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Demonstrators march from the Washington Monument to the White House during a “Stop Sexual Violence” protest in Washington, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Cornell president admits he never followed up on gang rape allegation ahead of no-confidence debate

By Leah Willingham

October 14, 2026 at 3:06 p.m.

Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff knew in 2024 that a student had reported being gang...

A student interacts with the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical System at Oak Park and River Forest High School on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. (Cam'ron Hardy/Pioneer Press)

Oak Park and River Forest High School students get hands-on experience with robot surgical device

By Cam'ron Hardy

October 14, 2026 at 5:04 a.m.

Oak Park and River Forest High School students had a unique opportunity to interact with...

Jessica Biggs attends a forum for Chicago Board of Education president candidates at Malcolm X College on Oct. 5, 2026. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Billionaire donor Michael Sacks gives $150,000 to school board president candidate Jessica Biggs

By Kate Armanini

October 13, 2026 at 7:15 p.m.

Billionaire Democratic donor Michael Sacks donated $150,000 to school board president candidate Jessica Biggs, the largest...

The University of Chicago campus in the Hyde Park neighborhood April 10, 2024. (E. Jason Wambsgans/baiduhai)

U. of C. announces $100M in spending cuts to help plug deficit

By Kate Armanini

August 29, 2025 at 6:20 a.m.

The University of Chicago announced a string of budget cuts slashing spending by $100 million...

Country Club Hills District 160 Superintendent Duane Meighan, left, makes a comment during a board meeting on Aug. 27, 2025. The board later voted to suspend Meighan indefinitely, appointing Denise Julius interim superintendent. (Olivia Stevens/Daily Southtown)

Country Club Hills District 160 suspends Superintendent Duane Meighan for second time in 2 months

By Olivia Stevens

August 29, 2025 at 3:42 p.m.

The District 160 board suspended Superindent Duane Meighan and appointed Denise Julius from South Holland...

Leo High School Choir on America's Got Talent. (Trae Patton/NBC)

Leo High School choir advances to ‘America’s Got Talent’ semifinals

By Tess Kenny

August 28, 2025 at 8:12 a.m.

Leo High School’s choir is one step closer to winning "America’s Got Talent." After vying...

Jerry Anderson, center, principal of Bloom Township High School, attends a JROTC ceremony at the school in Chicago Heights. Anderson was recently elected to the board of the National Association of Secondary School Principals. (Bloom High School)

After 25 years leading schools, Bloom principal Jerry Anderson continuing life of learning on national board

By Janice Neumann

August 28, 2025 at 5:05 a.m.

After 25 years leading schools, Bloom principal Jerry Anderson continuing life of learning on national...

Rebeca Salazar, a Chicago Public Schools custodian, gets ready for work on Aug. 27, 2025, at her home in the Austin neighborhood. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

‘It’s like a slap in the face’: Laid off CPS custodians frustrated, worried about future

By Kate Perez

August 28, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

As students return to Chicago Public Schools across the city, some district custodians are working...

Sheila Harrison-Williams, center, interim superintendent for Dolton West Elementary District 148 ,addresses the school board on Aug. 26, 2025. (Olivia Stevens/Daily Southtown)

Dolton 148 approves contract for interim superintendent at $1,500 per day

By Olivia Stevens

August 27, 2025 at 5:27 p.m.

Sheila Harrison-Williams will be paid $1,500 a day as interim superintendent in Dolton West District...

Rebecca Ruiz, a parent student advocate, plays "Ring Around the Rosie" with first graders during recess at McCormick Elementary School in Little Village, Aug. 21, 2025. Parent student advocates come at recess to engage and play with the kids as part of the school's social-emotional programming through CPS’ Sustainable Community School program. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

As budget deadline looms, CPS adds over a dozen new sustainable community schools: What to know

By Kate Perez

August 27, 2025 at 5:26 p.m.

Sixteen CPS schools are now Sustainable Community Schools, a title coming with $500,000 in funding...

Chicago Board of Education member Frank Niles Thomas, right, speaks at Chicago Public Schools headquarters on June 11, 2025, after it was announced he is stepping down. Board President Sean Harden is at left. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

With payroll on the line, Chicago school board faces vote on budget and new member

By Nell Salzman

August 27, 2025 at 4:53 p.m.

The Chicago Board of Education is set to appoint a new board member the same...

Purdue University Northwest Chancellor Chris Holford explains his excitement for the new micobiology lab at the university's Westville campus on Wednesday. Holford believes the lab will help show students what opportunities science can provide. (Maya Wilkins/Post-Tribune)

PNW unveils new microbiology lab at Westville campus

By Maya Wilkins

August 27, 2025 at 3:06 p.m.

PNW staff and alumni unveiled a new micobiology lab at the university's Westville campus. The...

District 230 Foundation grants allowed helped fund the band showcase in 2023 at the Chicago Symphony Center. (Orland High School District 230)

District 230 Foundation allows teachers to reach students in new ways

By Addison Wright

August 29, 2025 at 10:12 a.m.

The District 230 Foundation allows teachers at Stagg, Andrew and Sandburg high schools to find...