A South African commission tasked with investigating the killings of dozens of striking miners by police started its proceedings today with a moment of silence and the reading of the victims’ names. Check below for full coverage! DJ Matthew Tyler
Chicago Teachers To Consider Offer
The school district has come up with an offer to effectively end the Chicago teachers strike that has lasted for seven days. Teachers are expected to vote this afternoon on the settlement, which could see over 350,000 students get back to school. Click below to read more. Jason J.
Chicago Students Must Be SUPER Excited
ABout 350,000 students are being warned that they will not be in school until probably Wednesday! Remember what a day off of school meant for us when we were young? Because I do. Unfortunately the reason students will not be able to attend class, is because their teachers are on strike. The parents must be furious, but we all know how the students probably feel. Hit the jump for footage of the Chicago teacher strike. Steph B
(Video) Chicago Teachers Extend Their Stike!
Just when we thought the problem was solved! Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis says delegates have decided to extend their weeklong strike until at least Wednesday to give them time to consult with rank-and-file members before voting to suspend the walkout. Watch her news conference below. Eloisa Melo
Chicago Teachers Union Given Ultimatum
With the strike hitting day three, the Chicago Teachers Union has been given an ultimatum. An ultimatum that the union does not agree with and will continue their strike. Click below to read more. Jason J.
Extended Summer Vacation For Chicago Students!
Every kid wants summer vacation to last a week longer. For some 350,000 Chicago students this has happened. Unfortunately, the teacher’s strike is the reason for this. There has been no news for an agreement between the teachers union and school district. Click below to read more. Jason J.
