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FULL SPEECH: Barack Obama christens new presidential center with stirring speech

June 18, 2026 2:17pm CDT

Former President Barack Obama delivered remarks Thursday at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center on Chicago's South Side

Full remarks: Michelle Obama delivers tear-jerking speech at grand opening of Obama Center

June 18, 2026 1:19pm CDT

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

June 18, 2026 12:52pm CDT

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

June 18, 2026 12:28pm CDT

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'

June 18, 2026 12:21pm CDT

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.

Obama Presidential Center: Rep. La Shawn K. Ford thinks it is a 'way to uplift all of Chicago'

June 18, 2026 11:47am CDT

With the Obama Presidential Center grand opening underway, we hear from Rep. La Shawn K. Ford on what this means for Chicago.

Limited stair access in affordable housing raises safety concerns

June 18, 2026 11:42am CDT

Ald. Matt Martin (47th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss affordable housing and efforts to address safety concerns

Obama Presidential Center: Rev. Al Sharpton on what it means for the nation

June 18, 2026 11:11am CDT

Rev. Al Sharpton discusses what the Obama Presidential Center means not only for Chicago, but for the nation and future generations of leaders. 

Obama Presidential Center: More than just a campus for South Side Chicagoans

June 18, 2026 10:43am CDT

The Obama Presidential Center is more than a museum campus to South Side Chicagoans, it's a landmark of opportunity and hope.

'It means the world': Congresswomen reflect on Obama Presidential Center grand opening

June 18, 2026 10:41am CDT

The guest list for the Obama President Center's grand opening ceremony is stacked. Among those are Rep. Robin Kelly and Rep. Terri Sewell who speak with Fox Chicago's Anita Blanton on their history with the Obamas.

White House history expert says Obama Presidential Center will 'spur on next generation'

June 18, 2026 10:18am CDT

The Obama Presidential Center grand opening is underway. White House Historical Association president Stewart McLaurin shares his thoughts on how the center will impact Obama's legacy.

Obama Presidential Center: Chicagoans line up for the official grand opening watch party

June 18, 2026 10:15am CDT

The Obama Presidential Center’s private grand opening kicks off today, and Chicagoans are up early and in line for the official watch party.

Obama Foundation explains why presidential center is opening on Juneteenth

June 18, 2026 7:33am CDT

John Roberson of the Obama Foundation spoke with FOX Chicago about the significance of the Obama Presidential Center opening on Juneteenth.

Chicago's Obama Presidential Center opens with star-studded dedication ceremony

June 18, 2026 6:33am CDT

Barack Obama is celebrating the opening of his presidential center in Chicago today with Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Bono and three former presidents.