New community space opens in Bronzeville
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New community space opens in Bronzeville

A new community space is breathing fresh life into Chicago's historic Bronzeville neighborhood.

A new community space is breathing fresh life into Chicago's historic Bronzeville neighborhood.

CTA opens new Damen Green Line station ahead of DNC
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CTA opens new Damen Green Line station ahead of DNC

Mayor Brandon Johnson celebrated the grand opening of the new Damen Green Line station in the city's Near West Side on Monday. The station opened in time to provide transportation during DNC beginning on Aug. 19.

Mayor Brandon Johnson celebrated the grand opening of the new Damen Green Line station in the city's Near West Side on Monday. The station opened in time to provide transportation during DNC beginning on Aug. 19.

Damen Green Line Station opens on Chicago's Near West Side

Damen Green Line Station opens on Chicago's Near West Side

A ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Damen Green Line station celebrated the end of a decades-long journey to enhance transit opportunities on the Near West Side.

A ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Damen Green Line station celebrated the end of a decades-long journey to enhance transit opportunities on the Near West Side.

'Take Back the Block': Chicago mayor attends community safety event
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'Take Back the Block': Chicago mayor attends community safety event

Mayor Brandon Johnson hosted the fourth 'Take Back the Block' event on Friday in the city's Auburn Gresham neighborhood. The events aim to promote peace within city neighborhoods during the summer.

Mayor Brandon Johnson hosted the fourth 'Take Back the Block' event on Friday in the city's Auburn Gresham neighborhood. The events aim to promote peace within city neighborhoods during the summer.

Chicago mayor slams Trump in speech on first night of NABJ Convention

Chicago mayor slams Trump in speech on first night of NABJ Convention

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed journalists on the opening night of the National Association of Black Journalists Convention, but it wasn't without some edgy comments aimed at former President Donald Trump.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed journalists on the opening night of the National Association of Black Journalists Convention, but it wasn't without some edgy comments aimed at former President Donald Trump.

Suburb adopts ShotSpotter as Chicago phases it out
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Suburb adopts ShotSpotter as Chicago phases it out

While ShotSpotter?s days are numbered in Chicago, a neighboring suburb is preparing to implement the gunshot detection system.

While ShotSpotter?s days are numbered in Chicago, a neighboring suburb is preparing to implement the gunshot detection system.

Annual 'Say No to Drugs and Violence' Parade held Saturday morning
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Annual 'Say No to Drugs and Violence' Parade held Saturday morning

The annual "Say No to Drugs and Violence" Parade took place Saturday morning, starting at the Healing Temple Church on West Chicago Avenue. Many lawmakers took part in the event and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was also in attendance.

The annual "Say No to Drugs and Violence" Parade took place Saturday morning, starting at the Healing Temple Church on West Chicago Avenue. Many lawmakers took part in the event and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was also in attendance.

Chicago DNC 2024 security measures announced by Secret Service, CPD
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Chicago DNC 2024 security measures announced by Secret Service, CPD

Top Chicago and federal law enforcement officials laid out safety plans Thursday for the Democratic National Convention taking place next month.

Top Chicago and federal law enforcement officials laid out safety plans Thursday for the Democratic National Convention taking place next month.

Chicago DNC 2024 security measures announced by Secret Service, CPD

Chicago DNC 2024 security measures announced by Secret Service, CPD

Top Chicago and federal law enforcement officials will lay out safety plans Thursday for the Democratic National Convention taking place next month.

Top Chicago and federal law enforcement officials will lay out safety plans Thursday for the Democratic National Convention taking place next month.

Mayor Johnson kicks off Chicago Tech Week
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Mayor Johnson kicks off Chicago Tech Week

'TechChicago' is a week-long event that highlights the field of technology, showcasing the unique culture and opportunities available in the city. Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke at Monday's opening events.

'TechChicago' is a week-long event that highlights the field of technology, showcasing the unique culture and opportunities available in the city. Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke at Monday's opening events.

Illinois Democrats praise Biden, split on endorsing Harris

Illinois Democrats praise Biden, split on endorsing Harris

Prominent Illinois Democrats praised President Joe Biden's decision to step aside, citing concerns about his age and election viability.

Prominent Illinois Democrats praised President Joe Biden's decision to step aside, citing concerns about his age and election viability.

Chicago City Council passes ordinance against 'hate littering'

Chicago City Council passes ordinance against 'hate littering'

The Chicago City Council has approved a new hate crime ordinance that makes “hate littering" a fineable offense.

The Chicago City Council has approved a new hate crime ordinance that makes “hate littering" a fineable offense.

Chicago mayor asked about DNC security in wake of Trump assassination attempt
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Chicago mayor asked about DNC security in wake of Trump assassination attempt

Following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was asked about security preparations for the Democratic National Convention in August.

Following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was asked about security preparations for the Democratic National Convention in August.