FULL SPEECH: Barack Obama christens new presidential center with stirring speech
Former President Barack Obama delivered remarks Thursday at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center on Chicago's South Side
Former President Barack Obama delivered remarks Thursday at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center on Chicago's South Side
Michelle Obama’s praises move Barack Obama to tears during reflection on presidency
Michelle Obama honors her husband's White House legacy in moving tribute.
Michelle Obama honors her husband's White House legacy in moving tribute.
Missing child, 7, found dead in Chicago-area pond
A 7-year-old child died Wednesday evening after being pulled unresponsive from a neighborhood retention pond in Lake in the Hills.
A 7-year-old child died Wednesday evening after being pulled unresponsive from a neighborhood retention pond in Lake in the Hills.
35 things to do in Chicago Juneteenth Weekend
Chicago is packed June 19-21 with major events including the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, Black Yacht Weekend, Chicago Pride Fest, Taste of Randolph, the Gold Coast Art Fair and a slate of Juneteenth celebrations.
Chicago is packed June 19-21 with major events including the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, Black Yacht Weekend, Chicago Pride Fest, Taste of Randolph, the Gold Coast Art Fair and a slate of Juneteenth celebrations.
Full remarks: Michelle Obama delivers tear-jerking speech at grand opening of Obama Center
Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered an emotional speech at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered an emotional speech at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
'How y'all like my tan suit?': Longtime friend pokes fun at Obamas over viral fashion choice
Obama Foundation Board Chair Martin Nesbitt speaks on his joy for longtime friends Barack and Michelle Obama, along with his thoughts on the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Obama Foundation Board Chair Martin Nesbitt speaks on his joy for longtime friends Barack and Michelle Obama, along with his thoughts on the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
John Legend recalls meeting Obama before his presidential run
John Legend reflected on meeting Barack Obama nearly 20 years ago, sharing a story from before Obama launched his historic run for president.
John Legend reflected on meeting Barack Obama nearly 20 years ago, sharing a story from before Obama launched his historic run for president.
Obama Foundation CEO calls opening of the Obama Presidential Center 'a day for hope'
As the Obama Presidential Center opens its doors, Obama Foundation CEO Valerie Jarrett speaks about what this moment means for not only her, but the world.
As the Obama Presidential Center opens its doors, Obama Foundation CEO Valerie Jarrett speaks about what this moment means for not only her, but the world.
Illinois Tollway proposes toll hike to fund $26.5 billion road program
Illinois drivers could soon pay more at tolls under a proposed $26.5 billion transportation plan. Here's what we know.
Illinois drivers could soon pay more at tolls under a proposed $26.5 billion transportation plan. Here's what we know.
Limited stair access in affordable housing raises safety concerns
Ald. Matt Martin (47th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss affordable housing and efforts to address safety concerns
Ald. Matt Martin (47th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss affordable housing and efforts to address safety concerns
Former presidents arrive at the Obama Presidential Center opening ceremony
Former U.S. presidents and their families mark a historic gathering at the new landmark honoring President Barack Obama’s legacy.
Former U.S. presidents and their families mark a historic gathering at the new landmark honoring President Barack Obama’s legacy.
Tom Dreesen, veteran stand-up comic, Dies at 86
Tom Dreesen, a veteran stand-up comic, performed as an opening act for Frank Sinatra and appeared in various film and television shows, including “Columbo," “Murder, She Wrote," and “Spaceballs."
Tom Dreesen, a veteran stand-up comic, performed as an opening act for Frank Sinatra and appeared in various film and television shows, including “Columbo," “Murder, She Wrote," and “Spaceballs."
US Supreme Court: Case rulings to be decided soon, birthright citizenship the most anticipated
The Supreme Court is expected to hand down decisions on a long list of outstanding items. North Central College professor Stephen Caliendo explains what could happen next.
The Supreme Court is expected to hand down decisions on a long list of outstanding items. North Central College professor Stephen Caliendo explains what could happen next.
Obama Presidential Center: Rev. Al Sharpton on what it means for the nation
Rev. Al Sharpton discusses what the Obama Presidential Center means not only for Chicago, but for the nation and future generations of leaders.
Rev. Al Sharpton discusses what the Obama Presidential Center means not only for Chicago, but for the nation and future generations of leaders.
Cook County crime: 3 arrested in separate cases; stolen merchandise worth $300K recovered
Three arrests, two gun cases and a $300,000 stolen merchandise recovery are part of several recent Cook County Sheriff's Police investigations.
Three arrests, two gun cases and a $300,000 stolen merchandise recovery are part of several recent Cook County Sheriff's Police investigations.
Obama Presidential Center: More than just a campus for South Side Chicagoans
The Obama Presidential Center is more than a museum campus to South Side Chicagoans, it's a landmark of opportunity and hope.
The Obama Presidential Center is more than a museum campus to South Side Chicagoans, it's a landmark of opportunity and hope.
Obama Presidential Center: Chicagoans line up for the official grand opening watch party
The Obama Presidential Center’s private grand opening kicks off today, and Chicagoans are up early and in line for the official watch party.
The Obama Presidential Center’s private grand opening kicks off today, and Chicagoans are up early and in line for the official watch party.
White House UFC Freedom 250 attack plot: Alleged ringleader was in US illegally, DHS says
Federal officials say Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, identified in court documents as the alleged ringleader of a plot to attack the White House UFC event this past weekend, was in the country illegally after overstaying a visa, according to information from Fox News Digital.
Federal officials say Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, identified in court documents as the alleged ringleader of a plot to attack the White House UFC event this past weekend, was in the country illegally after overstaying a visa, according to information from Fox News Digital.
'Elf' actor Faizon Love arrested in Hillsborough County: Records
Actor Faizon Love is locked up in Florida after local authorities arrested him this week on an outstanding warrant, according to jail records.
Actor Faizon Love is locked up in Florida after local authorities arrested him this week on an outstanding warrant, according to jail records.
Cure for certain cancers is ‘realistic’ goal in next decade, pharma lead says
A cure for cancer could be on the horizon in the next decade, according to experts.
A cure for cancer could be on the horizon in the next decade, according to experts.