Former President Obama says program succeeding in improving futures of boys, young men of color
Mr. Obama launched the My Brother's Keeper initiative nine years ago – on response to the murder of Trayvon Martin.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot delivers farewell address as she prepares to leave office
Lightfoot's final address as mayor comes exactly one week ahead of Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson's inauguration next Monday.
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson reflects on first 100 days in office
CBS 2's Dana Kozlov talked with him about his new role and his family's impact.
Fred Waller to become next interim Chicago police superintendent
Waller is coming out of retirement to take the job.
Advocates say Illinois' system to help people with developmental disabilities needs fixing, funding
Advocates want the money to help stop the exodus of workers providing services for that community.
Rape crisis advocates say they are facing major funding crisis, need state's help
The advocates are looking to Springfield for help in beefing up their funding – in part to make up for a federal funding shortfall.
Mayor-elect Johnson calls for bringing Chicago, state together in Springfield speech
An enthusiastic mayor-elect channeled his hope for bipartisan cooperation during his speech to lawmakers at the state capitol.
Lightfoot defends handling of large gatherings over the weekend, after three teens were shot
"I'm not going to use your language, which I think is wrong, to say that it was mayhem," Lightfoot said when a reporter asked her about the incidents.
Chicago Democratic party leaders make official announcement about 2024 national convention
The announcement, not surprisingly, took the tone of an Illinois Democratic Party love fest – and brought out all of the state's political heavy-hitters.
Chicago to host 2024 Democratic National Convention
The convention will be held at the United Center from Aug. 19 to Aug. 22.
Strategists: Chicago appeals to DNC because of strength of unions, Midwest location
Political strategists also say the timing of the announcement may be intentional.
City announces traffic plans ahead of Chicago's first-ever NASCAR street race
On Monday, city representatives released street closures, parking restrictions and how pedestrians will be able to get in and around Grant Park.
Mayor-elect Johnson vows to unite City Council largely alienated by Lightfoot
"The City Council, it's a dynamic body," Johnson said. You're going to have a mayor that is prepared to spend as much time as necessary to unite people."
Chicago Decides: Johnson and Vallas stump across the city on Election Day
After months of stump speeches, campaign ads, and shaking hands with voters, the candidates for Chicago mayor are approaching the finish line.
Paul Vallas, Brandon Johnson campaign around city on election eve
Voters will decide Tuesday who will be Chicago's mayor for the next four years.