Schools by Arne: Obama Selects CPD Chief
In April 2009, a new era is beginning in American education. President Barack Obama has just appointed Arne Duncan, the former CEO of the Chicago… Read More »Schools by Arne: Obama Selects CPD Chief
Charter Schools in Chicago Take Off
As the world recovers from the recent economic crisis, a new hope is emerging for public education in America. Privately managed charter schools have been… Read More »Charter Schools in Chicago Take Off
“This Sucks!” says Chicagoans Impacted by the Turndown
The year 2009 was a difficult one for the city of Chicago, and for the country as a whole. The Great Recession had hit, and… Read More »“This Sucks!” says Chicagoans Impacted by the Turndown
Call the Cameras? Can They Replace Cops?
It’s 2009, and the city of Chicago is facing a serious problem: rising crime rates. In response, the new police superintendent Jody Weis put forward… Read More »Call the Cameras? Can They Replace Cops?
What Happened in February 2010 in Chicago?
Table of Contents Introduction Blizzard of 2010 Hits Chicago Chicago Bears Lose Super Bowl XLIV Daley Announces He Will Not Seek Re-Election Chicago Public Schools… Read More »What Happened in February 2010 in Chicago?
What’s Up With All The Jesus Schwag?
This is another guest post by Bokeen. You can reach his blog at blog.bokeen.com I fail understand the purpose of religious trinkets, such as “What… Read More »What’s Up With All The Jesus Schwag?