Extra Extra: CPS Dumps 'Probation' Label For Struggling Schools
By Chuck Sudo in News on Aug 29, 2013 11:00PM
- Chicago Public Schools said it will no longer describe under-performing schools as "on probation." That will make everything better. [Sun-Times]
- Rival Rogers Park gangs took their beef with each other to YouTube earlier this month, complete with weapons. [DNAInfo Chicago]
- Tythia Thigpen was ordered held without bond for allegedly beating a Chicago Police officer with a baseball bat. [NBC Chicago]
- Cardinal George says same-sex marriage is “irrational.” [Sun-Times]
- The Blackhawks announced their 2013-14 television schedule today and they'll be on NBC and NBC Sports Network the maximum 12 times under the league's national television agreement. [Chicago Blackhawks]
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