Isiah Thomas get emotional recalling Rev. Jackson's support
NBA star Isiah Thomas got choked up delivering his eulogy as he recalled Rev. Jesse Jackson's support for him and his family after his mother died.
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NBA star Isiah Thomas got choked up delivering his eulogy as he recalled Rev. Jesse Jackson's support for him and his family after his mother died.
Gov. Pritzker told mourners that, while Rev. Jesse Jackson "was an ambassador of hope for the oppressed, who met with kings and queens and presidents and dictators and clergy of all the great religions," in Chicago "he was our neighbor."
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered remarks at Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral at House of Hope in Chicago Friday.
Full remarks delivered by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker at Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral at House of Hope in Chicago.
Rev. Jesse Jackson gave perhaps his most famous performance of his signature poem "I Am — Somebody" on Sesame Street in 1972.
As former presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and Joe Biden took their seats in the front row, Rev. James Meeks and Dr. Charles Jenkins led the crowd to recite Jackson's signature poem, "I Am Somebody."
Dorothy Tucker takes a look back at the news coverage of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Ryan Baker speaks with his father on the influence Rev. Jesse Jackson had on him and his career. "I'm proud of the fact that I did get a chance to march with, we called him Jesse affectionately, Rev. Jackson," He said, "I got the chance to march with him to the Cook County Jail from the South Side of Chicago."
Rev. Jesse Jackson's supporters of all ages are lined up to pay their respects. Dorothy Tucker spoke with one of the youngest supporters who she said is witnessing history.
Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich said he spoke with Rev. Jesse Jackson after his family when he was released from prison.
Jesse Jackson Jr. arrived at House of Hope in Chicago for his father's public homegoing Friday.
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin reflects on the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson at his funeral at House of Hope in Chicago.
Dorthy Tucker spoke with a woman waiting in line who said she was introduced to Rainbow PUSH at age 11. "I grew up with Rev. Jesse Jackson," She said. "Rev. Jesse Jackson invited my entire family to the headquarters, we had our family reunion there.
The possibility of heavy rain and severe storms didn't deter thousands of people from lining up outside House of Hope to attend Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral.
Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot reflected on Rev. Jesse Jackson's "immeasurable" impact on Chicago outside his funeral at House of Hope Friday.
In just a few hours, the House of Hope will become the center of a national tribute as family, civil rights leaders, and public officials gather to celebrate the life of reverend Jesse Jackson.
Final preparations were underway on Thursday for the public celebration of life for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson at the House of Hope on the Far South Side.
A group of culinary students from the south suburbs spent Thursday making preparations to serve the food at Rev. Jesse Jacksons' memorial at House of Hope in Chicago Friday.
A group of culinary students from the south suburbs spent Thursday making preparations to help serve the food at Rev. Jesse Jackson's memorial at House of Hope in Chicago on Friday.
Former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden are among the big names who will be in Chicago Friday for Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral.
Two Chicago pastors are set to lead Friday's funeral for Rev. Jesse Jackson, a task they take on with pride and joy, while former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden will be in attendance.
Former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden are among the big names who will be in Chicago Friday for Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. visited his home for one last time to lie in state at the South Carolina Capitol on Monday.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. visited his home for one last time to lie in state at the South Carolina Capitol on Monday.
The family of Rev. Jesse Jackson arrived early Sunday morning to the state capitol building in South Carolina, where Jackson will lie in state.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 25 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder used a 22-0 run in the second half to beat the Chicago Bulls 131-113.
Dylan Garand made 27 saves for his first NHL win as the Rangers downed the Blackhawks 6-1 on Friday night.
The Fighting Illini are one win from a trip to the Final Four after an impressive win over in the Sweet 16 Thursday night.
Despite the 42-day Homeland Security shutdown, travelers at O'Hare International Airport said they haven't seen the extremely long waits in TSA security lines – in some cases 2 to 4 hour waits – that have plagued some other airports across the country.
Chicago police are warning about a spike in car thefts across the Loop, and the manager of some of the lots dealing with the thefts said the problem is worse than police have said.
Iran-linked cyber criminals accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, sources said.
The Justice Department has made public millions of pages from its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The House passed a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security for 60 days — but it's still unclear how the shutdown will end as the Senate, which approved its own funding plan, is on recess.
The Treasury Department plans to add President Trump's signature to new U.S. paper currency, a first for a sitting president.
An amendment that would require voters to show photo identification to cast a ballot failed to advance in the Senate on Thursday.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias this weekend issued a warning about a surge in text messages that falsely claim to come from his office or the DMV within it.
Tenants at a South Loop luxury high-rise that has been plagued with problems like broken elevators are vowing to fight five-day eviction notices.
It's become an annual March Madness tradition at CBS Chicago, pitting our city's best eateries in direct competition in a foodie bracket challenge. We did pizza, we've done Italian beef, we've done Chicago dogs. This year, we're taking flight with wings.
For Cook County residents hoping to lower their property tax bills, applications are open for exemptions.
Officials in the north Chicago suburb of Wilmette issued a warning Tuesday about scammers who are impersonating representatives of village departments.
Ending domestic violence is the goal of groups and advocates all over the world, and some experts in Chicago say it is time to become less reactive and more proactive when it comes to the people causing harm.
A new Iowa law bans local nondiscrimination protections on the basis of gender identity after the state became the first in the U.S. to roll back its civil rights code last year.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday announced a $1.5 billion investment from biotherapeutics company CSL for a new plasma therapy manufacturing plant in Kanakee.
When a doctor was told there was no cure for his daughter's condition, he was motivated to transform not only her health, but the lives of thousands of others.
The owners of the popular Uncommon Ground restaurant, live music venue, and brewery in Chicago's Wrigleyville community announced this week that they're looking for a successor to take over the business.
Chicago consistently ranks in the top three cities in Fortune 500 company headquarters, and now a competition has been launched to build on Chicago's power in business.
The flagship Ann Sather restaurant on Belmont Avenue in Chicago's Lakeview community will be moving later this year, a restaurant representative said Tuesday.
Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen threw some shade at former teammate Michael Jordan in a new pop commercial.
The City Council in Aurora, Illinois, is likely to lay down the hammer on data centers.
Chicago-native John Mulaney announced a new stop at the Wisconsin State Fair this summer.
Following a ribbon-cutting attended by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Saturday, people were let inside the new space, at 5035 N. Broadway right off Argyle Street, for a special open house.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after video surfaced of a 2023 incident in which she was charged with assault.
Acclaimed Chicago bar and music venue The Hideout has been sold to a performer and former employee, but the owners said it will carry on as the same beloved place that visitors have always known.
Pete Crow-Armstrong will be a Cub at least through the 2032 season. He and president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer held a press conference Friday to talk about PCA's new 6-year, $115 million contract extension.
The Fighting Illini are one win from a trip to the Final Four after an impressive win over in the Sweet 16 Thursday night. No. 3-seed Illinois knocked off the 2-seed Houston in their hometown. Next up is a matchup with Big Ten rival Iowa in the Elite 8 on Saturday.
Amid strong winds that topped 50 mph Thursday night, a large tree fell on two cars in Chicago's Lakeview East neighborhood, sending neighbors running outside.
Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest First Alert Weather forecast.
Despite the 42-day Homeland Security shutdown, travelers at O'Hare International Airport said they haven't seen the extremely long waits in TSA security lines – in some cases 2 to 4 hour waits – that have plagued some other airports across the country.
Prosecutors laid out the details of the fatal Chicago shooting of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman at a detention hearing for her accused killer Friday.
The men charged in the deadly Chicago shooting of a beloved businessman near the United Center earlier this week will remain in custody. Prosecutors said they were staking out the business where the victim was shot.
With just two days' notice, West Suburban Medical Center in Oak Park has shut down, and all patients are being cleared out by the end of the day on Friday, but the CEO of another hospital is offering to help.
Amid strong winds that topped 50 mph Thursday night, a large tree fell on two cars in Chicago's Lakeview East neighborhood, sending neighbors running outside.
The Fighting Illini are one win from a trip to the Final Four after an impressive win over in the Sweet 16 Thursday night.
Two more women have filed lawsuits against Massage Envy, accusing the company of failing to protect them against sexual assaults by two of their therapists.
Homeowners in Berwyn said they are constantly having to pump out sewage to keep it from flooding their basements.
CBS News Chicago learned that she was hired at the school in Mundelein in 2023, which was after DCFS found credible evidence that Servant had injured her children as a form of discipline.
United Steel Workers union representatives said that some workers had already had their access cards deactivated.
Have you ever walked into a business with no employees? You may soon; autonomous businesses are becoming more popular.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 25 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder used a 22-0 run in the second half to beat the Chicago Bulls 131-113.
Dylan Garand made 27 saves for his first NHL win as the Rangers downed the Blackhawks 6-1 on Friday night.
The Fighting Illini are one win from a trip to the Final Four after an impressive win over in the Sweet 16 Thursday night.
The Chicago Bears will have to wait until at least April for action on a property tax bill that would boost their efforts to build a new stadium in Arlington Heights, as the Illinois House is set to adjourn Friday.
A Chicago-area fan yelled about the White Sox when Pope Leo passed by in his Popemobile, and the Pope responded with a thumbs up and smile.
Police on Thursday were investigating two shootings that happened in broad daylight the day before in Chicago's Hyde Park and Woodlawn neighborhoods.
A man was shot and critically wounded in broad daylight Thursday in Chicago's Humboldt Park neighborhood.
A 17-year-old boy was shot multiple times and critically wounded in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood early Thursday morning.
Two men and a woman were slashed in a fight with another man they knew inside a home in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood early Thursday morning.
Large crowds and lots of flashing police lights filled the Loop Wednesday night.
