Chicago Public Schools

As Chicago steps up immigration enforcement, teachers and parents question CPS’s decision not to offer remote learning, raising fears about student safety and attendance.

Reports of ICE activity in Bucktown and Wicker Park triggered precautionary lockdowns at nearby schools, while some CPS board members and state leaders pushed to expand virtual learning options amid growing safety concerns.

Tensions flare once again today in Little Village and it was all caught on camera.

A former investigator says Chicago Public Schools pushed her out for doing her job, and now she’s suing the district, claiming retaliation.

Chicago Public Schools is forming a community panel of students, parents, alumni, and residents to interview finalists and give feedback before a new CEO is named by December.

A welcome center for migrant children was announced Monday by the city of Chicago.

Chalkbeat Chicago reporter Mila Koumpilova talks about how the city is going about reconnecting with youth who have stopped going to school and aren't working.

The union representing Chicago police officers say they deserve the same amount of parental leave as Chicago's public school employees.

As funding cuts hit nonprofits across Chicago, Invest For Kids is stepping up. Since 2009, the one-day investment conference has raised more than $25 million for 105 youth-serving organizations. Executive Director Shane Morris joins us to preview the 17th annual event on October 21 and discuss its impact on programs like the Juvenile Protective Association.

The Chicago Teachers Union spoke to the board about the closure of Epic Charter School, calling on CPS to act.

More parents are choosing not to send their kids to Chicago Public Schools as enrollment is down.

Chicago Public Schools leadership may restructure middle management and is considering aligning it to school board electoral districts.

The Trump administration is pulling millions of dollars in federal grants from Chicago Public Schools.

As ICE agents ramp up their enforcement efforts in the city and the suburbs concern is growing for families.

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.