Chicagoans create memorial to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson
Rev. Jesse Jackson lived in the Jackson Park Highlands District of Chicago and a memorial is growing outside of his home.
Rev. Jesse Jackson lived in the Jackson Park Highlands District of Chicago and a memorial is growing outside of his home.
Rev. Jesse Jackson brought faith, civil rights to national stage
Local faith leaders say Rev. Jesse Jackson made faith feel like family. One of them is Rev. Michael Nabors from Second Baptist Church.
Local faith leaders say Rev. Jesse Jackson made faith feel like family. One of them is Rev. Michael Nabors from Second Baptist Church.
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.
Nancy Guthrie: DNA profile found on glove did not match anyone in CODIS system
DNA from a glove that was found on the side of the road two miles from Nancy Guthrie's Tucson-area home did not match anyone in the national database, the Pima County Sheriff's Department said.
DNA from a glove that was found on the side of the road two miles from Nancy Guthrie's Tucson-area home did not match anyone in the national database, the Pima County Sheriff's Department said.
Rhode Island hockey rink shooting: What we know
A gunman killed his ex-wife and adult son during a high school hockey game at a Rhode Island ice rink Monday afternoon.
A gunman killed his ex-wife and adult son during a high school hockey game at a Rhode Island ice rink Monday afternoon.
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.
Shia LaBeouf arrested after alleged altercation at Mardi Gras: Reports
Shia LaBeouf was arrested after an alleged altercation during Mardi Gras festivities in New Orleans.
Shia LaBeouf was arrested after an alleged altercation during Mardi Gras festivities in New Orleans.
Driver charged after crashing into state trooper’s squad car in suburban Chicago: police
A driver is facing multiple charges after striking an Illinois State Police squad car on Interstate 80 in suburban Chicago last weekend.
A driver is facing multiple charges after striking an Illinois State Police squad car on Interstate 80 in suburban Chicago last weekend.
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.
Cook County Board president candidates debate crime, property taxes: 3 main takeaways
Toni Preckwinkle and Brendan Reilly debated property taxes, crime and their ties to President Trump in Fox Chicago's debate.
Toni Preckwinkle and Brendan Reilly debated property taxes, crime and their ties to President Trump in Fox Chicago's debate.
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.
Mother shoots daughter, then herself in apparent murder-suicide at Las Vegas hotel, police say
Police officers found the mother and daughter dead in their room at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
Police officers found the mother and daughter dead in their room at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
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.
States with the highest property taxes in 2026
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.
Nancy Guthrie’s family cleared as investigators focus on DNA evidence
Nancy Guthrie’s family has been ruled out in her disappearance as investigators, including the FBI, analyze DNA from a glove and review sales records tied to items sold at Walmart, while President Donald Trump calls for the DOJ to pursue the federal death penalty if she is not found alive.
Nancy Guthrie’s family has been ruled out in her disappearance as investigators, including the FBI, analyze DNA from a glove and review sales records tied to items sold at Walmart, while President Donald Trump calls for the DOJ to pursue the federal death penalty if she is not found alive.
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.
Suburban woman, Chicago man allegedly stole from Nordstrom and Kohl's, fled from police in separate incidents
A suburban woman and Chicago man are facing felony charges after separate incidents just hours apart at Nordstrom and Kohl's.
A suburban woman and Chicago man are facing felony charges after separate incidents just hours apart at Nordstrom and Kohl's.
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.



















