Ex-CPS Boss Brizard Speaks: Emanuel Needs To Let Go
The former head of the Chicago Public Schools, ousted after a politically disastrous teachers' strike last fall, is opening up about his experience in Chicago and with Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
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The former head of the Chicago Public Schools, ousted after a politically disastrous teachers' strike last fall, is opening up about his experience in Chicago and with Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
A day after Jean-Claude Brizard stepped down as head of the Chicago Public Schools, Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis said she thinks Mayor Rahm Emanuel set up Brizard for failure.
After seeing four different Chicago Public School CEOs in the past four years, Mayor Rahm Emanuel's new pick to run the school district, Barbara Byrd-Bennett, pledged Friday "I'm here for the long haul."
Full statement from Jean-Claude Brizard, who stepped down as chief of Chicago's Public Schools.
More than three weeks after the Chicago teachers' strike ended, Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard is out by "mutual agreement," after less than 18 months heading the city's school system.
For the first time since the teachers' strike began, Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard spoke out this afternoon, first denying a widespread rumor that he had resigned.
Striking teachers showed up by the thousands on Wednesday, for a trio of rallies at three Chicago Public Schools buildings.
The Chicago schools CEO said talks have been tense, but both sides are making progress.
A new year began Tuesday for Chicago Public Schools students, but it could be interrupted after just four days if a possible teachers' strike goes ahead.
Typically, a member school must suspend interscholastic activities if it does not have at least 51 percent of its students in attendance, according to IHSA policy.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel says a teachers strike can be avoided, and he's denying a published report that a strike would shorten the tenure of his schools CEO.
Chicago's school chief today denied reports that his job is on the line if talks with the teachers union break down.
What happens if your kids show up at school, and the teachers don't? As the Chicago Teachers Union moved a step closer to a strike, the Chicago Board of Education was discussing what do do if teachers actually walk off the job.
A teacher strike is still a possibility next month, but on Monday morning, classes began as scheduled at about a third of the schools in the Chicago Public Schools system.
Thousands of Chicago kids head back to school on Monday, and there is a troubling message for parents.
The head of Chicago Public Schools says he'd like to see the school board stay the way it is.
As he prepared to welcome students back to classes on Wednesday, Chicago Public Schools chief executive officer Jean-Claude Brizard said many parents had told him they were pleased with the longer school day.
If you're the parent of a Chicago Public Schools student, you might just get a personal call from executive officer Jean-Claude Brizard.
The Chicago Public Schools and their teachers are back to square one in their efforts to agree to a contract and avert a strike, but schools chief executive officer Jean-Claude Brizard remains optimistic.
The Chicago Board of Education and the Chicago Teachers Union have both unanimously rejected an independent arbitrator's suggestions on how to end the contract stalemate with public school teachers.
It's been a bit more than a year on the job for Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard. Some critics have said it's been a bumpy, road with many obstacles ahead for Brizard - including a potential teachers' strike.
More than 90 percent of teachers in the Chicago Public Schools voted to authorize a strike this week, in a move that the Chicago Teachers Union believes will provide a leg up in negotiations starting next month.
Chicago teachers have voted to authorize a strike, setting the stage for intense contract negotiations to avoid a possible walkout in the fall.
The head of the Chicago Public Schools says one of his top priorities, besides working out a new contract with the Chicago Teachers Union, is closing the achievement gap among a number of schools.
The city could soon know whether Chicago Public Schools teachers are going to authorize a strike, but the teachers are already crying foul.
Williams has had quite the career in sports, but she is now working for the first time at a school — as the new Director of Athletics at the University of Illinois Chicago.
The popular fishing pier at a park in Chicago's Bridgeport neighborhood has been flooded for months — and nobody can access it.
There has been a concerted effort from General Manager Ryan Poles and new Head Coach Ben Johnson to beef up the trenches.
On Sept. 29, 2022, Sylwia Jarosz, 45, was riding her bicycle north on Wilke Road near Lake Cook Road when she was hit by a landscaping truck after a crash.
Tre White had 22 points and Tomislav Ivisic added 19 points, 10 rebounds and six assists as Illinois (21-11) won its fourth straight.
Office of Civil Rights employees said this means students with open cases will have their claims backlogged even further.
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The suit from 20 states and the District of Columbia comes two days after the federal agency fired more than 1,300 employees.
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The president threatened to take retaliatory action in response to EU tariffs on U.S.-made whiskey.
This threat was a response to the EU's 50% tariffs on American whiskey, which are set to go into effect next month.
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A couple in DuPage County are opening a co-op grocery store they hope can address the strain of ever-rising food costs.
Rosemont, Illinois, is putting the brakes on installing electric vehicle chargers inside parking structures, more than a year after an EV caught fire.
Need a REAL ID? A new supercenter in downtown Chicago will be taking walk-ins starting Wednesday.
Have you ever wondered how your body is aging, or why some people seem more vibrant the older they get? Those are some of the questions a doctor at Northwestern is trying to answer.
Five years ago, Northwestern Memorial Hospital's Medical Intensive Care Unit was in the process of being transformed into a COVID ICU.
A second person has died in the measles outbreak that started in West Texas.
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The girl was not the only child who took the substance this week at McKay School in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
CBS News Chicago checked in with Momentum Coffee owner Nikki Bravo on Wednesday to see how she was doing with the uncertainty in the market.
This threat was a response to the EU's 50% tariffs on American whiskey, which are set to go into effect next month.
Under the city ordinance, fur retailers in Chicago could no longer sell real fur coats. They could only sell those made with synthetic materials.
The price of a wide array of products will likely soon be going up as a result of the tariffs — affecting everything from food to electronics.
The other six stores will remain open.
Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe and Grace Jones, and Kygo are among this year's artists performing in Highland Park from June 6 to Aug. 31.
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According to the Lollapalooza social media accounts, the lineup will be released on March 18.
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Williams has had quite the career in sports, but she is now working for the first time at a school. Matt Zahn reports.
The popular fishing pier at a park in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood has been flooded for months — and nobody can access it. Charlie De Mar reports.
Cook County Sheriff’s deputies took the weapon, quickly identified the officer it belonged to — who was still in the courthouse — and gave the gun back.
On Sept. 29, 2022, Sylwia Jarosz, 45, was riding her bicycle north on Wilke Road near Lake Cook Road when her bicycle was struck by a landscaping truck.
A severe weather outbreak could hit the Chicago area Friday night, bringing damaging high winds and the possibility of isolated tornadoes.
A 46-year-old woman and her son were walking near the AMC River East movie theater Sunday night when the woman was shot in the arm.
An American Airlines plane carrying 178 people caught fire on the tarmac after making an emergency landing at Denver International Airport. Twelve passengers were taken to the hospital for evaluation.
The popular fishing pier at a park in Chicago's Bridgeport neighborhood has been flooded for months — and nobody can access it.
Williams has had quite the career in sports, but she is now working for the first time at a school — as the new Director of Athletics at the University of Illinois Chicago.
A mother has filed a lawsuit against the State of Illinois and others her son's death by suicide. Internal documents and emails show missteps that may have led to her son's death.
Cook County Crime Stoppers are now offering a new $1,000 reward for information leading to an indictment or arrest in the murder of Rosa Chacon.
CBS News Chicago obtained records showing Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights, Illinois had been repeatedly warned by the state for their handling of bodies waiting to be cremated.
Rose Bronstein founded the group Buckets Over Bullying, and has been moving mountains with her local organization.
Heights Crematory in Chicago Heights is accused of mishandling the bodies of people who recently died.
Williams has had quite the career in sports, but she is now working for the first time at a school — as the new Director of Athletics at the University of Illinois Chicago.
There has been a concerted effort from General Manager Ryan Poles and new Head Coach Ben Johnson to beef up the trenches.
Tre White had 22 points and Tomislav Ivisic added 19 points, 10 rebounds and six assists as Illinois (21-11) won its fourth straight.
White extended his streak of 20-point games to a career-best seven, helping the Bulls rally to win their season-high fourth in a row.
Creighton's Fedor Zugic and Steven Ashworth had 3-pointers at both ends of an 11-0 run to end regulation.
Police said Justin Gallo sat on the woman's chest and covered her mouth and nose until she passed out.
A 46-year-old woman and her son were walking near the AMC River East movie theater Sunday night when the woman was shot in the arm.
Officers encountered a suspect, which resulted in a foot chase and an exchange of gunfire at multiple nearby locations, police said.
Robert Davis was the last person to see his girlfriend Barbara Lenz alive before she vanished in 1989, Iowa investigators said.
Charles Poulos, 55, was charged with one count of first-degree murder, according to the Glenview Police Department.
