Lightfoot: Police are doing good job in handling protest at Israeli Consulate
Lightfoot says people have every right to express their First Amendment rights—and even stand by side in disagreement—as long as the situation does not become violent.
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Lightfoot says people have every right to express their First Amendment rights—and even stand by side in disagreement—as long as the situation does not become violent.
CBS News Chicago political analysts Lori Lightfoot and Pat Brady have an analysis of President Biden’s speech at the Democratic National Convention, and the emotional response it evoked.
CBS News Chicago’s political analysts—former Mayor Lori Lightfoot and former Ald. Leslie Hairston (5th)—talk about the security perimeter breach during protests, the honor for the Rev. Jesse Jackson, and other highlights and lowlights on the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke briefly at the Democratic National Convention, while CBS News Chicago Political Analysts Lori Lightfoot and Pat Brady discuss what Harris’ strategy should be at the convention—and how much she should embrace the Biden administration and the past.
While some protesters broke through fences on Monday afternoon, Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot said security plans included addressing weak spots in the perimeter.
Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot says Vice President Kamala Harris would be well served to focus on some of President Biden’s administration’s policy wins, but former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady says Harris should stay out of policy and focus on her vision for the future.
CBS News Chicago’s political analysts—former Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady—join Joe and Irika with what the Democrats need to do in advancing Kamala Harris as a candidate, and what message they think would serve the party best.
CBS News Chicago's political analysts, former Mayor Lori Lightfoot and former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady, join Joe Donlon and Irika Sargent with analysis as a protest grows downtown ahead of the Democratic National Convention.
CBS News Chicago’s Political Analysts—former Mayor Lori Lightfoot and former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady—compare the soon-to-begin Democratic National Convention to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee last month, and break down what the Democrats’ best strategy would be.
CBS News Chicago's political analysts, Lightfoot and former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady, join Joe Donlon and Irika Sargent with their observations ahead of the Democratic National Convention.
To guide viewers through the historic election, Lightfoot will serve as a CBS News Chicago political analyst.
Henyard wasn't in the office a day after a report revealed the village is more than $3.5 million in the red, and village employees wouldn't say when she will be.
With the DNC less than a week away from kicking off in Chicago, Lightfoot is giving her perspective on the latest in national politics.
Lightfoot recently sat down with Irika Sargent for a wide-ranging interview about what she feels sold convention organizers about choosing Chicago, and what the Democratic ticket has to do to win the general election in November.
The former Chicago mayor announced her findings in her probe into spending by Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard to a packed and gasping crowd Thursday night. Jermont Terry reports.
Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is expected to release her findings in the Village of Dolton financial probe.
Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is expected to release her findings in the Village of Dolton financial probe. Lightfoot, a former federal prosecutor, in April, agreed to investigate claims that Henyard misused public funds.
CBS News Chicago Political Analyst and former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot gives her take on Tim Walz being selected to be Kamala Harris' running mate on the Democratic ticket.
Lightfoot said she's relieved to have the drama involving President Biden put to rest.
The Democratic National Convention takes place in Chicago in just a few weeks. Irika Sargent talked with former Mayor Lori Lightfoot about the convention in the wake of Mr. Biden’s withdrawal and the likely elevation of Kamala Harris to the top of the ticket.
The former mayor said she got to know Kamala Harris during her previous presidential run. The vice president personally reached out to express her condolences following the death of Lightfoot's mother in February.
The former Chicago mayor said the path forward for Biden disappeared.
Lightfoot called for optimum communication when it comes to ensuring that the Democratic National Convention in Chicago is secure in August.
This is Irika Sargent's full interview with former Mayor Lori Lightfoot on the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
Speaking to Irika Sargent, former Mayor Lightfoot talked about the attempted assassination of Donald Trump this weekend, and what she wants to see done with security at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month.
Hawthorne is one of the two last remaining race courses in Northern Illinois, along with Collinsville.
The ages of the victims range from 15 to 63, according to Chicago police.
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
Illinois leaders and Chicago communities are reacting after the United States and Israel announced a major military operation against Iran early Saturday.
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
President Trump says his objective in attacking Iran "is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats" from the regime in Tehran. Read his full statement and watch the video here.
The U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, which responded with retaliatory strikes on U.S. bases in the region.
Palatine, Illinois-based Weber has issued a recall of more than 3.2 million metal wire bristle grill brushes because you could ingest the bristles.
This is after Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed an ordinance that would have banned most hemp-derived products this weekend.
This week marks Identity Theft Awareness Week, and Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza emphasized some safety tips Monday for avoiding and dealing with identity theft.
A controversial data center in Naperville, Illinois, could be the cause to pack a city council meeting there on Tuesday night.
Police in the west Chicago suburb of Geneva are warning of a scam involving spoofed phone numbers.
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital announced this week that it is planning to open a new pediatric hospital in the west Chicago suburb of Downers Grove.
It has been nearly six years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and one of the many questions doctors are still working to answer concerns the long-term effects.
Leaders from Cook County, the Illinois Department of Human Services, and the Greater Chicago Food Depository denounced changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program on Wednesday.
The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center has received a grant from The Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation for a new cancer center.
Chicago's Lurie Children's Hospital said Tuesday that it is no longer initiating gender-affirming medical treatment for minors.
Not one, but two hotels are now planned or proposed for Chicago's Northalsted LGBTQ+ nightlife district.
After the Double Door closed in Wicker Park, there was reassurance that the Double Door would return, at a new location in the city's Uptown neighborhood. Now that is not happening anymore.
Barnes & Noble was set to reopen in Skokie on Wednesday, just weeks after it closed.
Trader Joe's is opening a new location in Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood.
The district laid out a $630 million plan to remake Soldier Field into a major concert venue and events space.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
After the Double Door closed in Wicker Park, there was reassurance that the Double Door would return, at a new location in the city's Uptown neighborhood. Now that is not happening anymore.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
World leaders are reacting to the strike on Iran carried out by the U.S. and Israel.
University of Chicago professor of political science Paul Poast joins CBS News Chicago.
Zuni is looking for a forever home and would thrive in a house with another dog.
Snow is on the way for areas near Chicago as a temperatures drop takes effect.
Chicago police are investigating a deadly shooting in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is presumed dead after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday, multiple Israeli official sources and a senior U.S. intelligence official told CBS News.
Illinois and Chicago communities are reacting after the United States and Israel announced a major military operation against Iran early Saturday.
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
The U.S. and Israel are attacking Iran, which is responding with attacks on U.S. bases in the region, as President Trump confirms "major combat operations."
Hawthorne is one of the two last remaining race courses in Northern Illinois, along with Collinsville.
If you feel like you're drowning in a sea of text alerts and desperate email pleas for "just $5" this election season, you are far from alone.
A north suburban school bus driver became a victim of sophisticated scammers who are targeting more people and more vulnerable populations to make more money.
Both couples are still actively fighting for their kids, knowing it will be a long and complicated road.
The mother of an 8-year-old boy who was allegedly put in a chokehold and dragged by the neck by a Chicago Public Schools employee hopes her lawsuit and choice to speak out will help protect students in the future.
A jury on Wednesday awarded $5.74 million in damages to a Chicago family who accused police of violating their civil rights in a botched raid of their home in 2018.
Morez Johnson Jr. had 19 points and 11 rebounds against his former team as No. 3 Michigan defeated No. 10 Illinois 84-70 and clinched Big Ten regular-season title.
It's already been a historic season for the University of Chicago men's basketball team, and they still have one big goal out in front of them.
Ryan O'Reilly scored with 3:16 remaining and the Nashville Predators scored three times in the third period in a 4-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks in the teams' first game following the Olympic break.
Jerami Grant scored 27 points and the Portland Trail Blazers held on for a 121-112 victory over Chicago that sent the Bulls to their 11th straight loss.
Nearly five years after the Bears first announced their bid to buy the former Arlington International Racecourse with the aim of turning the site into a new stadium, the Illinois General Assembly will begin considering a bill to push the plan ahead.
A judge has sentenced a Wisconsin man who forged threats against President Donald Trump as part of a deportation scheme to 16½ years in prison.
A man has been charged with shooting and killing a father and son following a jewelry store robbery last November in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago.
Two men are charged with filing a false police report, claiming they were robbed of millions of dollars worth of jewelry.
Chicago police issued an alert Thursday about a rash of criminal sexual assaults that have happened on one block on Chicago's West Side, committed by a man who lures his victims by setting up dates through an escort app.
Chicago police issued a community alert Thursday about a string of smash-and-grab burglaries targeting businesses on the city's North and Northwest sides.
