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Illinois High School Football Schedule, Scores & Live Updates (IHSA) — November 14

Get IHSA live updates and final scores as the 2026 Illinois high school football playoffs continue November 14

Illinois · 11h

WGN News

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Unsanitary conditions at south suburban schools have parents, teachers pleading for change

Dirty conditions at a south suburban school district have not yet improved months into the school year, according to parents and teachers who pleaded with the school board on Tuesday night.

Blue Island, IL · 3d

Gridiron Heroics

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Hundreds of Students Walk Out After High School Football Coach Fired, Season Abruptly Ends

What was supposed to be another opportunity for a successful high school football program to compete for a championship has instead turned into a controversy involving a popular head coach, frustrated parents and hundreds of students demanding answers. At Morgan Park High School in Chicago, the football season has come to an abrupt end, and […] The post Hundreds of Students Walk Out After High School Football Coach Fired, Season Abruptly Ends appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .

Chicago, IL · 2d

The Chicago Maroon

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University Removes Definition of Gender From Website After Pushback

Following pushback from the Chicago Thinker, a conservative student publication, the University removed a definition of gender from its annual confirmation form, which all students must fill out yearly. New and returning students are required to complete annual confirmation on my.UChicago—the University’s student portal—to confirm accurate directory information and updated...

Chicago, IL · 2d
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WGN News

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Sandburg High School student uses math to bowl two consecutive perfect games

A south suburban teen is making bowling look as easy as one-two-three by apply his math skills.

Palos Hills, IL · 1d

Total Pro Sports

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High School Football Team Attempts 104-Yard Field Goal During Playoff Game [VIDEO]

What on Earth were they thinking? The post High School Football Team Attempts 104-Yard Field Goal During Playoff Game [VIDEO] originally published on Total Pro Sports .

Lyons, IL · 6d

Chicago Parents

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Why can choosing a new high school after eighth grade benefit students?

Choosing a high school after eighth grade can give students an opportunity to take an active role in an important educational decision. At Chicago City Day School, Head of School Chris Dow sees that process as a chance for eighth graders to consider what they want from their next school, identify an environment where they believe they can thrive and begin developing the agency they'll need for later decisions.

Chicago, IL · 1d

Chicago Public Radio

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Without more state funding, CPS faces possible midyear as unexpected costs mount

Just a few months into the school year, Chicago Public Schools has overspent its budget and its emergency contingency budget for special education by $27 million — one of several “compounding financial pressures” that could mean midyear cuts if the school district doesn’t get more from the state in the state Legislative veto session that starts Tuesday.

Chicago, IL · 8h

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Freeport’s Paityn London offically signs letter of intent to go to DePaul University

After making a verbal commitment this past summer, Freeport's Paityn London is now officially headed to DePaul University to continue her college hoops dream.

Freeport, IL · 1d

WMBD/WYZZ

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Five area schools play in state football quarterfinal games Saturday

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Five area high schools are playing in football state quarterfinal playoff games Saturday. In class 7A, unbeaten Normal Community (11-0) hosts second-ranked Chicago Brother Rice. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. Normal West can make school history with a win at Wheaton Warrenville South in the class 6A playoffs. A victory […]

Normal, IL · 17h

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Carbondale football ready for another road trip as Terriers prepare for first quarterfinal game since 1992

CARBONDALE, Ill. -- After a rocky past two seasons, winning three games in back-to-back years, Carbondale has rallied to win 10 games and counting in 2026, preparing to compete in the school's first quarterfinal game since 1992 as the Terriers will face Providence Catholic on the road in the 5A Playoffs Saturday afternoon.

Carbondale, IL · 1d

WTTW - Chicago PBS

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Meet the 21 Members of Chicago’s First-Ever Fully Elected Board of Education

For the first time ever, Chicagoans have fully elected their Board of Education. With several new faces set to join the 21-member board in January following Chicago’s first ever citywide board elections, take a moment to learn more about who will be making critical decisions for Chicago Public Schools, its students and their families.

Chicago, IL · 3d

hoodline.com

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Lakeshore East's Davis School Opens Enrollment for Fall 2027, 700 Families Already Interested

Enrollment has officially opened for Davis School, a planned private Jewish high school set to take over a long-stalled skyscraper at 355 East Wacker Drive in Chicago's Lakeshore East neighborhood. The school team is accepting its first class for a fall 2027 opening, and more than 700 families have already expressed interest, with early enrollment and campus tours now available.

Chicago, IL · 21h

bvmsports.com

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UIC Baseball Adds 10 Top Prospects to Fall 2027 Recruiting Class

Coming off a Missouri Valley Conference title and an NCAA Tournament appearance, UIC baseball has added 10 high school recruits for fall 2027. The group spans Illinois, Wisconsin and North Dakota, with prospects across the infield, outfield, catching and pitching staff. UIC says the class combines immediate competition potential with the character and depth to sustain its championship push.

Chicago, IL · 21h

CBS Chicago

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Chicago Catholic schools warn of cuts to services for special needs students

Families of students with disabilities at non-public schools across Chicago are being warned that the funding for their special education services is about to dry up.

Chicago, IL · 3d

WTVC

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84% of Chicago-area students feel pressure to criticize Western civilization, survey says

College campuses are traditionally viewed as places where students can challenge ideas, debate opposing viewpoints and develop independent thinking skills. But a new survey of nearly 2,200 students at five Chicago-area universities is raising questions about whether students feel comfortable expressing opinions that differ from those of their professors. The...

Chicago, IL · 4d

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U of I System Seeks More Money From State

(Chicago, IL) — The University of Illinois System is seeking more money from the state. The University of Illinois Board of Trustees approved a request for the state to increase the system’s fiscal year 2028 appropriation by nearly 11-percent. Officials say the extra funding will pay for strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for students and supporting the state’s economy. If the request is approved by state lawmakers, it would add more than 80-million-dollars to the current 738-million-dollar state appropriation.

Chicago, IL · 1d

evanstonroundtable.com

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Some Dewey TWI families express frustration after district cancels second engagement meeting

Evanston/Skokie District 65 administrators canceled a second meeting for Dewey Elementary School Two Way Spanish/English Immersion (TWI) families scheduled to take place Thursday. Several Dewey TWI parents told the RoundTable that the decision upset them. A Wednesday email from Assistant Superintendent Maggie Gordon and District 65 Director of Multilingual Services...

Evanston, IL · 1d

Gadget Review

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Chicago Schools Push Back Against Google, Saying They’ll Give Up Search Before Accepting AI

Google's 2027 policy ties K-12 Search access to AI Overviews, forcing districts like Chicago to consider alternative search tools.

Chicago, IL · 2d