Lawsuit claims Chicago Public Schools failed to tell police, DCFS about sex abuse of girl by security guard

A former Chicago Public Schools student claims she was groomed, kissed, and repeatedly sexually abused by a female security guard, and CPS is accused of failing to report the abuse allegations to police.

Chicago's Red Line Is Set For A Long-Awaited Extension

In Chicago, Illinois, a transit expansion for the Red Line is underway that will connect the Far South Side to downtown while improving access to other areas.

Chicago Public Media and Chicago Public Schools launch a local journalism-based curriculum featuring student photography

Partnership brings 83 local news stories into classrooms, connecting literacy and civic learning for thousands of CPS students.

Thousands to gather at Chicago church for public celebration of Rev. Jesse Jackson

NOTE: NBC Chicago will offer live coverage of the services in the player above. Thousands of people are expected to gather at the House of Hope church in Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood Friday morning to honor the late Rev.

Meet the 90-year-old old retired Chicago teacher who stays active by jumping rope

She jumps rope with the 40+ Double Dutch Club in Pullman. The organization was created to give women a fun outlet to improve physical and mental health. Her advice on staying acti

Chicago Public Schools to shut down 2 ASPIRA charter schools

Chicago Public Schools is shutting down two charter high schools. CPS said the schools lack funds to remain operational.