CPS fired her. Now she wants to be board president.
A former principal fired by Chicago Public Schools is running for president of the city's first fully elected school board. The report also covers local city council news, historic preservation efforts, and recent Chicago sports results.
Good morning, Chicago. ✶🔎 Below: Our investigation into the firing of a former principal now running for president of Chicago's first-ever fully elected school board.🗞️ Plus: A City Council recap, the push to save a mansion built by Mrs. O'Leary's son, a new era for Chicago's candy legacy and more news you need to know.📝 Keeping score: The Cubs fell to the Marlins, 3-2; the White Sox lost to the Royals, 5-4.🌤️ Today's weather: Partly sunny with a high near 68.📧 Subscribe: Get our morning…
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