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Chicago Teachers Union Rallies For "Green Schools," Upgrades Such As Lead Pipe Replacement

The demand for "green schools" includes upgrades such as replacing lead pipes.

(Jermont Terry and Jacob Sarracino, CBS Chicago)

November 13, 2024

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Members of the Chicago Teachers Union Tuesday night—demanding that the Chicago Public Schools do more to make old buildings safer.

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This happened as the union and CPS continued to iron out their contract.

A passionate crowd of mostly CTU members held the rally Tuesday. They stood outside the Chicago Public Schools Central Office, 42 W. Madison St., demanding greener schools in Chicago.

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