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- 1Rahm Emanuel unveils ethics plan, urges Democrats to study GOP states on education●Rahm Emanuel lays out five-point ethics plan, says Democrats should learn from GOP-led states on education
Former Chicago mayor and White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel has put forward a five-point ethics plan while arguing that his party should look to Republican-led states for lessons on education policy. His remarks add to a broader debate among Democrats about how to regain ground on schools and restore public trust, with Emanuel positioning himself as a voice urging the party toward more pragmatic positions.
- 2Chicago school board candidate Biggs puts students over politics▼Chicago school board president candidate Jessica Biggs calls for putting student success over politics
Jessica Biggs, a candidate for president of the Chicago school board, is calling for the district to put student success ahead of politics. She argues the board's focus should shift toward outcomes for children in Chicago's public schools. The stance comes as education remains a contested issue in the city.
- 3Three things at stake in Chicago's school board election▼3 things at stake in Chicago’s school board election
Chicago is holding an election for its school board, and commentary is focusing on three key issues at stake in the vote. Observers point to the direction of the city's public schools, budget and spending decisions, and the balance of power over education policy as the main questions voters will decide. The contest is drawing attention as one of the most consequential local education races in the region.
- 4Chicago Public Schools cancels games as referees strike over unpaid wages●CPS cancels multiple football, volleyball and flag football games after referees strike over nonpayment
Chicago Public Schools has cancelled multiple football, volleyball and flag football games after referees refused to work in a strike over nonpayment. The walkout left schools without officials, forcing the district to scrap scheduled contests. The dispute centers on referees not being paid for games they worked, raising concerns about disruption to student athletics if the pay issue is not resolved quickly.
- 5South Side Chicago school unveils $10.5 million expansion▼South Side Chicago school unveils $10.5M expansion
A school on Chicago's South Side has unveiled a new $10.5 million expansion, according to local reports. The project adds upgraded facilities for students in a part of the city where public schools have often faced underinvestment. The opening is being highlighted by Chicago media as a notable investment in the neighborhood's education infrastructure.