# school board (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 18 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover school board. Page: Feed: --- ## [Watch: Amazon drone drops package in swimming pool](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/amazon-drone-drops-package-swimming-pool) _2026-08-20 · Jason.Gunn@fox.com (Jason Gunn) · Latest News | FOX 32_ A Texas woman watched in astonishment as an Amazon drone dropped her package into her backyard swimming pool. ## [CTA Red Line attack: Police seek man accused of punching, whipping riders](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/cta-red-line-attack-suspect) _2026-08-20 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Chicago police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man who punched and whipped CTA Red Line riders earlier this month on the North Side. ## [Southeast Side residents demand investment over quantum campus](https://www.chicagoreporter.com/southeast-side-residents-demand-investment-over-quantum-campus/) _2026-08-20 · Jack Austin · The Chicago Reporter_ Once heralded by Gov. JB Pritzker as an economic engine that would bring jobs and investment to Chicago’s Southeast Side, the proposed Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) is facing growing opposition from residents. Community groups have mobilized against the 440-acre technology park—planned for the U.S. Steel South Works site—citing concerns over green space, pollution, \[…\] The post… ## [Broken water mains disrupt the service](https://www.swnews4u.com/local/government/broken-water-mains-disrupt-the-service/) _2026-08-19 · CHARLEY PREUSSER · SW News 4 U_ Broken water mains and roadwork were the main topics of discussion at the Gays Mills Village Board Meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026. ## [FLOW Annual Meeting planned at Wintergreen Resort](https://www.swnews4u.com/local/events/flow-annual-meeting-planned-at-wintergreen-resort/) _2026-08-19 · SW News 4 U_ Friends of the Lower Wisconsin Riverway (FLOW) will hold their annual meeting and paddle on Saturday, August 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Wintergreen Nature Preserve. ## [Parent group pushes for tighter AI limits in Chicago schools](https://www.fox32chicago.com/weather/ai-cps-chicago-public-schools) _2026-08-19 · Kasey.Chronis@fox.com (Kasey Chronis) · Latest News | FOX 32_ A Chicago parent group is asking school board candidates to support stricter limits on artificial intelligence in Chicago Public Schools. ## [Chicago school board candidates split over AI use in classrooms](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-ljdpdpuwsmj0x7rm) _2026-08-18 · Latest News | FOX 32_ A Chicago parent group is urging school board candidates to support a three-year pause on generative AI in CPS, while others argue students need to learn how to use the rapidly evolving technology safely. ## [New Superintendent, Election Results, Five Board Members Finish Their Terms](https://wcsb.substack.com/p/new-superintendent-election-results) _2026-08-18 · Cory Martin · WCSB Substack_ Hello all, I need to do some catching up. ## [Chicago Teachers Union sues Illinois Policy Institute | ChicagoLIVE](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-k4x6n91r7hzazygp) _2026-08-18 · Latest News | FOX 32_ The Chicago Teachers Union is suing the Illinois Policy Institute, Liberty Justice Center and Austin Berg over alleged defamatory statements. ## [Costco to sell branded Medicare plans in new pilot program](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/costco-sell-branded-medicare-plans-new-pilot-program) _2026-08-18 · Catherine.Stoddard@fox.com (Catherine Stoddard) · Latest News | FOX 32_ Costco is partnering with nonprofit insurer SCAN Group to pilot Costco-branded Medicare plans that integrate coverage with several of the retailer’s health services. ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rIynZdtcv9Cy) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Deploy apps from your repo with auto-config, instant previews, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Three Years and Counting: State Investigation into 2023 Officer-Involved Fatal Shooting at Velvet Cannabis Dispensary Remains Unfinished](https://martineznewsandviews.substack.com/p/three-years-and-counting-state-investigation) _2026-08-18 · Craig Lazzeretti · Martinez News and Views_ Still no indication when report will be issued on Aug. 18, 2023 shooting death of Tahmon Wilson; family's civil rights lawsuit against city also remains unresolved; City Council meeting preview ## [The Spectator P.M. Ep. 240: Parents Sue Palo Alto School District Over a Mosque Field Trip](https://spectator.org/the-spectator-p-m-ep-240-parents-sue-palo-alto-school-district-over-a-mosque-field-trip/) _2026-08-18 · Lyrah Margo · The Spectator P.M. Podcast – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics_ Parents who are part of the Community Members for Religious Neutrality in Public Schools sued the Palo Alto Unified School... ## [Chicago residents weigh in on search for next police superintendent](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-gqgju314gi6ypgah) _2026-08-18 · Latest News | FOX 32_ Chicago residents are getting a chance to share what they want from the city’s next police superintendent during a series of five public listening sessions. ## [Teaching in Charter Schools (Part 2)](https://larrycuban.wordpress.com/2026/08/18/teaching-in-charter-schools-part-2-2/) _2026-08-18 · larrycuban · Larry Cuban on School Reform and Classroom Practice_ I also observed a math classroom at another Summit charter school. Here is what I recorded in my notes. The Precalculus class began at 10:40 and ended at 12:15. Ethan Edwards is in his third year of teaching at Summit. … Continue reading → ## [Campaign to be the next MP for Brantford Brant South is underway](https://www.parisstaronline.com/news/local-news/campaign-to-be-the-next-mp-for-brantford-brant-south-is-underway/wcm/4649d27c-e636-459c-9067-a2175654a35c) _2026-08-18 · Vincent Ball · Paris Star_ Two candidates with strong records of community service want to become the next MP for Brantford Brant South. ## [Search for new Chicago police superintendent enters next stage with community meeting](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-twr2o5h3z00nw6pg) _2026-08-18 · Latest News | FOX 32_ The search for a new CPD superintendent has entered its next stage. Tonight, the first community engagement meeting was held. ## [Two hospitalized after vehicle strikes MTO crash truck on Highway 401 near Woodstock](https://www.parisstaronline.com/news/local-news/two-hospitalized-after-vehicle-strikes-mto-crash-truck-on-highway-401/wcm/d7b2ad0a-9016-4356-9e4d-ffa6853d8ea3) _2026-08-17 · Beatriz Baleeiro · Paris Star_ OPP says the vehicle struck the crash truck from behind at highway speed. ## [The Spectator P.M. Ep. 239: Socialist Emily Gallagher Justifies Stealing As ‘Crimes of Poverty’](https://spectator.org/the-spectator-p-m-ep-239-socialist-emily-gallagher-justifies-stealing-as-crimes-of-poverty/) _2026-08-17 · Lyrah Margo · The Spectator P.M. Podcast – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics_ “People who are stealing things like toothpaste … like soap … if you’re stealing those things you need them,” Democratic... ## [Brant OPP blotter: Speeding, impaired and intimate partner violence charges](https://www.parisstaronline.com/news/local-news/brant-opp-blotter-speeding-impaired-and-intimate-partner-violence-charges/wcm/d5021f5d-890d-4fb1-aaab-fa2faef03237) _2026-08-17 · Expositor staff · Paris Star_ A 27-year-old St. Catharines man faces multiple charges after being stopped by police for speeding. A Brant OPP officer conducting speed enforcement stopped a speeding vehicle at about 8 a.m. on August 16 on Highway 403 West near the Jerseyville Road overpass. The driver was taken into custody and charged with the alleged offences: operation \[…\] ## [Setting out in search of Fennimore rural schools](https://www.swnews4u.com/local/setting-out-in-search-of-fennimore-rural-schools/) _2026-08-17 · Jason Kreul · SW News 4 U_ Sue Olson and her grandchildren had a mission to locate all Fennimore rural area one room school houses. ## [Unlimited Mobile Internet, One V-SIM (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/8Kc2v00KiYID) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Automatically switches across T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon; no throttling, no contract. ## [Brantford Bulldogs open training camp next week](https://www.parisstaronline.com/sports/local-sports/brantford-bulldogs-open-training-camp-next-week/wcm/22efc65b-e779-4099-8c3d-523ae7041db1) _2026-08-17 · Brian Smiley · Paris Star_ The Brantford Bulldogs will hit the ice next week. Brantford will open its OHL training camp on Monday at the TD Civic Centre, with practices, drills, scrimmages and fitness testing taking place through the week. The team’s annual Black vs. Gold will take place on Thursday at 1 p.m. at the civic centre. Fans are \[…\] ## [States seek $1.4 trillion -- yes, trillion -- from Meta over alleged harm to kids](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/states-seek-1-4-trillion-yes-trillion-from-meta-over-alleged-harm-kids) _2026-08-17 · Mark.Richardson@fox.com (Mark Richardson) · Latest News | FOX 32_ A trial is set to begin Tuesday in federal court in Oakland, California as four states are pushing for Meta to pay $1.4 trillion over allegations that its platform is addictive for underage users. ## [Young dancers wow crowds at smoke dance celebration in Brantford](https://www.parisstaronline.com/news/local-news/young-dancers-wow-crowds-at-smoke-dance-celebration-in-brantford/wcm/37942b3e-9ee6-4143-87dc-ca07c87f376e) _2026-08-17 · Jacob Robinson · Paris Star_ The future of the Haudenosaunee smoke dance is in good hands - and active feet. ## [News You Can Use: 'Art in the Park,' Sesquicentennial Festival, John Muir House, Theater and Library Events, Fall CERT Training and More](https://martineznewsandviews.substack.com/p/news-you-can-use-art-in-the-park) _2026-08-16 · Craig Lazzeretti · Martinez News and Views_ Our latest roundup of events and activities in and around Martinez ## [Chicago city government needs more budget brains](https://www.thelastward.org/p/chicago-city-government-needs-more) _2026-08-16 · Austin Berg · The Last Ward_ The city is unique in how little public finance expertise lives outside the mayor’s office. ## [Teaching in Charter Schools (Part 1)](https://larrycuban.wordpress.com/2026/08/15/teaching-in-charter-schools-part-1-2/) _2026-08-15 · larrycuban · Larry Cuban on School Reform and Classroom Practice_ Charter schools in the U.S. are over three decades old. Advocates for wider parental choice of schools lobbied state legislatures and local school boards to authorize a different way to organize a tax-supported public school with its own school board Continue reading ## [CPS puts funding questions before voters, new law for school safety | The Chicago Report](https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-ej369xmvg6lk9gjn) _2026-08-15 · Latest News | FOX 32_ CPS is putting funding questions before voters. And there's a new Illinois law that strengthens school safety. We break it all down on "The Chicago Report." ## [Long-serving educator and Grand Erie trustee opts not to run again](https://www.parisstaronline.com/news/local-news/long-serving-educator-and-trustee-opts-not-to-run-again/wcm/28ee4180-9979-41ce-9ea4-0ea872564b39) _2026-08-14 · Susan Gamble · Paris Star_ Bill Chopp, a longtime trustee with the Catholic school board, announced on social media late last week that he’s decided against running for reelection. Chopp, who was first elected to be a trustee with the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board in 2014, said his decision was not an easy one. “I wish to \[…\] ## [Gasping for air](https://www.chicagoreporter.com/gasping-for-air/) _2026-08-14 · Sara Cooper · The Chicago Reporter_ This story was co-published with the Chicago Reader. Gary Sams could hardly breathe. He had begun experiencing early symptoms of rapidly progressing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive and fatal neurological disease, in April 2024. By June 2025, ALS had robbed him of his ability to walk or use his hands. Now it was suffocating \[…\] The post Gasping for air appeared first on The… ## [Two candidates vying to represent Brant County on Catholic school board](https://www.parisstaronline.com/news/local-news/two-candidates-vying-to-represent-brant-county-on-catholic-school-board/wcm/b60fd0e9-64fe-4699-bb8b-e202e22ff58f) _2026-08-14 · Vincent Ball · Paris Star_ A long-time Brant County councillor is challenging an long-time trustees for Brant County's one seat on the Catholic District School Board. ## [Collect Open Source Legends (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WEXtgt3ELwxU) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ Open-licensed art, limited foil trading packs, and optional on-chain mints. ## [Who Will Truly Serve the People? Only One Answered That Question, Jennifer Pippin](https://thomasaugustus.substack.com/p/who-will-truly-serve-the-people-only) _2026-08-14 · Thomas Augustus · The Sunshine Journal_ The Amendment 3 debate in the Republican primary for commissioner is ultimately about Indian River County's future. ## [Seasonal Prospects Overwhelming](https://www.swnews4u.com/outdoor-column/seasonal-prospects-overwhelming/) _2026-08-13 · SW News 4 U_ Rains came, humidity moderated, and days begin to shorten favoring planning and preparation over engaging in consumptive activities. ## [This Illinois Bill Would Restore Voting Rights to People in Prison](https://www.chicagoreporter.com/this-illinois-bill-would-restore-voting-rights-to-people-in-prison/) _2026-08-13 · Jack Austin · The Chicago Reporter_ Illinois could become the first state in the nation to restore voting rights that were stripped from people serving prison sentences. Under proposed legislation backed by a coalition of voting rights and legal justice reform advocates, Illinois would join only Maine, Vermont, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.— where the voting rights of incarcerated people have \[…\] The post This Illinois Bill Would… ## [Breaking News: Suspect in Fatal Martinez Stabbing Arraigned on Murder Charges, Held Without Bail](https://martineznewsandviews.substack.com/p/breaking-news-suspect-in-fatal-martinez) _2026-08-13 · Craig Lazzeretti · Martinez News and Views_ Question of why Marcos Iriarte-Valdez was released to home detention without an electronic ankle monitor the day before the killing of Todd Stewart remains unanswered ## [Except for Jennifer Pippin & Write-in, All Commission Candidates Will Vote ‘No’ on Amendment 3.](https://thomasaugustus.substack.com/p/except-for-jennifer-pippin-and-write) _2026-08-12 · Thomas Augustus · The Sunshine Journal_ Write-in Nicole Paradiso was noncommittal at the IRC Taxpayers Forum. Republican super PAC goes after citizen favorite, Jennifer Pippin. ## [Farm Crawl Brant scheduled for Sept. 12.](https://www.parisstaronline.com/news/local-news/farm-crawl-brant-scheduled-for-sept-12/wcm/8ebd772a-c505-4202-8595-a60f6055938c) _2026-08-12 · Vincent Ball · Paris Star_ Farm Crawl Brant gives area residents have an opportunity to learn more about agriculture in Brant County. ## [BECI developers move at dizzying speed](https://www.swnews4u.com/local/environment/beci-developers-move-at-dizzying-speed/) _2026-08-12 · GILLIAN POMPLUN · SW News 4 U_ In a full-court press, aimed at filing an application for a certificate of public convenience and need with the Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) in February of 2027, developers of the proposed BECI 765 kV transmission line are proceeding at dizzying speed. ## [Promoter proposes pro-wrestling event at Seneca School Board meeting](https://www.swnews4u.com/local/education/promoter-proposes-pro-wrestling-event-at-seneca-school-board-meeting/) _2026-08-12 · CHARLEY PREUSSER · SW News 4 U_ The Seneca School Board meeting held in July got off to an unusual start in its public comment segment, when Jared Marti discussed the possibility of having a pro wrestling event at the school ## [Final Office Hours](https://larrycuban.wordpress.com/2026/08/12/final-office-hours-2/) _2026-08-12 · larrycuban · Larry Cuban on School Reform and Classroom Practice_ I had to move out of my office on Stanford s campus. I had retired from the Graduate School of Education in 2001 and since GSE had allotted offices in one of the two education buildings on campus for retired professors Continue reading ## [Four More Years: Mayor Zorn Reflects on First Term, Lays Out Vision for Next One](https://martineznewsandviews.substack.com/p/four-more-years-mayor-zorn-reflects) _2026-08-12 · Craig Lazzeretti · Martinez News and Views_ Incumbent was only candidate to file to run in this year's mayoral election; also, suspect in fatal Martinez stabbing charged with murder, to be arraigned Wednesday; Sturgeon celebration Wednesday ## [The Spectator P.M. Ep. 238: You Probably Have (or Will Have) an AI Addiction](https://spectator.org/the-spectator-p-m-ep-238-you-probably-have-or-will-have-an-ai-addiction/) _2026-08-11 · Lyrah Margo · The Spectator P.M. Podcast – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics_ Countries such as Britain, Australia, and China are implementing strict regulations or bans on social media use for children, citing... ## [Primary election Tuesday](https://www.swnews4u.com/local/primary-election-tuesday/) _2026-08-11 · SW News 4 U_ The fall primary election is Aug. 11. ## [Crime is falling, but do Oaklanders feel safer?](https://empoweroakland.substack.com/p/crime-is-falling-but-do-oaklanders) _2026-08-11 · Empower Oakland_ Oakland police cleared just 17 property crimes out of more than 30,000. Staffing explains part of it, but there’s more below the surface. ## [The School Board Choice Is Easy - Dr. Jacqueline Rosario](https://thomasaugustus.substack.com/p/the-school-board-choice-is-easy-dr) _2026-08-10 · Thomas Augustus · The Sunshine Journal_ Her qualifications and experience are unmatched. Her wins have paid huge dividends, most recently for teachers. ## [The Spectator P.M. Ep. 237: AOC Freezing Her Eggs Is Not ‘Badass’ — It’s Bad](https://spectator.org/the-spectator-p-m-ep-237-aoc-freezing-her-eggs-is-not-badass-its-bad/) _2026-08-10 · Lyrah Margo · The Spectator P.M. Podcast – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics_ Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who has been engaged to Riley Roberts since 2022, shared a video of herself injecting hormones as she... ## [Breaking News: Martinez Murder Suspect Wasn't Wearing Ankle Bracelet for Electronic Monitoring on Day of Fatal Stabbing, Despite Being Under Home Detention](https://martineznewsandviews.substack.com/p/breaking-news-martinez-murder-suspect) _2026-08-09 · Craig Lazzeretti · Martinez News and Views_ Marcos Iriarte-Valdez, accused of fatal Thursday stabbing on Francis Court, was taken into custody on Aug. 4 for home detention violation, then released following day before being fitted with monitor ## [Stop Hitting Snooze on the “EdTech” Problem (Emily Cherkin and Agnes Derrendinger)](https://larrycuban.wordpress.com/2026/08/09/stop-hitting-snooze-on-the-edtech-problem-emily-cherkin/) _2026-08-09 · larrycuban · Larry Cuban on School Reform and Classroom Practice_ Emily Cherkin, M.Ed., is a nationally recognized consultant who takes a tech-intentional approach to addressing screentime challenges. A former middle school teacher, she has been featured for her work in the New York Times, the Washington Post, on the Today Continue reading ## [Preparation for autumn’s opportunities](https://www.swnews4u.com/outdoor-column/preparation-for-autumns-opportunities/) _2026-08-07 · Jerry Davis, Columnist · SW News 4 U_ Being prepared is good assurance for successful autumn hunting and gathering seasons, many beginning September 12. Others start earlier when the hickory nuts have fallen, ginseng digging is legal, leaves have begun to paint new, pretty pigments, and teal begin to migrate. ## [EDITORIAL: Cleaning Up Reisman’s ‘Messies.’ The False Reporting on Pippin’s Mortgage.](https://thomasaugustus.substack.com/p/editorial-cleaning-up-reismans-messies) _2026-08-06 · Thomas Augustus · The Sunshine Journal_ More on RN license. Why would the TC Palm permit such inaccurate reporting of basic knowledge? ## [Thousands gather in Marquette Park to honor the the Chicago Freedom Movement, renew calls for justice](https://www.chicagoreporter.com/thousands-gather-in-marquette-park-to-honor-the-the-chicago-freedom-movement-renew-calls-for-justice/) _2026-08-06 · Jack Austin · The Chicago Reporter_ Thousands marched on Saturday, August 1, as part of a multi-faith, multicultural procession commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Chicago Freedom Movement. Led by the Inner-City Muslim Action Network (IMAN), the event welcomed community members, socialist organizations and religious leaders for musical performances, speeches and a march from 63rd Street and Kedzie Avenue to Marquette \[…\] The…