A school mascot is more than just a fun character; it serves as a powerful symbol of school spirit and community pride. This ...

According to legislators, 90 schools throughout the state use these references and will be required make the switch.

HB1237, which would ban schools from using Native American team names, mascots, and imagery advanced following a 71-40 vote.

The bill points out specific mascots and names like “Redskins, Braves, Chiefs, Chieftains, Tribe, Indians, or any synonymous ...

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois K-12 schools may soon be required to pick new mascots to replace those that reference Native American ...

The Illinois House of Representatives passed House Bill 1237, which prohibits K-12 schools from using a Native American name, ...

We’ve been doing this right for a long time, let us continue that opportunity,” one metro-east superintendent said.

The Illinois House of Representatives passes a bill that prohibits K-12 schools in the state from using a Native American ...

The Illinois House on Thursday passed a bill that would ban schools from using Native American names, mascots, or logos.

Following Saturday’s NRL game between Souths and Cronulla, a young boy Benji and his mates — who were wearing Sharks jerseys – saw the mascot walking towards them and were hoping to get a ...

A sign outside of Freeburg Community High School with the subtext “home of the Mighty Midgets.” The school’s mascot has been a source of controversy and media attention for years.