Article Photos: Sides dig in as Chicago teachers strike looms



Chicago Teachers Union members picket prior to a Chicago Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2012 in Chicago. The union called for fair contracts with higher pay for its teachers. (AP Photo/Sitthixay Ditthavong)

Chicago Teachers Union members picket prior to a Chicago Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2012 in Chicago. The union called for fair contracts with higher pay for its teachers. (AP Photo/Sitthixay Ditthavong)