Barack Obama

Obama endorses Pritzker in reelection bid

Former President Barack Obama has endorsed Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker for reelection, crediting him for making Illinois a national leader on Democratic issues like abortion and voting rights.

October 21, 2022 4:22pm CDT

Obama surprises Chicago students on field trip

Former President Obama sent a jolt of excitement through the room Tuesday afternoon at the Chicago Quantum Exchange in Hyde Park.

October 18, 2022 10:00pm CDT

Obama surprises students in Hyde Park, talks technology

A lesson on emerging technology got a serious shot of star power in Chicago on Tuesday.

October 18, 2022 4:09pm CDT

Obamas return to Chicago to surprise students, vote in midterms

Former President Barack Obama also surprised some Chicago students Monday, joining a panel discussion that included Bulls star Ayo Dosunmu.

October 17, 2022 9:27pm CDT

Obamas return to Chicago to vote, surprise students

Barack and Michelle Obama spent a busy day in Chicago on Monday.

October 17, 2022 5:53pm CDT

Chicago motorists face serious backups as construction on Obama Center begins

Major traffic jams are expected as construction of the Obama Center begins. FOX 32's Joanie Lum takes a look at some of the expected closures.

October 3, 2022 10:21am CDT

Obamas return to White House for portrait unveiling ceremony

The Obamas returned to the White House for the first time together since they left in 2017. Barack and Michelle Obama will have their official portraits unveiled Wednesday, reviving a tradition last celebrated 10 years ago.

September 7, 2022 4:25pm CDT

Obama Foundation donates $15,000 to Englewood's Mr. Dad's Father's Club

A Chicago nonprofit is getting a helping hand from the Obama Foundation. Joseph Williams launched Mr. Dad's Father's Club summer camp to give South Side youth a safe space for the summer.

August 22, 2022 4:46pm CDT