Jesse Jackson Jr. Forms Exploratory Committee in Anticipation of 2026 Congressional Run

July 16, 2025

By: The Chicago Defender

Black Bench Chicago Opens Applications for 2025 Civic Leadership Cohort

July 13, 2025

By: The Chicago Defender

Bobby Rush Urges Jesse Jackson Jr. to Run for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District Seat

July 8, 2025

By: Tacuma Roeback

Eric France Becomes Latest Candidate in High-Profile 2nd Congressional District Contest

June 3, 2025

By: Tacuma Roeback

Mayor Johnson Engages Chicago Community on Safety, Infrastructure, and Equity in Faith in Government Tour

March 4, 2025

By: Marshelle Sanders

Jerry Butler, Soul Legend and Former Cook County Commissioner, Dies at 85

February 21, 2025

By: Tacuma Roeback

Illinois Attorney General Issues Guidance on Law Enforcement’s Role in Immigration Enforcement

January 24, 2025

By: Staff Report

Illinois House Speaker on Budget Challenges, Trump’s Impact, and His Historic Leadership

January 23, 2025

By: Tacuma Roeback

Jesse Jackson Jr. Denied Clemency as Biden Exits Presidency: A Missed Opportunity for Justice

January 20, 2025

By: Tacuma Roeback

Dr. Kisha E. McCaskill Appointed as Cook County Commissioner for 5th District

January 19, 2025

By: Staff Report