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 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.
The mayor’s on ‘union leave’ from CPS despite leaving CTU. Does that undermine contract talks?
Brandon Johnson hasn’t taught in CPS since 2011. But because of his leave status, he’s still accruing seniority in the district, even though he no longer works for the teacher’s union. In theory, he could return to teaching in CPS.
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 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.
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 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.
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).
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 ...
CTU: Contract talks with CPS have ‘ground to a halt’
The slow progress that both Chicago Public Schools and Chicago Teachers Union representatives have expressed in recent days ...
Mayor Johnson dodges questions on budget, CTU contract, downplays strain with Gov. JB Pritzker
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson dodged questions about the budget and teachers' contract, while downplaying how strained his ...
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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 ...
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 ...
Mayor Johnson doubles down on CTU, CPS CEO Martinez as schools wait in limbo
As Mayor Brandon Johnson doubles down on his priorities in the new teachers contract, some CPS principals are trying to shield their schools from the chaos.
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 ...
Chicago's homelessness surged in 2024, as major U.S. cities bore the brunt of a national trend
Even as migrants find permanent housing, the city's problem persists with its lack of adequate affordable options and ...