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Chicago Teachers Union Makes Progress as CPS CEO Martinez Wins Temporary Restraining Order

The head of the Chicago Teachers Union announced steps forward in the union’s contract negotiations, despite a judge ordering a temporary restraining order in...

Mayor Johnson’s Appointed Board Fires CPS CEO Pedro Martinez

Pedro Martinez at Friday's meeting where the appointed school board voted for his termination (Photo Credit: Tacuma Roeback).  On the Friday before Christmas, Mayor Brandon...

Chicago’s School Crisis Is More Than Just a Budget Problem

The whole school board bailed. The deficit is $500M. Can Brandon Johnson turn things around? (Photo Credit: X). By Aziah Siid This article was originally published...

Mayor Johnson Names New CPS Board Members Following Mass Resignations

On Monday, Mayor Brandon Johnson appointed six new members to Chicago's school board, following the resignation of all seven previous board members. Johnson acted...

NASCAR STEAM Fest Engages 550 CPS Students in Motorsports Careers

The 2nd Annual STEAM FEST took place at the Field Museum (Photo courtesy of NASCAR). Students from nearly 50 Chicago Public Schools gathered for the...

Chicago Public Schools to Host Black Student Success Community Roundtable Discussions

The District’s new Black Student Success Working Group is comprised of more than 60 District, school, and community members dedicated to fostering Black student...

Meet Karen Calloway: Kenwood’s Golden Apple Award-Winning Principal

For Mother's Day weekend, the Chicago Defender shares stories of dynamic Black women thriving in their careers and providing loving guidance for their families. Kenwood...

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