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Negotiations between city and Chicago teachers union to continue into weekend
CNN
Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez said in a statement Friday bargaining sessions between city officials and the teachers union on a return to the classroom remain productive but "must be concluded" this weekend.
The school system, which has canceled classes since Wednesday, said it hoped to have in-person learning again Monday.
"CPS is committed to working toward an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union throughout the weekend, and we are dedicated to working day and night so we can get our students back to school next week, hopefully on Monday," the statement said. "We know families need to plan ahead and we will be sending additional communication over the weekend with a status update regarding classes on Monday."