school closings

The alderman spoke out against local school closings, but questions linger before the final CPS forum.

Community groups have organized a workshop before the next scheduled CPS forum for the Pershing Network.

Uptown teachers said they need more time to defend schools, but CPS says time limit won't be that strict.

Proposal would leave Canaryville, Fuller Park without any public elementary schools.

Parents said closures would expose kids to more "gang and drug violence" instead of safe classrooms.

Controversial list released by school district includes seven Southwest Side elementary schools.

Faculty and parents are concerned about the school's future.

Parents, teachers and activists filled a church gymnasium to talk about school closures.

Parents, activists planned to gather prior to start of CPS forum for Pershing Network schools.

Uptown's alderman said he doesn't want neighborhood schools turning into charters.

Study of utilization of Chicago Public Schools buildings called "exaggerated" by education group.