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.
What are the key sticking points in Chicago’s teacher contract talks?
After eight months of contentious talks that cost CEO Pedro Martinez his job, Chicago Public Schools teacher contract negotiations are entering a decisive phase.
Chicago Public Schools, CTU still working to reach contract agreement
Judge Juan Merchan just ordered President-elect Trump to appear for his sentencing in the New York hush money case on January 10th. NBC News' Garrett Haake joins Alex Witt to report more. Chicago Public Schools gave an update Friday on where negotiations stand with the Chicago Teachers Union.
CPS, Chicago Teachers Union agreement still far off amid ongoing negotiations
A contract agreement between the Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools still appears to be far off.
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.
CPS and CTU leaders clash over stalled contract negotiations
Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and CPS leaders are at an impasse in contract negotiations, with little progress made despite meetings throughout December.
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).
Chicago Teachers Union: Contract negotiations at standstill
CTU President Stacy Davis Gates claimed that Chicago Public Schools’ negotiators now say they need the Board of Education’s approval to move forward on economic proposals, contradicting a Christmas Eve ruling by a Cook County judge.
Chicago Public Schools leadership concerns grow as staff, students return to classrooms after winter break
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Chicago weather: Lake effect snow in Monday forecast as CPS to resume classes
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Paul Vallas: Chicago’s City Council can address the financial crisis to come if it begins now
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Chicago's homelessness surged in 2024, as major U.S. cities bore the brunt of a national trend
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