Obama Presidential Center opens to public as Juneteenth celebrations unfold nationwide
The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public on Juneteenth, linking a new presidential legacy project with a national day of reflection and celebration.
The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public on Juneteenth, linking a new presidential legacy project with a national day of reflection and celebration.
Obama Presidential Center brings traffic concerns for South Side residents
With the Obama Presidential Center opening to the public today, concerns are growing about the impact it will have on South Side traffic. Ald. Desmon Yancy (5th) discusses what residents can expect.
With the Obama Presidential Center opening to the public today, concerns are growing about the impact it will have on South Side traffic. Ald. Desmon Yancy (5th) discusses what residents can expect.
Chicago man accused of killing wife on wedding night returned to US after arrest in Mexico
More than a decade after he was accused of killing his wife on their wedding night, Arnoldo Jimenez has been returned to the United States from Mexico.
More than a decade after he was accused of killing his wife on their wedding night, Arnoldo Jimenez has been returned to the United States from Mexico.
Chicago Pride Fest celebrates 25 years with weekend of music, community and celebration
Chicago's Pride Fest returns this weekend for its 25th anniversary, bringing thousands to Northalsted for live entertainment, community events and a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride and inclusion.
Chicago's Pride Fest returns this weekend for its 25th anniversary, bringing thousands to Northalsted for live entertainment, community events and a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride and inclusion.
What we know as fire tears through Chicago restaurant on West Side
Thick smoke could be seen for miles as firefighters battled a large building fire on Chicago's West Side Friday morning.
Thick smoke could be seen for miles as firefighters battled a large building fire on Chicago's West Side Friday morning.
Large fire tears through Jay's Backyard BBQ on Chicago's West Side
Thick smoke could be seen for miles as firefighters battled a large restaurant fire on Chicago's West Side Friday morning.
Thick smoke could be seen for miles as firefighters battled a large restaurant fire on Chicago's West Side Friday morning.
Chicago crime overnight: Teen killed in South Side shooting; man wounded in West Side drive-by
A 14-year-old boy was killed and a man was wounded in separate overnight shootings on Chicago's South and West sides.
A 14-year-old boy was killed and a man was wounded in separate overnight shootings on Chicago's South and West sides.
Chicago weather: Dry through Saturday, rain likely on Father's Day
Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts. Dry weather sticks around through Saturday before a cooler, wetter pattern moves in. Father's Day plans may need a backup option.
Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts. Dry weather sticks around through Saturday before a cooler, wetter pattern moves in. Father's Day plans may need a backup option.
Man accused of burning cross in Chicago's Grant Park released from custody
A 21-year-old man charged with burning a cross in Grant Park last week has been granted pretrial release.
A 21-year-old man charged with burning a cross in Grant Park last week has been granted pretrial release.
Chicago weather: Sunny Friday before evening rain returns
Chicago will see a cool, quiet night and sunny Friday, with rain arriving Friday night, a pleasant Saturday, and a cooler, potentially soggy Father's Day before mostly dry, below-average temperatures continue next week.
Chicago will see a cool, quiet night and sunny Friday, with rain arriving Friday night, a pleasant Saturday, and a cooler, potentially soggy Father's Day before mostly dry, below-average temperatures continue next week.
Looking back at Obama's presidency | The Chicago Report
Joining us is Alain Sanders, professor emeritus of political science at St. Peter's University, former Time Magazine senior reporter and a longtime political analyst, to shed light on Barack Obama's presidency.
Joining us is Alain Sanders, professor emeritus of political science at St. Peter's University, former Time Magazine senior reporter and a longtime political analyst, to shed light on Barack Obama's presidency.
Pride Fest in Chicago returns Saturday
Pride Fest is back in Chicago this weekend and there is a whole lot of fun to be had. Music, food, performances and so much more. Joining us is Mark Liberson, the festival chairperson of Pride Fest and two performers, Miz Cracker and the Vixen.
Pride Fest is back in Chicago this weekend and there is a whole lot of fun to be had. Music, food, performances and so much more. Joining us is Mark Liberson, the festival chairperson of Pride Fest and two performers, Miz Cracker and the Vixen.
Andersonville breaks ground on new pedestrian plaza named after transgender rights activist Elise Malary
Andersonville is set to receive its first-ever pedestrian plaza, named after transgender rights activist Elise Malary, whose body was found in Lake Michigan in 2022.
Andersonville is set to receive its first-ever pedestrian plaza, named after transgender rights activist Elise Malary, whose body was found in Lake Michigan in 2022.
Speeches, songs and celebrities mark grand opening of Obama Presidential Center
The grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center was punctuated by a pair of powerful speeches by Barack and Michele Obama.
The grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center was punctuated by a pair of powerful speeches by Barack and Michele Obama.
Man accused of burning cross in Chicago's Grant Park released from custody
A 21-year-old man has been charged after burning a cross in Grant Park last week, according to Chicago Police.
A 21-year-old man has been charged after burning a cross in Grant Park last week, according to Chicago Police.
New University of Chicago study links CPS school closures to increased shootings | ChicagoLIVE
Researchers have found a link between increased shootings near closed Chicago Public Schools on the city’s South and West sides. Thomas Statchen joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the study’s findings.
Researchers have found a link between increased shootings near closed Chicago Public Schools on the city’s South and West sides. Thomas Statchen joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the study’s findings.
Barack Obama full speech at opening of Obama Presidential Center
Former President Barack Obama delivering a half-hour-long speech on Thursday to mark the opening of his new presidential center on Chicago's South Side.
Former President Barack Obama delivering a half-hour-long speech on Thursday to mark the opening of his new presidential center on Chicago's South Side.
How to protect your animals from screwworm parasites | ChicagoLIVE
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
Chicago's social media tax is surpassing expectations, raising $16.4M in its first 4 months | ChicagoLIVE
Mayor Brandon Johnson is celebrating an early win as Chicago’s new social media tax has generated $16.4 million in just four months since its launch. Jung Yoon, chief of policy for Mayor Johnson, breaks down its immediate success.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is celebrating an early win as Chicago’s new social media tax has generated $16.4 million in just four months since its launch. Jung Yoon, chief of policy for Mayor Johnson, breaks down its immediate success.
Stevie Wonder tells story of meeting Barack Obama for the first time
At the end of the Obama Presidential Center grand opening, Stevie Wonder talks about meeting Barack Obama for the first time.
At the end of the Obama Presidential Center grand opening, Stevie Wonder talks about meeting Barack Obama for the first time.