Progress reported, but sticking points persist in talks between Chicago Public Schools, teachers' union
Negotiations continued Monday between the Chicago Teachers Union and the Chicago Public Schools. Progress was apparently made, and insiders said talk of a strike is not as loud as we've seen in past contract years.
CPS, Chicago Teachers Union contract talks continue, with salary, prep time sticking points
CPS said it has offered teachers a 16% raise over four years, making them the highest paid in the country, with the exception of some New York City teachers. CTU countered with 24% raise over four years.
Chicago Teachers Union vows to 'fight' Trump at 'every turn' amid contract negotiations
The Chicago Teachers Union on Monday vowed to 'fight' President-elect Donald Trump at 'every turn' once he enters the White House.
Contract stalemate continues for Chicago Public Schools and Chicago Teachers Union as new year begins
The finger-pointing has continued in the first few days of 2025, with each side blaming the other for holding up negotiations.
What are the key sticking points in Chicago’s teacher contract talks?
After eight months of contentious talks that cost CEO Pedro Martinez his job, Chicago Public Schools teacher contract negotiations are entering a decisive phase.
CPS CEO says contract talks with the teachers union have not stalled: 'In fact, it's just the opposite'
But Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates said she's frustrated one person — schools chief Pedro Martinez — seems to hold the keys to getting a contract as the two sides work to negotiate a deal and avoid a strike.
CPS and CTU leaders clash over stalled contract negotiations
Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and CPS leaders are at an impasse in contract negotiations, with little progress made despite meetings throughout December.
War of words: Chicago Teachers Union president, CPS CEO remain at odds as contract negotiations trickle
Kids in Chicago Public Schools (CPS) are still on winter break, but CEO Pedro Martinez says some progress is being made in contract talks with the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU).
Chicago Teachers Union: Contract negotiations at standstill
CTU President Stacy Davis Gates claimed that Chicago Public Schools’ negotiators now say they need the Board of Education’s approval to move forward on economic proposals, contradicting a Christmas Eve ruling by a Cook County judge.
After hemp bill defeat, Illinois Gov. Pritzker rips Chicago Mayor Johnson for poor Springfield relationships
Fresh off a rare defeat in Springfield, Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday delivered some of his sharpest words yet against Mayor ...
Chicago political notebook: Will Durbin run for reelection? Where will CPS/CTU negotiations go?
Dick Durbin (D-Illinois), who is in his fifth term and who turned 80 this past November—will he retire? It is expected that ...
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks future of CPS, stance on Illinois hemp bill
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks about his stance on the Illinois hemp bill and the future of Chicago Public Schools.
Chicago Public Schools leadership concerns grow as staff, students return to classrooms after winter break
Chicago Public Schools teachers will return to classrooms from winter break Monday without a contract and with an uncertain ...
Chicago students without bus service getting PiggyBack rides to school
Chicago Public Schools, the nation’s fourth-largest district, has significantly curbed bus service in recent years. It still ...
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The Chicago schools CEO got a pink slip for Christmas. He went to court. What happens now?
The decision to fire CPS CEO Pedro Martinez comes at a critical time, as the district negotiates a Chicago Teachers Union ...
Chicago weather: Lake effect snow in Monday forecast as CPS to resume classes
ABC7 meteorologist Jaisol Martinez said Sunday will be cold with highs in the 20s. Most of Cook and Lake Counties in Illinois will see one to two inches of snow overnight into Monday. If lake-effect ...