Chicago Teachers Union debates tentative agreement with CPS
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The leadership of the Chicago Teachers Union is debating a tentative labor agreement with Chicago Public Schools after months of negotiations.

CTA's Austin Green Line station to get major accessibility upgrades
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The CTA has started a $25.6 million project to upgrade the Austin Green Line station, making it fully accessible under the All Stations Accessibility Program.

Paris on Politics: Suburban elections
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The political fallout from Signal-gate. Plus, Richard Roeper on his Sun-Times retirement.

Illinois lawmaker proposes state takeover of Chicago Public Schools

An Illinois state representative filed a bill that would put CPS under the guidance of the Illinois Finance Authority, a state agency that has taken over other statewide school systems that were insolvent. 

Teen charged in armed CTA robberies, carjacking

A 17-year-old boy has been charged in connection with multiple armed robberies on the CTA and a carjacking, police said.

3 women dine-and-dash at Chicago restaurant?then boast about it online
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A birthday celebration at a Near North Side restaurant took a shameless turn when three women dined, dashed, and bragged about it online. Chicago police are now investigating the incident.

CPS students compete for prizes at Chicago Chess Tournament
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Chicago Public Schools students put their strategic thinking to the test at the Chicago Chess Foundation?s annual tournament, where they competed for prizes and scholarships in a day of intense and rewarding matchups.

Chicago's new speed camera locations
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For the first 30 days, cameras will issue warnings without fines. But soon after that, be prepared to pay up if you're speeding.

Chicago's CTA, Metra, and Pace face severe reductions amid budget crisis
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Regional transit officials are warning that massive service cuts could hit Chicago?s public transportation system next year unless the state steps in with additional funding.

Chicago to begin issuing warnings at new speed camera locations

For the first 30 days, cameras will issue warnings without fines. But soon after that, be prepared to pay up if you're speeding.

Chicago transit faces $770M fiscal cliff
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Chicago's mass transit agencies say riders might see a 40% service cut next year.

Metra train hits car near Palatine
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A Metra train hit a car near Palatine, halting service as investigators work to clear the scene. Injuries are unknown at this time.

Chicago mayor called on to negotiate new $175M budget hole
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City leaders believed they had balanced Chicago?s budget for the year, but an unexpected $175 million shortfall has forced officials back to the negotiating table.

Chicago alders call on Mayor Johnson to negotiate new $175M budget hole

City leaders believed they had balanced Chicago’s budget for the year, but an unexpected $175 million shortfall has forced officials back to the negotiating table.