Chicago DNC: Officials release security plans ahead of convention
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A news conference was held Thursday afternoon to discuss security plans for the Democratic National Convention taking place in August.

Chicago DNC security preparations to be announced today
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Top Chicago and federal law enforcement officials will lay out safety plans Thursday for the Democratic National Convention taking place next month.

Chicago prepares for influx of migrants ahead of Democratic National Convention

As Chicago prepares for next month's historic Democratic National Convention, city officials are also bracing for a potential influx of migrants from the southern border.

Cook County to open additional court facility for possible 'multiple arrests' during DNC

The Circuit Court of Cook County will open an additional temporary court facility in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) scheduled to take place in Chicago in mid-August.

Democrats rally around Vice President Kamala Harris
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After President Joe Biden said he would not seek reelection he put his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris and many fellow Democrats followed his lead.

What is an open convention? Here’s what may happen if there’s no set nominee before DNC

Vice President Kamala Harris received an endorsement from President Joe Biden after he exited the race, but it doesn’t mean Harris will automatically be the Democratic nominee for president, and here’s why.

Illinois governor yet to endorse Kamala Harris
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After President Joe Biden dropped out of the race, many Democratic leaders were quick to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris. J.B. Pritzker, one of the many potential nominees, has yet to put his support behind her.

Biden withdraws from presidential race less than a month from Chicago DNC
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President Biden's shocking decision not to seek reelection comes just weeks before Democrats gather in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention. If the party does not formally decide on a nominee before the convention, this would be the first open DNC since 1968.

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.

Political analyst surmises what's next for President Biden
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Political analyst Thom Serafin breaks down the first half of the Republican National Convention and weighs in on what's next for President Joe Biden ahead of the Democratic National Convention.

Chicago's top cop outlines DNC security preps after Trump rally shooting

Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling held a news conference Monday afternoon to discuss security measures and preparations for the upcoming 2024 Democratic National Convention.

Expert weighs in on security efforts at Trump rally, RNC
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The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump has raised a lot of questions, specifically about security measures in place at political events. Former Secret Service member and founder of Lake Forest Group security, G. Michael Verden, unpacks more details about the rally shooting and upcoming RNC security efforts.

Chicago police heighten security for DNC after Trump rally shooting

The Chicago Police Department is monitoring the situation in Pennsylvania after former President Trump was shot at a campaign rally as it prepares for the Democratic National Convention.

All eyes shift to Chicago ahead of the Democratic National Convention
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G. Michael Verden from The Lake Forest Group talks about the importance of public safety at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

Chicago DNC 2024: Content creators can apply for credentials

The 2024 Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) is opening a credential request process that would allow content creators to have access to key spaces across the United Center during the four-day convention.