Illinois students face costly tickets at school from police for misbehavior
Tickets can be in the hundreds of dollars, becoming an incredible burden for some families.
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Illinois’ strong anti-bullying law was ignored at Latin School, according to parents of teen who took his life
The parents say the boy was relentlessly bullied but Latin didn’t inform them or investigate, as required by law. Latin strongly denies wrongdoing.
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A 6-year-old asks: Why is there war in Ukraine?
WBEZ is talking to kids, parents and experts about the tough questions young children ask. Today, we take on the war in Ukraine.
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You can celebrate April’s divine coincidence with a tour of sacred Chicago spaces
In honor of Ramadan, Easter, Passover and more, the Interfaith Trolley Tour will stop at five religious sites on Chicago’s South Side.
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CPS budget cuts could mean some teacher layoffs, larger class sizes
The district’s funds are being cut by about $60 million, the largest drop in nearly a decade.
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Take a roadtrip to the I & M Canal National Heritage Area
The Canal Corridor Association has launched a Discovery Challenge so you can learn more about the area near Chicago.
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How a school bus driver in Skokie has brought joy to his community for decades
Alvin Carter has been a school bus driver at Elizabeth Meyer School since 1994. He has become a beloved figure in his community and helped spread joy to countless students.
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Many families stick with homeschooling even as classrooms reopen
New data show homeschooling numbers this year dipped from last year’s all-time high, but are still significantly above pre-pandemic levels.
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Cash strapped schools are spending federal COVID-19 funds on textbooks and playgrounds
For underfunded Illinois districts, the $7.9 billion infusion means finally giving students essentials that wealthier areas take for granted.
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Chicago public schools brace for budget cuts as enrollment continues to decline
Parents and community members say the reduction in resources will hurt students already struggling with the effects of the pandemic.
