After CPS Closed Schools, Buildings Sat Empty — And Gun Violence Rose, Study Finds, Chicago

Chicago Public Schools could take another crack at overhauling its middle management

Conversations about the school district’s middle management structure have persisted, even after CEO Macquline King shelved a ...

Why 5 Chicago school board races will likely be uncontested

The Chicago Electoral Board decision to remove school board candidates leaves at least five races uncontested in the historic ...

Chicago Public Schools plans to lay off 760 teachers as officials look to close massive deficit

Chicago Public Schools leaders unveiled a proposed budget Wednesday with layoffs of 760 teachers and 801 school-based support ...

Chicago Public Schools to hold public hearings on budget proposal involving hundreds of layoffs

Parents of students in the Chicago Public Schools system had a chance Monday to weigh in on the next budget.

Chicago Public Schools seeks public input on $732M budget gap plan

Chicago Public Schools held two public hearings Monday to gather community feedback on its proposed fiscal year 2027 ...

Chicago school board race tops $1.9 million in fundraising

Candidates in Chicago’s historic school board races have collectively raised nearly $2 million, already outpacing the 2024 ...

At The University Of Chicago Law School, Socrates Is In, Laptops Are Out

As part of a new policy about AI in legal education, the U. of Chicago Law School will ban electronic devices like laptops ...

Spending in Chicago school board election exceeds $1.8 million as limits lift in race for board president

With attorney Victor Henderson loaning $500,000 to his own campaign, the race to lead the city’s first fully elected school ...

Hope Chicago has helped 2,600 CPS grads get to college, and now, one more class will benefit

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Chicago Public Schools releases $9.88 billion 2026-27 budget amid deepening financial strain

Chicago Public Schools released its budget for the coming school year Wednesday after wrestling for months with how to ...

After CPS Closed Schools, Buildings Sat Empty — And Gun Violence Rose, Study Finds

Researchers at the University of Chicago and Johns Hopkins University found that neighborhoods surrounding long-vacant ...

Patrick Kane signs with Blackhawks, leaving Red Wings looking for help

The Detroit Red Wings have been rejected by one of their few reliable scorers, taking a hit to their 2026-27 roster.

Patrick Kane returns home, signing with Blackhawks

Patrick Kane’s career has come full circle as the future Hall of Famer has returned to the Chicago Blackhawks on a two-year deal for an average annual value of $8 million. The Detroit Red Wings made a ...

Saquon Barkley sees 'no reason why' NFL must keep turf fields after FIFA World Cup required grass surfaces

Saquon Barkley said NFL stadiums installing grass for the World Cup set a precedent, arguing there's no reason NFL players ...

Why Patrick Kane is returning to Blackhawks in full-circle NHL moment

Here's the latest on Kane's reunion in Chicago.

Lonzo Ball reveals disrespectful move he used to pull on former teammate

Lonzo Ball does not have a lot of patience when it comes to the music taste of his former Chicago Bulls teammate. During a ...

Tigers rumors: Detroit still holding out on Tarik Skubal trade with AL Central in sight

The Tigers might keep Tarik Skubal if they believe they have a chance to win the AL Central and make a title run.

What’s behind the White Sox rise? Unlocking the best in their hitters

Jacob Gonzalez had become the kind of prospect organizations quietly move on from. The White Sox first-round pick (15th overall) in the 2023 Draft, Gonzalez had been expected to become a cornerstone.

Patrick Kane leaves Red Wings returning to Blackhawks in free agency

The 37-year-old forward played the last three seasons in Detroit, ranking fourth on the team in scoring last year with 16 ...

Patrick Kane Returns To Blackhawks On Two-Year Deal

Patrick Kane is going back to Chicago, first reported by Elliotte Friedman. Kane is signing a two-year deal and will make ...

Canadian belugas faced ‘imminent risk’ of death before emergency flight to Chicago, marine park lawyer says

Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium is set to receive additional whales, but no more are expected to be shipped this week, according to ...

So Did Red Sox Really Almost Trade Aroldis Chapman, or What?

A report that the Boston Red Sox nearly traded closer Aroldis Chapman before their 15-game win streak has been disputed.

The Way-Too-Early Best Landing Spots for Projected 2027 No. 1 Pick Landon DuPont

We know the NHL Draft just got done a month ago, but looking ahead to next year's draft when there's an elite talent awaiting ...