City Colleges of Chicago Faculty Union Sets October 19 Strike Deadline Amid Contract Dispute

The Cook County College Teachers Union, representing faculty and staff at City Colleges of Chicago, has announced an October 19 strike deadline. This action follows the expiration of their contracts on July 15 and a 96% strike authorization vote. Key demands include control over AI in classrooms, smaller class sizes, and equitable treatment for part-time staff, potentially impacting thousands of students.