Are CPS Schools 'Crumbling Prisons'? The Data Say Otherwise By Whet Moser Contrary to a certain governor's statements, CPS schools are improving along several independent measures of school performance—outpacing the rest of Illinois' schools. Read more
As Budget Impasse Plods On, 36 Percent of Service Agencies Say They Could Have to Close Their Doors By Bettina Chang More than half of humanitarian groups surveyed say they'll have to cease some services within six months. Read more
Can You Teach Yourself to Be Wiser? U. of C. Center Wants to Find Out By Bettina Chang The new program takes a scientific look at what exactly wisdom is. Read more
Duck Penises, Virgin Shark Birth, and Other Lessons from the Field Museum's LGBTQ Fundraiser By Alison Martin The event showcased unconventional mating rituals in nature, and donated all proceeds to families of Orlando shooting victims. Read more
What Else Does That New York Times Poll Tell Us About Chicago? By Whet Moser You may have heard: Chicagoans are dissatisfied with the direction of our city. We dig deeper into the data. Read more
U. of C. Economics Professor Teaches Balance Through Kendo By Dana Driskill Kotaro Yoshida, economics PhD and accomplished kendoka, says simplicity ties the two disciplines together. Read more
How the CPS Transgender Bathroom Policy Fits into the National Debate By Bettina Chang Reaction in Chicago has been mostly positive, and advocates hope it adds fuel to the national fight for transgender rights. Read more
Four CPS Educators Honored for Excellence Amid Turbulent Year By Bettina Chang It’s been an ugly year for CPS, amid contract negotiations and budget cuts, but Golden Apple awards focus on the bright spots. Read more
UIC May Have Breakthrough in Fighting and Preventing Herpes By Bettina Chang The "completely new" two-sided approach had success on mice. Read more
Rahm Whacks Back? Outspoken Principal Loses Position By Luke Seemann Two weeks after yet more statements critical of the mayor, the Lake View principal appears on his way to finally losing his job. Read more
