CPS board approves resolution seeking to keep Acero charter schools open
Charter schools such as those run by Acero are privately managed, but publicly funded.
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Charter schools such as those run by Acero are privately managed, but publicly funded.
This happened as the union and CPS continue to iron out their contract.
This happened as the union and CPS continue to iron out their contract.
Despite a major push from the Chicago Teachers Union, there is a true split on the new elected board. But with Mayor Brandon Johnson still appointing some of the board members. Tara Molina reports.
Despite a major push from the Chicago Teachers Union, there is a true split on the new elected board. But with Mayor Brandon Johnson still appointing some of the board members.
Voters are casting their ballots for 10 elected Chicago School Board members for now, but the mayor still has control of most seats on the board. Vallas, a former Chicago Public Schools chief executive officer, explains what type of say the voter is really going to have on the school board. Vallas also says the Chicago Teachers Union has been undertaking a “big power grab” in recent years.
Voters will select the first elected school board in Chicago in 10 districts. Tara Molina reports.
More than half a million dollars has poured in during the week leading up to Election Day on Nov. 5.
Tara Molina has been following everything from the attack ads to the money for a school board race.
The big money being poured into the Chicago School Board races is closing in on nearly $7 million either directly to the 31 candidates' campaigns or for ads supporting or opposing some of them.
The flyers, which some are receiving in the mail right now, claim candidates in the race are aligned with former president Donald Trump and "out-of-state billionaires."
The flyers, which some are receiving in the mail right now, claim candidates in the race are aligned with former president Donald Trump and “out-of-state billionaires.” Tara Molina reports.
Two events taking place Wednesday morning are focused on ongoing issues with schools in Chicago. Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedros Martinez will attend a City Council committee meeting to discuss the district's budget, at the same time the teachers' union is calling on CPS to help keep several charter schools open.
CTU political action committees have contributed more than $1 million to candidate campaign coffers so far in the city's first-ever school board election.
CTU officials said their plan to sweep TIF funds back to CPS would help the district avoid mass program and personnel cuts.
The Chicago Teachers Union wants the city to take money used to entice developers and re-direct it to Chicago Public Schools, saying it could generate $1 billion for the school district.
Mayor Brandon Johnson again emphasized that the power to transform the Chicago Public Schools lies only with him, but some lawmakers and advocates are not happy with the way he handled the CPS board. Sabrina Franza reports.
The event came after an at-times contentious news conference on Monday, where Johnson announced six appointees to his new school board following mass-resignations from the board last week.
On Monday, Johnson—who himself once worked for the Chicago Teachers Union—made his picks to replace the board. As Political Reporter Chris Tye reports, 41 out of 50 members of the Chicago City council do not like how these events are playing out.
Members of the City Council said they want a voice at the table, but Mayor Johnson said he alone has the authority on these matters.
Johnson bristled when asked if he was moving to replace the entire school board so the new board could fire Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez.
The demonstrations came as approximately $200 billion federal COVID relief funding is coming to an end nationwide.
The Chicago Teachers Union staged "walk-ins" at more than 150 schools on Monday as part of a nationwide movement to call for more funding for public education.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Teachers Union have asked Martinez to resign amid contentious contract talks, but Martinez has refused to step down.
Several city council members have said they'll attend the board meeting. Contract negotiations with the Chicago Teachers Union are at the heart of the battle.
Snelling laid out the challenges the department is facing—and how, following the imposition of a consent decree, it can help to create a culture change to form a top police department in the country.
Police have said a suspect in a string of robberies attacked an undercover officer during a sting operation on Wednesday.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
Lake County Health Department spokeswoman Emily Young said overdoses can happen at anytime.
The threat involved Fremont Middle School in unincorporated Mundelein.
Snelling laid out the challenges the department is facing—and how, following the imposition of a consent decree, it can help to create a culture change to form a top police department in the country.
Martinez's funeral is set for Monday of next week. In a statement, the Mayor's office said Mayor Johnson plans to attend the funeral alongside Supt. Larry Snelling.
The Democrat looking to unseat an incumbent Republican in a close Iowa congressional race has asked for a recount.
A new report shows Wisconsin voters approved a record number of school referenda in 2024 elections.
Kennedy has a long record of criticizing vaccines, including spreading misleading claims about their safety.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
For the first time since 1938, children in Des Moines, Iowa, will go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The city began its unusual custom of opting for Beggar's Night decades ago in hopes of tamping down on hooliganism.
According to the Citizens Utility Board, it will cost another $12.8 billion to complete the project--$5 billion more than previous estimates.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Three patients at the University of Chicago Medicine are in the trial for the treatment.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
Mayor Brandon Johnson was asked about the proposal Tuesday afternoon.
Ald. Ronnie Mosley (21st) said the closure is a breaking of a promise that Aldi would remain in the neighborhood.
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
The IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
John Krasinski is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2024. The magazine announced the actor-writer-director as its pick during "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
After nearly two decades in the city, organizers posted on social media that they are "deeply grateful to the City of Chicago."
Albert Ramon was supposed to be manning the red kettle this evening, but he decided to swap places with Santa. Also, David Yeomans shows us a striking view of the moon from CBS Skywatch.
Tracey's parents had been fighting to prevent her husband from taking control of her body, because of domestic violence allegations.
Lake County investigators said the threat happened on a school bus after class Wednesday, when a preteen student reportedly told classmates there would be violence at the school the following day. Sara Machi reports.
Emma Baum, 25, was last seen on Oct. 10. She was expecting another child, and was due any day than she vanished, as Jermont Terry reports.
A daughter is speaking out on behalf of her mom, after a vicious workplace attack at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital left a psychiatric crisis therapist with life-changing injuries.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
Police have said a suspect in a string of robberies attacked an undercover officer during a sting operation on Wednesday.
City law requires festival producers to reimburse the city for police overtime worked at their events, but records requests show the city is not retroactively charging for it.
Martinez's funeral is set for Monday of next week. In a statement, the Mayor's office said Mayor Johnson plans to attend the funeral alongside Supt. Larry Snelling.
Snelling laid out the challenges the department is facing—and how, following the imposition of a consent decree, it can help to create a culture change to form a top police department in the country.
"How is this possible that so many things could have gone wrong and allowed for this to happen?" Candice Gatlin said.
City law requires festival producers to reimburse the city for police overtime worked at their events, but records requests show the city is not retroactively charging for it.
Residents' finances are stretched to the max, and they are reaching out to say enough has not been done to finalize repairs and get them back into their homes.
Caitlin Tracey's family did not want her husband to have her remains because of a history of domestic violence allegations.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
The 'Hawks offense, which ranks 26th in the league in scoring, struggled to put points on the board.
Meanwhile, Cubs ace Shota Imanaga made the all-MLB Second Team.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, authorities arrested Williams on Thursday in Savannah, Georgia, where he will appear in federal court.
The Bears have lost three straight this season—and 10 straight against the Green Bay Packers, whom they will be playing this coming Sunday.
Illinois has started a season 3-0 for the fourth time under Brad Underwood, and the second time in three seasons after starting the 2022-23 season 4-0.
The threat involved Fremont Middle School in unincorporated Mundelein.
One burglary suspect tried to run away after the crash, but was arrested at the scene.
City law requires festival producers to reimburse the city for police overtime worked at their events, but records requests show the city is not retroactively charging for it.
Durk, 32—legal name Durk Devontay Banks—was arraigned in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles Thursday after being extradited from Florida.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, authorities arrested Williams on Thursday in Savannah, Georgia, where he will appear in federal court.
