Obama: Rev. Jesse Jackson ‘laid the path’ that made my presidency possible
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At Rev. Jesse Jackson’s funeral, former President Barack Obama said Jackson’s historic presidential runs and Rainbow Coalition “paved the road” for a young Black senator from Chicago to one day be taken seriously as a candidate — and ultimately win the White House.

Obama reflects on moving to Chicago, learning from Rev. Jackson
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Highlighting his early days as a community organizer in neighborhoods like Roseland and Woodlawn, Barack Obama credited his move to Chicago and the "masterclass" he received at Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Saturday morning PUSH meetings for providing the blueprint for his own journey to the presidency.

Pritzker: We ‘shared him with the world,’ but Rev. Jesse Jackson was Chicago’s
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Speaking at Rev. Jesse Jackson’s funeral at the House of Hope, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker honored the civil rights icon as an “ambassador of hope” who fought for justice, inspired millions with the message “I Am Somebody,” and whose legacy will continue to shape Chicago and the world.

Police seek suspect in CTA train robbery on Chicago's South Side

Chicago police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect connected to a robbery and an attempted robbery on a CTA train last month on the city’s South Side.

Gas prices jump across Illinois and Indiana as Iran conflict drives oil costs higher
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Average gas prices surged 34 cents in Illinois and 41 cents in Indiana in just one week as the conflict involving Iran pushes oil prices up, with experts warning drivers could see further increases if the situation continues.

Chicago man charged after deputies find stolen gun during traffic stop

A Chicago man is facing a felony gun charge after authorities say deputies recovered a stolen firearm during a traffic stop on the city’s South Side.

Jewish leaders want Chicago mayor to create antisemitism task force

Jewish leaders are pressuring Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to establish an antisemitism task force, because they believe he’s not doing enough to protect the Jewish community, Fox News Digital has learned.

Chicago weather: Dense fog, drizzle slow morning commute

Dense fog and multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected across Chicagoland before cooler, sunnier weather returns for the weekend.