Biden to kick off first night of DNC in Chicago
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President Joe Biden will started off the Democratic National Convention with his speech Monday night. Here's what else you can expect from night one.

Protests shut down Chicago streets ahead of DNC
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Protesters gathered downtown Sunday night bringing attention to key issues like medical rights and the war in Gaza. More than 10,000 are expected to gather Monday morning at a pre-planned route near the United Center.

Aurora mayor announces bid for third term

Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin announced that he is running for a third term as mayor of the state’s second-largest city.

Hamas rejects latest hostage release - ceasefire deal
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As the U.S. attempts to get a peace agreement between Israel and Hamas, the latest hostage release - ceasefire deal was unsuccessful.

Aurora mayor announces bid for third term
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Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin announced that he is running for a third term as mayor of the state?s second-largest city.

Illinois National Guard deployed to assist Chicago police for DNC

With large numbers of protesters expected at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, the city’s police will receive assistance from the Illinois National Guard.

Activists protest in Chicago ahead of DNC, demanding action on key issues

As DNC delegates and thousands of journalists arrived in the city, the groups voiced their demands on LGBTQ liberation, abortion rights, and Palestinian issues.

Poor People's Army holds rally in Humboldt Park ahead of DNC
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The Poor People's Army is planning to march on Monday, but on Sunday, they got things kicked off with a rally in Humboldt Park.

Illinois National Guard deployed to assist Chicago police for DNC
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With large numbers of protesters expected at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, the city’s police will receive assistance from the Illinois National Guard.

Activists protest in Chicago ahead of DNC, demanding action on key issues
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On the eve of the Democratic National Convention, activists from the group "Bodies Outside of Unjust Laws," which includes various activist organizations, held a protest Sunday in downtown Chicago.

Protesters march in downtown Chicago ahead of DNC
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Protesters marched in downtown Chicago just one day before the start of the Democratic National Convention.

Harris and Walz make phone calls, rally volunteers on Pennsylvania bus tour before DNC in Chicago

Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Tim Walz embarked on a bus tour in southwestern Pennsylvania on Sunday, hoping to ride a wave of enthusiasm for her candidacy to their party's nominating convention in Chicago this week.

Chicago DNC 2024: Political expert details what to expect this week
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The Democratic National Convention is just around the corner. Professor of Political Science at North Central Collage Stephen Caliendo breaks down what we can expect from the four-day event.

DNC street closures continue through Friday
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Several more streets were closed Sunday as preparations for the Democratic National Convention continue on Chicago's Near West Side.

Chicago DNC 2024: Businesses taking extra precautions ahead of protests

With the Democratic National Convention set to begin on Monday, many businesses across Chicago have taken extra precautions to protect their properties amid concerns that protests could escalate.

'Not Another Bomb' rally held in Chicago calls for ceasefire in Gaza War
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The "Not Another Bomb" rally called for a ceasefire in Gaza and arms embargo for Israel on Saturday in Chicago. Volunteers were busy trying to get signatures just to get Vice President Kamala Harris