Higher education is facing a watershed moment as colleges and universities are pushed to reduce costs while emphasizing ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Illinois lawmakers met Thursday about the funding crisis at Chicago Public Schools. Lawmakers say they want the district to be fully funded, but don't feel it should all come from the ...

A legislative hearing called to discuss funding issues facing Chicago Public Schools made clear the problems but produced little in the way of solutions.

Illinois lawmakers want to figure out how to close Chicago’s budget gap. However, they did not make any commitments on what aid they would provide to the district and when.

President Trump’s fiscal 2026 budget would combine funding for 18 education programs into one smaller block grant. School ...

As Chicago Public Schools face a $734 million budget shortfall, some local officials are holding a public hearing over the ...

Former CPS chief Paul Vallas argues Chicago can solve its budget crisis by ending school subsidies, demanding pension parity, ...

As cuts are handed down, Chicago teachers are furious over denial of backpay owed from last year after their contract ...

With a $734 million budget deficit looming, Chicago Public Schools are reducing resources like after-school hot dinners to ...

The Chicago Teachers Union’s refusal to close near-empty schools and push for more “sustainable community schools” is hurting ...

Chicago public schools are bracing for significant cutbacks due to a $734 million deficit, impacting meals, staffing, and maintenance. These changes, outlined in a recent letter, raise concerns about ...

Chicago Public Schools says it can no longer afford to provide crossing guards for private school students as it trims 100 ...