the Loop
Schools chief Arne Duncan and others traveled to Springfield today to lobby for increased funding. The district had asked for $180 million, and may get just a fraction of that.
1 year ago | Paul D. Bowker
With his first CD just released, Chicago native Aaron Sledge will take the stage this weekend at the 24th annual Chicago Gospel Music Festival, alongside some of the biggest stars in gospel music.
1 year ago | Tasha Clopton-Stubbs
The Board of Education will take up a proposal at its regular meeting tomorrow that would create a new way to evaluate schools by assigning points for things like good test scores and attendance.
1 year ago | Paul D. Bowker
1 year ago | Penni Ellington
Work requirements are in and tenant councils are out as the CHA approves a host of new rules governing how residents work, live and participate in their communities.
1 year ago | Claire Bushey
Under the plan, drivers will pay more to park at meters and in lots during peak hours in and around the Loop. A new rapid bus service will make it easier to reach key parts of the city.
1 year ago | Jennifer Slosar
1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty
1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty
1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty
Dean Sharp came to Chicago planning to take photographs for his art school senior project. He ended up with a series of images that capture a Chicago icon and still resonate decades later.
1 year ago | Jeanelle Hayner
Housing advocates cheer, but with no plans to increase the number of vouchers issued, wait-listed applicants may find themselves with little more than a spot on a long list.
1 year ago | Claire Bushey
Advocates for public housing residents believe a decades-old statute may shield parents of young children from being forced to work outside the home, in conflict with new work requirements.
1 year ago | Claire Bushey
The CTA saves consumers $474 million in gas expenses and reduces carbon emissions by 1.3 million tons, a report says. Transit supporters are urging increased state funding.
1 year ago | Jessica Pupovac
One month after announcing a dramatic series of school closings, the Chicago Board of Education is set to take up a proposal that would add six new schools, including five magnet programs.
1 year ago | Paul D. Bowker
1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty
