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More Than a Dozen Protesters Arrested After Clash With Police Outside Chicago’s Israeli Consulate

The atmosphere with rows of police in riot gear was a stark contrast to a day earlier when thousands of pro-Palestinian activists, including families pushing babies in strollers, marched near the convention site calling for a ceasefire.

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Former President Obama takes the stage on Night 2 of the Democratic National Convention — 20 years after his debut. Plus, what a Harris victory could mean for Chicago.

The Complete DNC State Roll Call Song List

On Tuesday, the Democratic National Convention held a ceremonial roll call to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. As part of the ceremonies, each state and territory was given a special “walk-up song” We have the list. 

From Coconut Drinks to Cheezborgers, Chicago Businesses Hoping to Capitalize on DNC Crowds

Businesses around the United Center are used to serving throngs of customers during game days and concerts, but they’re hoping to score even higher sales with the Democratic National Convention in town.

From Immigration to Infrastructure, What a Harris Victory Could Mean for Chicago

The first mayor of a major American city to back her surprise bid for the presidency, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson called Vice President Kamala Harris a “visionary leader” capable of defeating “the threat of another Trump presidency.”

Illinois Democrats Tout Efforts to Protect Abortion Rights, as Push to Amend Constitution Remains in Limbo

“As the mother of four daughters that I thought would have more rights than me, not fewer,” Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton said, “I’m devastated to this day that Trump’s Supreme Court found a way to relegate us to second-class citizens.”

Kroger, Parent Company of Mariano’s, Fights Federal Agency in a Battle That Could Upend Antitrust

The lawsuit alleges the Federal Trade Commission is violating the U.S. Constitution by using an in-house tribunal to challenge Kroger’s $25 billion mega-merger with Albertsons — the biggest proposed supermarket deal in American history.

A Guide to Historic Political Conventions in Chicago — With a Little Help From the Chicago History Museum

Since the 19th century, Chicago has hosted 14 Republican National Conventions, the most recent in 1960. This week Vice President Kamala Harris will accept her nomination at the 12th Democratic National Convention to be held in Chicago.

Illinois Bans Corporal Punishment in Schools: ‘Hitting Kids Should Never Be Allowed’

Legislation that Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed into law this month bans physical punishment in private schools while reiterating a prohibition on the practice in public schools implemented 30 years ago.

RFK Jr. Campaign Considering Donald Trump Endorsement, Running Mate Says

In a podcast interview, Shanahan acknowledged the Kennedy campaign’s recent conversations with the Trump campaign, which have centered on the possibility of Kennedy endorsing Trump in exchange for a role in Trump’s administration should he win. 

DNC Tuesday Night Speaker Schedule Features Barack and Michelle Obama, Plus J.B. Pritzker, Doug Emhoff and More

If Night 1 of the Democratic Nation Convention was largely about honoring Pres. Joe Biden for his lifetime of service, Night 2 is about shifting the conversation toward "A Bold Vision for America’s Future.”

Illinois Anti-Abortion Group Calls Out Cardinal Cupich for DNC Prayer

“It is incredibly disheartening to see a local church leader who once aligned himself with our cause participate in such a deeply anti-life, anti-family event as the DNC,” Illinois Right to Life president Mary Kate Zander said in a statement.

Cultural Agency Looks to Amplify Art and Chicago’s ‘Third Spaces’ With Events Timed to DNC

“Next Stop: Chicago” is offering a series of public art activations by community-based organizations that address the city’s post-pandemic infrastructure inequity. 

13 People Arrested After DNC Perimeter Breach, Chicago Police Say They Were Unconnected to Approved March

Chicago police officers made 13 arrests Tuesday, the majority of which were related to the fence breach. That incident coincided with the Coalition to March on the DNC, an approved demonstration that saw an extensive police presence along the route. 

This New Lake County Conservation Preserve is for the Birds, and Only the Birds

Lake County Forest Preserves has acquired a 41-acre property in order to protect its “rare ecological attributes,” which include the largest heron and egret rookery in the county.