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Chicago-area schools and libraries close as extreme cold hits
Dozens of schools, libraries, museums, and local businesses across the Chicago area closed Friday as extreme cold grips northeastern Illinois. The region is under an Extreme Cold Warning, with wind chills expected to drop as low as -35 degrees, creating dangerous conditions for travel and outdoor activity. Public safety officials have urged residents to remain indoors and avoid exposure to the frigid temperatures whenever possible. More than 100 schools, including the city’s largest
Chicago-area schools and libraries close as extreme cold hits
Dozens of schools, libraries, museums, and local businesses across the Chicago area closed Friday as extreme cold grips northeastern Illinois. The region is under an Extreme Cold Warning, with wind chills expected to drop as low as -35 degrees, creating dangerous conditions for travel and outdoor activity. Public safety officials have urged residents to remain indoors and avoid exposure to the frigid temperatures whenever possible. More than 100 schools, including the city’s largest
Atmospheric river brings heavy rain, strong winds and disruptions across Bay Area
An atmospheric river moved into the Bay Area late Wednesday and continued through Thursday, delivering a powerful surge of rain and strong winds that disrupted travel, caused flooding concerns and led to isolated property damage and school closures. The storm system, which forecasters had been tracking earlier in the week, arrived with enough intensity to prompt weather advisories across all nine Bay Area counties as residents faced the first significant rainfall event of the season.
Atmospheric river brings heavy rain, strong winds and disruptions across Bay Area
An atmospheric river moved into the Bay Area late Wednesday and continued through Thursday, delivering a powerful surge of rain and strong winds that disrupted travel, caused flooding concerns and led to isolated property damage and school closures. The storm system, which forecasters had been tracking earlier in the week, arrived with enough intensity to prompt weather advisories across all nine Bay Area counties as residents faced the first significant rainfall event of the season.
Heavy snow hits Illinois and Indiana as winter storm causes travel chaos
A powerful early-season winter storm brought heavy lake effect snow to parts of northeastern Illinois and northwest Indiana on Monday, causing significant travel disruptions, hazardous driving conditions, and widespread school closures. The unseasonal snowfall, which arrived in the middle of fall, blanketed some communities with more than a foot of snow while leaving others with little more than a dusting. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), a winter storm warni
Heavy snow hits Illinois and Indiana as winter storm causes travel chaos
A powerful early-season winter storm brought heavy lake effect snow to parts of northeastern Illinois and northwest Indiana on Monday, causing significant travel disruptions, hazardous driving conditions, and widespread school closures. The unseasonal snowfall, which arrived in the middle of fall, blanketed some communities with more than a foot of snow while leaving others with little more than a dusting. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), a winter storm warni
District Removes Three Schools From Closure Plan, Adjusts Timeline
The district has revised its proposed plan to close several schools, confirming that three campuses—Palm Elementary, Bryker Woods Elementary, and Maplewood Elementary—will no longer be part of the closure list. The announcement came through a letter dated November 4 from Superintendent Matias Segura to the community, explaining the decision to modify the timeline and focus. The superintendent emphasized that while the closure list has changed, the district remains committed to its long-term
District Removes Three Schools From Closure Plan, Adjusts Timeline
The district has revised its proposed plan to close several schools, confirming that three campuses—Palm Elementary, Bryker Woods Elementary, and Maplewood Elementary—will no longer be part of the closure list. The announcement came through a letter dated November 4 from Superintendent Matias Segura to the community, explaining the decision to modify the timeline and focus. The superintendent emphasized that while the closure list has changed, the district remains committed to its long-term
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD considers school closures amid budget shortfall
The Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District (GCISD) in Texas is evaluating the potential closure of multiple elementary schools as it grapples with a significant budget shortfall and a steady decline in student enrollment. District officials confirmed that two to three schools could be affected, triggering concern among parents and community members who fear their neighborhood schools may soon be shuttered. According to GCISD, the discussion is still in the early stages, a
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD considers school closures amid budget shortfall
The Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District (GCISD) in Texas is evaluating the potential closure of multiple elementary schools as it grapples with a significant budget shortfall and a steady decline in student enrollment. District officials confirmed that two to three schools could be affected, triggering concern among parents and community members who fear their neighborhood schools may soon be shuttered. According to GCISD, the discussion is still in the early stages, a
Austin ISD faces $19.7 million deficit and possible TEA takeover amid school closures
Austin, Texas — The Austin Independent School District (AISD) is confronting a budget deficit exceeding $19.7 million and the looming possibility of state intervention if it fails to stabilize its finances and improve underperforming campuses. While no final decisions have been made, district officials have begun a series of public meetings to address community concerns, explain their financial situation, and present a preliminary plan aimed at long-term sustainability. The distri
Austin ISD faces $19.7 million deficit and possible TEA takeover amid school closures
Austin, Texas — The Austin Independent School District (AISD) is confronting a budget deficit exceeding $19.7 million and the looming possibility of state intervention if it fails to stabilize its finances and improve underperforming campuses. While no final decisions have been made, district officials have begun a series of public meetings to address community concerns, explain their financial situation, and present a preliminary plan aimed at long-term sustainability. The distri
Austin ISD announces plan to close 13 schools amid budget shortfall and enrollment drop
Austin Independent School District has unveiled a sweeping consolidation and boundary change proposal that could reshape public education in the city for years to come. Facing persistent enrollment decline, a multimillion-dollar budget shortfall, and accountability requirements, district leaders have laid out a plan that includes closing 13 schools, redrawing boundaries across nearly every campus, and repurposing several facilities to new academic programs. The plan, released Friday, immediately
Austin ISD announces plan to close 13 schools amid budget shortfall and enrollment drop
Austin Independent School District has unveiled a sweeping consolidation and boundary change proposal that could reshape public education in the city for years to come. Facing persistent enrollment decline, a multimillion-dollar budget shortfall, and accountability requirements, district leaders have laid out a plan that includes closing 13 schools, redrawing boundaries across nearly every campus, and repurposing several facilities to new academic programs. The plan, released Friday, immediately
Former Alum Rock Superintendent Claims Firing Tied to Questioning Reimbursements
A former superintendent of the Alum Rock Union School District in East San Jose is speaking out about what he describes as an abrupt and unjust firing. German Cerda, who was appointed to lead the district in September 2024 after the termination of his predecessor, said his dismissal on July 31 was the result of challenging board members over questionable reimbursements and improper use of district funds. Cerda’s tenure lasted less than a year, and he maint
Former Alum Rock Superintendent Claims Firing Tied to Questioning Reimbursements
A former superintendent of the Alum Rock Union School District in East San Jose is speaking out about what he describes as an abrupt and unjust firing. German Cerda, who was appointed to lead the district in September 2024 after the termination of his predecessor, said his dismissal on July 31 was the result of challenging board members over questionable reimbursements and improper use of district funds. Cerda’s tenure lasted less than a year, and he maint
Austin ISD Plans to Address School Closures, Boundary Changes Amid Budget Deficit
Austin Independent School District (ISD) is taking critical steps to address a multi-year budget deficit and ensure a more efficient education system. The district, which has faced deficits for three consecutive years, plans to close some schools, redraw attendance boundaries, and implement other realignment measures. The ultimate goal is to reduce $30 million from the district’s budget and streamline operations while preserving the quality of education.
Austin ISD Plans to Address School Closures, Boundary Changes Amid Budget Deficit
Austin Independent School District (ISD) is taking critical steps to address a multi-year budget deficit and ensure a more efficient education system. The district, which has faced deficits for three consecutive years, plans to close some schools, redraw attendance boundaries, and implement other realignment measures. The ultimate goal is to reduce $30 million from the district’s budget and streamline operations while preserving the quality of education.
Spring ISD School Year 2025-26: What You Need to Know About Enrollment, Changes, and Academic Performance
Spring Independent School District (ISD), located in northwest Harris County, kicks off the 2025-26 school year on August 12, 2025. Despite a slight enrollment decline of 345 students, the district remains an essential part of the local community, with a student population of 33,590 as reported by the Texas Education Agency. Student Demographics and Enrollment Trends
Spring ISD School Year 2025-26: What You Need to Know About Enrollment, Changes, and Academic Performance
Spring Independent School District (ISD), located in northwest Harris County, kicks off the 2025-26 school year on August 12, 2025. Despite a slight enrollment decline of 345 students, the district remains an essential part of the local community, with a student population of 33,590 as reported by the Texas Education Agency. Student Demographics and Enrollment Trends









