Overview

• The firearm was detected during standard entry screening at the Near West Side campus and immediately secured before it could enter the building.
• Chicago police responded around 8:13 a.m., took a student into custody, and said charges were pending.
• Principal Rickey F. Harris reported no threats or injuries and credited the school’s security team for quick action.
• Officials said the case is being handled under Chicago Public Schools policies, with no identifying details released due to privacy rules.
• CPD said it would provide additional safety support at the 3:15 p.m. dismissal as most CPS students returned for the first day of classes.