Obama's unique take on the presidential library
Former presidents and world leaders gathered in Chicago on Thursday to celebrate the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
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Obama Center grand opening wraps in Chicago
The Obama Presidential Center held a star-studded grand opening in Chicago on Thursday. CBS News Chicago's Irika Sargent joins with highlights of the ceremony.
Michelle Obama speaks at center dedication
Former first lady Michelle Obama spoke at the dedication ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on Thursday, calling it "an honor" to be by her husband's side. Watch her full speech.
Obama speaks at presidential center dedication
Former President Barack Obama's new presidential center in Chicago held its grand opening on Thursday. Speaking at the dedication ceremony, Obama said he hopes the center will affirm "how precious our democracy really is."
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
A look inside the Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago strives to serve the public while honoring the legacy of America's 44th president. The center's star-studded grand opening on Juneteenth will feature musical guests such as John Legend, Bruce Springsteen and Christina Aguilera. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns takes a look inside.
Explore the Obama Presidential Center and Library opening in Chicago
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
Severe storms, tornadoes slam Midwest, killing at least 1
Severe storms that swept through the Midwest late Thursday knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of customers, damaged buildings and canceled flights.
Passersby left shocked after burning cross spotted in Grant Park
The flames from the cross burning in the middle of Grant Park were visible to anyone driving or walking down Columbus Drive.
World Cup sparks boom in U.S. youth soccer
The World Cup begins next week, but ahead of the competition, "CBS Saturday Morning" visits Chicago, where kids from various backgrounds are exposed to soccer through USA Soccer's "Soccer Forward" program.
Obama Presidential Center set to open
The Obama Presidential Center is preparing to welcome visitors from around the world in Chicago, Illinois. CBS News' Lana Zak got a look at the monumental project.
Flight turns around over Bluetooth device name
Over the weekend, a United Airlines plane had to turn around mid-flight en route to Spain because of the name of a Bluetooth device. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Unruly passenger forces flight diversion
United Airlines flight from Chicago to Minneapolis was forced to make an emergency landing in Wisconsin, the second midair security scare this week. Ali Bauman has more.
Teen released by ICE wants to stay in U.S.: "Doing the right things"
Ricardo Hernandez-Navarrete graduated from high school after being released by ICE, but he and his mother still face the possibility of deportation.
Chicago teen on ICE detention in 6 states
Ricardo Hernandez-Navarrete, 18, was detained by ICE when he and his mom attended a routine immigration appointment. He just graduated high school after months in custody in six different states. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Sonny Rollins, trailblazing jazz saxophonist, dies at age 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
Custodian ushers ducklings to golf course
Outside of Chicago, at Western Avenue Elementary, the head custodian has been looking out for little ducklings for 29 years. Matt Gutman has the story.
Chicago 5th graders carry out Pope's mission
This week, Pope Leo XIV marked one year since his historic election, from a low-profile priest from Chicago to one of the most recognizable people on the planet. Noel Brennan visited some of his biggest supporters.
Watch: May Day protests
Americans took to the streets on Friday for May Day, also referred to as International Workers' Day. The day commemorates the 1886 Haymarket Affair, when a Chicago protest for an eight-hour workday turned into a violent clash between demonstrators and police. Some cities saw "Workers Over Billionaires" rallies and marches this year.
Pritzker on immigration crackdown accountability
Illinois officials held a second day of hearings on Tuesday as part of their investigation into last fall's Operation Midway Blitz, an ICE immigration crackdown the Trump administration orchestrated. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
One Chicago police officer killed, second wounded in shooting at North Side hospital
Two Chicago police officers were shot inside Swedish Hospital in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood on Saturday morning. One has since died.
Slain student's parents on daughter's killing
Sheridan Gorman's parents spoke with CBS News' Matt Gutman about their daughter's killing at Loyola University Chicago in March.
Parents of slain Loyola student speak out
The parents of Sheridan Gorman, the Loyola University student who was gunned down allegedly by an undocumented immigrant, spoke exclusively to CBS News, saying this is a heartbreak they truly did "not know existed." They say while they don't want their daughter's death to be about politics, they do want accountability.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
Loyola student murder suspect attends hearing
The man suspected in the murder of Loyola University freshman Sheridan Gorman had his detention hearing on Friday. CBS News reporter Ash-har Quraishi has the details.
DOJ issues new subpoenas in Alaska Senate probe
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Patrick Stewart, best known for "Star Trek" and "X-Men," dies at 86
