Mar. 17, 2026
Southsiders for Peace to Hold Sign-Making Workshop for 'No Kings Day' Protest
The grassroots activist group is preparing for a local demonstration as part of the nationwide 'No Kings March'.
Mar. 16, 2026
Outgoing Ms. Foundation CEO reflects on fight for equality
Teresa Younger says the pursuit of political equality in the U.S. is far from over as she prepares to step down after leading the organization through the #MeToo era.
Mar. 14, 2026
Obama Presidential Center Seeks 100 Unpaid Volunteers as Valerie Jarrett Earns $740K
The $850M Chicago facility promises $3.1B economic impact for South Side as it prepares to open in June.
Mar. 12, 2026
Congressman Danny Davis on The Fight for Black Voices in Chicago
What does it truly mean to represent the marginalized in today's America?
Mar. 11, 2026
UIC Students Host Victory Rally After Kicking TPUSA Off Campus
Students organize counter-protest, force right-wing group to cancel event
Mar. 11, 2026
Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. Remembered as Transformative Servant Leader
Civil rights icon's life and legacy celebrated at Chicago memorial service
Mar. 9, 2026
Southeast Side Residents Demand Community Investment Over $9B Quantum Campus
Residents gather to discuss their vision for the former U.S. Steel South Works site as developers push forward with a massive tech development project.
Mar. 8, 2026
Hundreds March to Trump Tower for International Women's Day
Protesters gathered in Chicago's Loop to demand equality and justice for women under the Trump administration.
Mar. 8, 2026
Thousands Gather to Honor Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson
Homegoing services for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson held across Chicago and South Carolina
Mar. 8, 2026
Chicago's Next Generation of Young Black Leaders Step Up
As the city bids farewell to civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson, a new wave of activists and organizers are ready to carry on the fight for social justice.
Mar. 8, 2026
Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. Honored at Funeral in Chicago
South African President Ramaphosa, Former Presidents Obama and Clinton Pay Tribute to Civil Rights Icon
Mar. 7, 2026
Rev. Jesse Jackson's Homegoing Celebrated in Chicago
Thousands gather to honor the life and legacy of the civil rights leader
Mar. 7, 2026
Rev. Jesse Jackson's Family Holds Private Memorial
Gathering at Rainbow PUSH headquarters in Chicago to honor civil rights leader
Mar. 7, 2026
Barack Obama honors Jesse Jackson's 'legacy of hope' at a time when it's 'hard to hope'
Former presidents and other leaders pay tribute to the pioneering civil rights leader and politician at a celebration of his life in Chicago.
Mar. 6, 2026
Thousands to Gather at Chicago Church for Public Celebration of Rev. Jesse Jackson
Friday's public service, dubbed "The People's Celebration," begins at 11 a.m., with doors open at 9 a.m. and large crowds and traffic expected.
Mar. 6, 2026
Former Presidents to Honor Late Rev. Jesse Jackson at Chicago Memorial Service
Clinton, Obama, Biden and Harris expected to deliver remarks at 'Celebration of Hope' for pioneering civil rights leader
Mar. 6, 2026
Funeral Held for Civil Rights Icon Jesse Jackson in Chicago
Former presidents and political leaders gather to honor the life and legacy of the late civil rights leader.
Mar. 6, 2026
Celebration of Life for Civil Rights Icon Jesse Jackson to Draw Former Presidents and Grammy-Winning Artists
The event honoring the protege of Martin Luther King Jr. and two-time presidential candidate will be held at a prominent Black church in Chicago.
Mar. 6, 2026
Celebration of Life for Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson to Draw Prominent Figures
Former presidents, Grammy-winning artists, and clergy expected to attend memorial service in Chicago
Mar. 6, 2026
Rev. Jesse Jackson's Final Farewells Celebrated in Chicago
Leaders from across the globe honor the civil rights leader's legacy and impact
