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Hope Academy aims for Class 1A glory

No area school has won a Class 1A title since Hampshire in 1979, and no West Side program — public…

Chicago Sun-Times

Tomasz Oleszak: Boy, 14, charged with murder after ‘much loved’ teenager stabbed to death

Fourteen year-old boy had been charged with murder, attempted wounding with intent and having a bladed article in public

The Independent UK

Man City fan banned from games for THREE YEARS after throwing flare on pitch during Premier League title decider

Oliver Halliwell, 20, told police "the euphoria got the better of him" after the Blues went 3-2 up against Aston…

Manchester Evening News

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Woman to sue CPS after rape case dropped over sexsomnia claims

Prosecutors admit error after Jade McCrossen-Nethercott was accused of having rare sleep condition

The Guardian - UK

Chris Kaba's family share tearful hug as new details of night he died emerge at inquest

Chris Kaba was shot dead by police in Streatham Hill, south London, on September 5, and today his grieving family…

Daily Mirror

Trial date set for former F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone over £400m fraud charge

The 91-year-old is accused of a single count of fraud by false representation.

The Independent UK

Former Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone due in court on fraud charge

The 91-year-old is expected to attend Southwark Crown Court on Tuesday morning to formally enter a plea.

The Independent UK

Dilemma Between Pregnant Women Who Need Medical Marijuana And Child Protective Services

In Michigan, where medical and adult-use marijuana has been legal since 2008 and 2018, respectively pregnant women who consume cannabis to treat…

Benzinga

We must support immigrant children in Chicago schools

These newcomers are a blessing and an opportunity for a district struggling with declining enrollment. CPS, the mayor, school administrators…

Chicago Sun-Times

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Ex-cop who exposed Jimmy Savile working to bring down another ‘very significant’ sex offender

Mark Williams-Thomas revealed Savile to be a prolific abuser in a 2012 documentary and now says he is trying to…

Daily Record

19 players, five assistant coaches suspended by CPS after Kenwood-Morgan Park postgame fight

Chicago Public Schools announced the final punishments for Kenwood and Morgan Park’s football teams on Thursday. The teams had a…

Chicago Sun-Times

Draft Victims Bill won’t achieve government’s aims, says justice committee

New funding is ‘essential’ to make proposals possible, Committee chair says

The Independent UK

Harry Dunn’s alleged killer may have to return to Britain for next court hearing

Anne Sacoolas appeared before Westminster magistrates by videolink to face charges of causing teenager’s death by dangerous driving

The Telegraph

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CPS drops to fourth-largest school district in nation

Chicago Public Schools — at 322,000 students this year — now trails Miami-Dade County Public Schools in Florida, which saw…

Chicago Sun-Times

Southwest Side represents strong investment for Chicago schools and our city

CPS should recognize that enrollment is growing on the Southwest Side, and right-size its budget to include more funding for…

Chicago Sun-Times

CPS advances plans for Near South high school despite opposition, threat to withhold state funding

CPS leaders said teens travel far for school now, and population growth justifies the school. Opponents said the plan is…

Chicago Sun-Times

Human rights protections were no defence to ‘violent’ Colston statue toppling REDIRECTED

The Court of Appeal has given a ruling on legal issues arising out of the prosecution of the so-called Colston…

The Independent UK

Sarah Everard vigil: Fifth person cleared of breaking Covid restrictions

Ben Wheeler, 22, was accused of breaching Covid regulations on March 13 last year

Evening Standard

I’m opposed to the Near South High School plan — here’s why

The way in which the mayor and CPS are pushing forward with this current, controversial and problematic proposal is troubling.…

Chicago Sun-Times

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Lawmaker to block $50M for Near South Side high school until Lightfoot, CPS address community concerns

State Rep. Theresa Mah had been among the strongest backers of the idea to build a new high school. But…

Chicago Sun-Times

Top CPS officials privately warned a new Near South school could undermine neighboring schools, harm Black students

While Mayor Lori Lightfoot has touted the new school to serve Chinatown and other neighborhoods, CPS alumni and even staff…

Chicago Sun-Times

Case of Harry Dunn’s alleged killer to be heard at UK court for first time

Anne Sacoolas’s case will be heard at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Primary school teacher who sexually abused young girls brought to justice 'yet again'

The Crown Prosecution Service said Ellis had been brought to justice 'yet again'

Liverpool Echo

Kenwood vs. Morgan Park high school football game ends with 18-20 players ejected after post-game fight

Multiple fights broke out all over the field as Chicago Public Schools security and coaches and administrators from both schools…

Chicago Sun-Times

Military police officer caught with indecent images of children avoids jail

Andrew Stevenson must perform 200 hours of unpaid work

The Independent UK