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.
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.
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.
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.
Chicago teachers' contract talks could shake up US education: 30,000 union members demand change
Chicago's ongoing contract negotiations between the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) could reshape U.S. education. With 30,000 teachers pushing for changes such as job security,
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 Public Schools, CTU still working to reach contract agreement
Chicago Public Schools gave an update Friday on where negotiations stand with the Chicago Teachers Union. I've taken my family to 5 major steakhouse chains in the US. We enjoyed most, but one is the best by a landslide.
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).
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The mayor’s on ‘union leave’ from CPS despite leaving CTU. Does that undermine contract talks?
The mayor’s leave status has attracted more scrutiny and concerns about a potential conflict of interest in recent weeks, as ...
CPS teachers return to classrooms as contract negotiations continue
Last Friday, officials with CPS and CTU held dual press conferences to provide updates on their ongoing contract negotiations ...
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Chicago Teachers Union accuses CPS of deliberately slowing negotiations
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Chicago Teachers Union on Thursday accused Chicago Public Schools officials of purposely ...
What if ICE Agents Show Up? Schools Prepare Teachers and Parents.
Across the country, educators described widespread anxiety about President-elect Donald J. Trump’s promises to deport ...
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 ...
Stacy Davis Gates defends CTU’s contract demands, asks to shift pension payment debate to City Hall
CTU President Stacy Davis Gates defended the union’s contract proposals despite the costs of a pension payment for ...
Editorial: Brandon Johnson puts Chicago kids at risk by helping kill Springfield hemp crackdown
Brandon Johnson often speaks of his concern for the welfare of Chicago’s children, usually in the context of seeking more ...
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 ...