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.
How will Brandon Johnson assure voters of his independence from the Chicago Teachers Union?
When CBS 2 Political Investigator Dana Kozlov spoke with Johnson on Friday, it had been one day since some members of the CTU filed an unfair labor practice complaint having to do with his campaign funding.
Would Paul Vallas consider closing more CPS schools?
Vallas has also been vilified by the Chicago Teachers Union - which is backing his opponent, Brandon Johnson. The CTU's contract is up next year.
Mayoral candidate Brandon Johnson has paid off all city debts, official confirms
As of Friday evening, the Office of Budget & Management at City Hall confirmed he's paid off all of his debts to the City of Chicago.
How will Paul Vallas, Brandon Johnson work to reverse Chicago's population loss?
Population loss is a serious issue, because when people exit, they take their tax dollars with them.
What would Vallas, Johnson do to reverse downtown retail exodus?
The crime in Chicago is dominating the mayoral race – and it is also one of the big reasons many businesses are moving out.
Vallas, Johnson answer questions separately in latest mayoral forum
All the questions at the event were sponsored by 17 Black and Latino organizations – and were geared toward addressing concerns in those communities.
Brandon Johnson, Paul Vallas' proposals on how to pay for their policy plans
Vallas and Johnson each have big ideas on how to make the city better and safer – but that means money.