Vaxxed Illinois teachers to get paid COVID-19 leave under bill Pritzker plans to sign
Handing a win to the Chicago Teachers Union, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday is planning to sign into law a measure that will allow fully vaccinated teachers and other school employees to take COVID-19 related paid time off without burning up sick days.
Handing a win to the Chicago Teachers Union, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday is planning to sign into law a measure that will allow fully vaccinated teachers and other school employees to take COVID-19 related paid time off without burning up sick days.
CTU sues Lightfoot ally, accuses her of interfering in union’s elections
The lawsuit, filed Thursday, seeks to “end mischievous, unlawful and deceptive interference” from staunch mayoral ally Lisa Schneider Fabes and a group she formed called Chicago Teachers United, claiming she is undermining the union’s elections taking place on May 20.
The lawsuit, filed Thursday, seeks to “end mischievous, unlawful and deceptive interference” from staunch mayoral ally Lisa Schneider Fabes and a group she formed called Chicago Teachers United, claiming she is undermining the union’s elections taking place on May 20.
Chicago elementary school brings back mask requirement after uptick in COVID cases
A spike in COVID-19 cases at Coonley Elementary School in the North Center neighborhood means masks are required, but only in six affected classrooms.
A spike in COVID-19 cases at Coonley Elementary School in the North Center neighborhood means masks are required, but only in six affected classrooms.
Labor board upholds CPS mask-optional policy in blow to CTU
A state labor board has rejected the Chicago Teachers Union’s request to temporarily block Chicago Public Schools’ mask optional policy while the union’s legal challenge plays out.
A state labor board has rejected the Chicago Teachers Union’s request to temporarily block Chicago Public Schools’ mask optional policy while the union’s legal challenge plays out.
Chicago mom didn't die from COVID-19 as CTU claimed, ME report says
A mother of a CPS student who CTU said died of COVID-19 after her daughter was quarantined due to an outbreak, did not actually die of COVID-19, the Cook County Medical Examiner confirmed Monday.
A mother of a CPS student who CTU said died of COVID-19 after her daughter was quarantined due to an outbreak, did not actually die of COVID-19, the Cook County Medical Examiner confirmed Monday.
Parents group says it was blindsided by CPS’ plan to end mask mandate
A group of parent activists said Tuesday that it was blindsided by Chicago Public Schools’ announcement to drop the district’s mask mandate — with some calling it racist, even criminal.
A group of parent activists said Tuesday that it was blindsided by Chicago Public Schools’ announcement to drop the district’s mask mandate — with some calling it racist, even criminal.
CTU slams decision by Chicago Public Schools to go mask optional Monday
Chicago Teachers Union officials voiced frustration over the school district's decision to end the mask mandate in Chicago Public Schools.
Chicago Teachers Union officials voiced frustration over the school district's decision to end the mask mandate in Chicago Public Schools.
Chicago Teachers Union files unfair labor practice charge against CPS over end of mask mandate
Chicago Public Schools is dropping its mask mandate next Monday, citing a sharp decline in COVID-19 cases over the past few weeks and a pending court ruling while breaking an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union to maintain universal masking through the end of the school year.
Chicago Public Schools is dropping its mask mandate next Monday, citing a sharp decline in COVID-19 cases over the past few weeks and a pending court ruling while breaking an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union to maintain universal masking through the end of the school year.
Chicago Public Schools being sued over continued mask mandate
A downstate Illinois attorney is suing Chicago Public Schools over their continued face mask requirement.
A downstate Illinois attorney is suing Chicago Public Schools over their continued face mask requirement.
CPS board affirms mask mandate, but CEO hopes they can be optional before end of school year
As mask mandate fights have roiled districts around the state the past month, Chicago Public Schools officials and Board of Education members defended their commitment to masking Wednesday while opening the door for a relaxed policy later this spring.
As mask mandate fights have roiled districts around the state the past month, Chicago Public Schools officials and Board of Education members defended their commitment to masking Wednesday while opening the door for a relaxed policy later this spring.
Karen Lewis' legacy: A look back at the life, influence of the Chicago Teachers Union president
Karen Lewis knew how to play hard ball when she needed to. She also had a sharp wit to help her get her point across.
Karen Lewis knew how to play hard ball when she needed to. She also had a sharp wit to help her get her point across.
Karen Lewis' legacy: Chicago Teachers Union president remembered for her impact on CPS
Karen Lewis knew how to play hard ball when she needed to. She also had a sharp wit to help her get her point across.
Karen Lewis knew how to play hard ball when she needed to. She also had a sharp wit to help her get her point across.
Chicago Mayor Lightfoot believes there's a connection between rise in carjackings, remote learning
The Chicago Teachers Union slammed Mayor Lightfoot's remarks, calling them hurtful, racist and unsubstantiated.
The Chicago Teachers Union slammed Mayor Lightfoot's remarks, calling them hurtful, racist and unsubstantiated.
Some Chicago-area schools won't require masks on Monday and some will be closed, after judge's order
Some Chicago-area schools will not be requiring masks on Monday, after a judge issued a temporary restraining order.
Some Chicago-area schools will not be requiring masks on Monday, after a judge issued a temporary restraining order.
Chicago Public Schools says judge's ruling does not stop CPS from requiring masks
CPS said the "court’s current ruling does not prohibit CPS from exercising its authority to continue its COVID-19 mitigation policies and procedures, including universal masking by students and staff and vaccination and testing requirements for staff members."
CPS said the "court’s current ruling does not prohibit CPS from exercising its authority to continue its COVID-19 mitigation policies and procedures, including universal masking by students and staff and vaccination and testing requirements for staff members."
CTU President Jesse Sharkey won't run for re-election
Chicago Teachers Union President Jesse Sharkey announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election as president of the CTU.
Chicago Teachers Union President Jesse Sharkey announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election as president of the CTU.
Chicago Teachers Union President Jesse Sharkey will not seek re-election: 'It is time'
Chicago Teachers Union President Jesse Sharkey announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election as president of the CTU.
Chicago Teachers Union President Jesse Sharkey announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election as president of the CTU.
CTU group calls for overhaul of union leadership after remote learning debacle
Sandi Hoggatt, longtime CPS staff member and "Members First" VP candidate, voices her frustration with the current leaders at the Chicago Teachers Union and their negotiations with the city.
Sandi Hoggatt, longtime CPS staff member and "Members First" VP candidate, voices her frustration with the current leaders at the Chicago Teachers Union and their negotiations with the city.
Chicago teachers approve COVID safety agreement after standoff with CPS
Students in the nation?s third-largest district returned to classrooms Wednesday after Chicago Public Schools canceled five days of classes amid a standoff with the teachers union over COVID-19 safety protocols.
Students in the nation?s third-largest district returned to classrooms Wednesday after Chicago Public Schools canceled five days of classes amid a standoff with the teachers union over COVID-19 safety protocols.
Chicago teachers accept COVID-19 safety deal, keeping kids in school after week of no classes
After five days of canceled classes, the standoff between the Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools is now over. While students returned to their desks Wednesday, teachers remain divided.
After five days of canceled classes, the standoff between the Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools is now over. While students returned to their desks Wednesday, teachers remain divided.