshops in coding, drone piloting, AI literacy and more.

Chicago Teachers Union seeks to reduce property tax bill for West Loop headquarters

Based on the county's appraisal, the CTU would owe approximately $1 million in property taxes. This development comes as the CTU is demanding $1 billion in additional state funding.