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.
FULL SPEECH: Barack Obama christens new presidential center with stirring speech
Former President Barack Obama delivered remarks Thursday at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center on Chicago's South Side
Former President Barack Obama delivered remarks Thursday at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center on Chicago's South Side
Chicago weather: Near-perfect Friday ahead before weekend rain chances return
Chicagoland is heading into a beautiful Friday, but rain and storm chances return for the weekend. Here's the latest forecast.
Chicagoland is heading into a beautiful Friday, but rain and storm chances return for the weekend. Here's the latest forecast.
35 things to do in Chicago Juneteenth Weekend
Chicago is packed June 19-21 with major events including the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, Black Yacht Weekend, Chicago Pride Fest, Taste of Randolph, the Gold Coast Art Fair and a slate of Juneteenth celebrations.
Chicago is packed June 19-21 with major events including the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, Black Yacht Weekend, Chicago Pride Fest, Taste of Randolph, the Gold Coast Art Fair and a slate of Juneteenth celebrations.
Full remarks: Michelle Obama delivers tear-jerking speech at grand opening of Obama Center
Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered an emotional speech at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
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
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.
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
John Legend reflected on meeting Barack Obama nearly 20 years ago, sharing a story from before Obama launched his historic run for president.
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'
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.
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'
With the Obama Presidential Center grand opening underway, we hear from Rep. La Shawn K. Ford on what this means for Chicago.
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
Ald. Matt Martin (47th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss affordable housing and efforts to address safety concerns
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
Rev. Al Sharpton discusses what the Obama Presidential Center means not only for Chicago, but for the nation and future generations of leaders.
Rev. Al Sharpton discusses what the Obama Presidential Center means not only for Chicago, but for the nation and future generations of leaders.