Remembering civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Chicago-based civil rights icon, political trailblazer, and lifelong advocate for equality who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and inspired generations with his call to “never look down on anybody unless you are helping him up," has died at 84.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Chicago-based civil rights icon, political trailblazer, and lifelong advocate for equality who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and inspired generations with his call to “never look down on anybody unless you are helping him up," has died at 84.
Chicago historian ‘Dilla’ Thomas reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson’s legacy | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago historian Shermann ‘Dilla’ Thomas shares stories of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s activism and leadership.
Chicago historian Shermann ‘Dilla’ Thomas shares stories of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s activism and leadership.
Avi Loeb joins alien debate after Obama’s viral comment sparks new questions | ChicagoLIVE
Harvard’s Avi Loeb joins the conversation as former President Obama’s remarks about extraterrestrial life go viral.
Harvard’s Avi Loeb joins the conversation as former President Obama’s remarks about extraterrestrial life go viral.
Bishop Tavis L. Grant honors legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson in decades of ministry and activism | ChicagoLIVE
Bishop Tavis L. Gant II reflects on the community advocacy and legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Bishop Tavis L. Gant II reflects on the community advocacy and legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Chicago interstates top U.S. truck congestion list | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago’s key highway interchange is now the top truck congestion hotspot in the U.S.
Chicago’s key highway interchange is now the top truck congestion hotspot in the U.S.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Leak & Sons funeral home share decades-long bond
Spencer Leak Jr. reflects on his family’s lifelong connection to Rev. Jesse Jackson — from Jackson’s first home in Chicago to the emotional honor of caring for him at Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, with services possibly planned at House of Hope.
Spencer Leak Jr. reflects on his family’s lifelong connection to Rev. Jesse Jackson — from Jackson’s first home in Chicago to the emotional honor of caring for him at Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, with services possibly planned at House of Hope.
Rev. Jesse Jackson’s legacy: Former FOX Chicago's Mike Flannery reflects
Veteran political reporter Mike Flannery looks back on decades of covering civil rights leader Jesse Jackson — from his early activism and presidential runs to his emotional reaction to Barack Obama’s historic election victory.
Veteran political reporter Mike Flannery looks back on decades of covering civil rights leader Jesse Jackson — from his early activism and presidential runs to his emotional reaction to Barack Obama’s historic election victory.
Chicago mourns the death of civil rights legend Jesse Jackson
Reactions are pouring in after the death of civil rights icon Jesse Jackson.
Reactions are pouring in after the death of civil rights icon Jesse Jackson.
Rep. La Shawn Ford recalls mentorship from civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson | ChicagoNOW
State Rep. La Shawn Ford shares the lessons learned from Rev. Jesse Jackson and how he continues to carry forward Jackson’s mission.
State Rep. La Shawn Ford shares the lessons learned from Rev. Jesse Jackson and how he continues to carry forward Jackson’s mission.
How Rev. Jesse Jackson changed Chicago politics | ChicagoNOW
Mike Flannery weighs in on how Rev. Jesse Jackson reshaped political possibilities in the 1980s and his lasting impact on American and Chicago politics.
Mike Flannery weighs in on how Rev. Jesse Jackson reshaped political possibilities in the 1980s and his lasting impact on American and Chicago politics.
NAACP leader shares memories of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s fight for justice | ChicagoNOW
Evanston NAACP President Michael Nabors reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson’s influence locally and nationally.
Evanston NAACP President Michael Nabors reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson’s influence locally and nationally.
Father Pfleger calls for continued justice work following Rev. Jesse Jackson’s passing | ChicagoNOW
In remarks after Rev. Jesse Jackson’s passing, Father Michael Pfleger emphasized the need for ongoing action to uphold the civil rights leader’s legacy.
In remarks after Rev. Jesse Jackson’s passing, Father Michael Pfleger emphasized the need for ongoing action to uphold the civil rights leader’s legacy.
Live coverage continues outside the Chicago home of Rev. Jesse Jackson | ChicagoNOW
Live coverage continues outside the Chicago home of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Live coverage continues outside the Chicago home of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Mourners visit Chicago home of Rev. Jesse Jackson to pay tribute
Mourners stopped by the Jackson family home in Chicago on Tuesday to reflect on the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died at 84.
Mourners stopped by the Jackson family home in Chicago on Tuesday to reflect on the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died at 84.
Chicago rings in Lunar New Year with weeks of celebrations
Ald. Nicole Lee (11th) talks about the significance of Lunar New Year, share family traditions, and preview events celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse.
Ald. Nicole Lee (11th) talks about the significance of Lunar New Year, share family traditions, and preview events celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse.
Chicago alder reacts to death of Rev. Jesse Jackson
Ald. William Hall shares his reaction and reflections on the passing of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson Sr. and discusses his impact on Chicago and the nation.
Ald. William Hall shares his reaction and reflections on the passing of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson Sr. and discusses his impact on Chicago and the nation.
Rev. Jesse Jackson in photos: A look back at his life and career
Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, died Tuesday at 84. In photos, here's a look back at Jackson Sr. through the years.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, died Tuesday at 84. In photos, here's a look back at Jackson Sr. through the years.
Father Pfleger on the impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson: "America should thank him"
Father Michael Pfleger of Saint Sabina Parish reflects on the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Father Michael Pfleger of Saint Sabina Parish reflects on the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Lucila Gomez Rodriguez: Missing 13-year-old from Chicago found safe
A teenage girl who was reported missing from Chicago's North Side has been found safe, according to Chicago police.
A teenage girl who was reported missing from Chicago's North Side has been found safe, according to Chicago police.
Rev. Jesse Jackson dies at the age of 84
Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson died Tuesday morning at the age of 84.
Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson died Tuesday morning at the age of 84.



















