In a big decision, the Chicago Board of Education voted to stop school closures until January 2027. This vote comes after a tough month where the district was accused of planning secret school closures. The fate of CEO Pedro Martinez's job was also questioned. On Thursday, the board focused on the p
In New Jersey, a dispute between teachers and the South Orange-Maplewood school district has heated up. Teachers from the SOMEA union took to the streets of South Orange, carrying signs with messages like "Settle Now!" and "We Are Worthy." They also attended a board meeting in Maplewood to voice the
In Chicago, things are getting shaken up in the school system. The CEO of Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is out, and it seems like their lobbying skills weren't up to par. Meanwhile, the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is gaining more influence as negotiations with city officials heat up. State lawmakers
In a sudden turn of events, a bunch of members from the Chicago Board of Education have decided to call it quits. Parents are scratching their heads, wondering what's going on behind the scenes and if there's any political meddling at play. The timing is pretty questionable since there's an importan
In a surprising turn of events, all members of the Chicago Board of Education have decided to step down. This development is happening as the city readies itself for a new governance structure that combines elected and appointed board members. The resignations clear the path for the mayor to appoint
Detective Cliff Shepard was the lead investigator in the Rasmussen case, but he struggled to find evidence. He discovered that a crucial bite swab had gone missing. With help from Jennifer Francis, a criminalist at LAPD's Scientific Investigation Division, they located the swab at the Medical Examin
The recent controversy surrounding the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education has highlighted a critical issue in governance - transparency. The state's attorney general office found that the board's chairperson, Craven, failed to provide sufficient notice of a panel discussion on
Jack Testani, a Republican member of Fairfield's Board of Finance, surprised everyone by announcing his resignation during Tuesday's meeting. He'd been on the board since 2019 and served diligently until personal issues cropped up. "I apologize for missing meetings recently," he said, not going into
Ever wonder how the bigwigs in the music industry rake in their millions? Well, it's not just about showing up to work every day. Lucian Grainge, the top dog at Universal Music Group (UMG), recently snagged a cool $150.3 million. That's way more than James Dolan, who came in second with a still impr
Skateboarding is often seen as a world of freedom and self-expression, but for those who navigate its challenges, it can be a battleground. For John Gardner, pro skater turned social worker, the sport has been a catalyst for growth, understanding, and healing. His journey with mental health is deepl
