Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez wins temporary restraining order against school board after ouster
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s handpicked school board was blocked from modifying Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez’s duties by a Cook County Judge on Tuesday, giving the embattled schools chief a victory as he battles with City Hall over the district’s future.
Chicago school board set to consider firing schools CEO Friday
The Chicago school board is meeting Friday to consider firing district CEO Pedro Martinez after months of speculation about his future driven by a conflict with Mayor Brandon Johnson. A board agenda posted Wednesday evening lists two agenda items: approving Martinez’s termination and approving a settlement agreement. No other details are included.
Judge orders Chicago school board members to stay away from CPS CEO's contract talks with teachers' union
Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez accused school board members of "hijacking" negotiations and trying to intimidate his team.
Chicago Board of Education votes to fire schools chief Pedro Martinez
The Chicago Board of Education voted Friday to fire Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez, clearing the way for the mayor to install a new leader after a monthslong power struggle.
CPS CEO Pedro Martinez granted temporary restraining order against school board
A Cook County judge ruled in favor of embattled Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez, stating that school board members cannot participate in negotiations with the Chicago Teachers Union unless invited by Martinez to do so.
Alders slam Mayor Brandon Johnson over firing of Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez
Several City Council members have called the school board's vote to fire Martinez without cause reckless and irresponsible.
Mayor Brandon Johnson faced ethics concerns over ties to Chicago Public Schools and teachers union, according to memo
A CPS memo reveals concerns about potential conflicts of interest between the mayor’s CPS employment, his ties to the Chicago ...
2024 in review: A look back at the Chicago school funding fight in op-eds
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has made increasing funding for public education his cornerstone issue. Last spring, he asked Springfield for $1 billion to help “fully fund” Chicago Public Schools. He ...
Chicago school board votes to bail out Acero charter schools, take control of 5 schools in 2026
The school board unanimously voted to provide the funding needed to keep seven Acero charter schools open next year, before ...
Turnover at the top: Superintendents in Chicago, St. Louis join Feagins under fire
Memphis Shelby County Schools did not fire superintendent Marie Feagins this year, like her counterparts in Chicago, St.
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Joshua Long has led Chicago Public Schools’ disability office for a year. What has changed?
A rise in the number of students diagnosed with disabilities, staffing shortages, and high rates of chronic absenteeism are ...
In wake of Madison school shooting, how do Chicago Public Schools handle security?
Chicago Public Schools are in the thick of a new security plan, after removing police officers from schools this school year.
Covering Chicago Public Schools is not for the weak
Chicago Public Schools officials had released a new five-year strategic plan. And the Board of Education had voted to approve ...
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Top 25 Public High Schools in Chicagoland, According to Niche
Explore Chicagoland’s top public high schools, ranked by Niche for academics, programs and outstanding teacher support! 📚 ...
Events that shaped Chicago: 2024 Year in Review
A year of upheaval and arrivals. From political turmoil to sports disappointments, the city faced many challenges.