City West Journal

The community is invited to support the Cameron Playground Project and learn more about the proposed renovation of the playground.

The chronic truancy rate at YCCS - Association House High School rose to 99.4% during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has announced a series of virtual meetings to involve community members in discussing capital priorities for its Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Plan.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is bringing museum-like experiences into the classroom through their partnership with the Chicago Children’s Museum.

The chronic truancy rate at West Park Elementary Academy rose to 14% during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Jose De Diego Community Academy's basketball teams achieved remarkable success at the CPS Network 5 Championship.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) have reached a proposed contract agreement that aligns with the District's strategic plan, prioritizing student-centered decisions.

The South Shore Branch of the Chicago Public Library is inviting teens to participate in an online poetry contest this April.

The chronic truancy rate at Stowe Elementary School rose to 45.6% during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

The exhibit "Evicted: A Closer Look at America's Housing Struggles and Crisis" is currently open at the Harold Washington Library Center in Chicago.

The exhibit "The Black Alchemists" opened at the Hall Branch on March 20, 2025.

The chronic truancy rate at Piccolo Elementary Specialty School stayed flat at 53.1% during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

The Orr Spring Sports season for 2025 has commenced, featuring various sports including girls soccer, girls and boys track, boys volleyball, and softball.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has opened the application process for the honorary student member of the Board of Education for the 2025-26 school year.

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has announced that it is accepting applications for the honorary student member position on its Board of Education for the 2025-26 academic year.

The chronic truancy rate at Noble Street Charter Schools - Rowe-Clark Math & Science Academy fell to 74.5% during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Students in Chicago Public Schools (CPS) will soon have access to virtual mental health services.

Cindy Pritzker's contributions to the Chicago Public Library and the city of Chicago are being remembered following her passing.

The chronic truancy rate at Lowell Elementary School rose to 51.1% during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

The Chicago Public Library (CPL) is set to celebrate National Poetry Month this April with a variety of events across its branches.