Chicago DNC security preparations to be announced today
Top Chicago and federal law enforcement officials will lay out safety plans Thursday for the Democratic National Convention taking place next month.
Democrats poised to virtually nominate Harris — and her running mate — by Aug. 7
Democratic National Convention delegates can make Vice President Kamala Harris their presidential nominee in online voting beginning next week.
DNC Rules Committee approves virtual roll call as Kamala Harris gains momentum
With just a few weeks to go until the Democratic National Convention, all eyes are on Vice President Kamala Harris to take the top spot.
Chicago prepares for influx of migrants ahead of Democratic National Convention
As Chicago prepares for next month's historic Democratic National Convention, city officials are also bracing for a potential influx of migrants from the southern border.
Cook County to open additional court facility for possible 'multiple arrests' during DNC
The Circuit Court of Cook County will open an additional temporary court facility in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) scheduled to take place in Chicago in mid-August.
Democrats rally around Vice President Kamala Harris
After President Joe Biden said he would not seek reelection he put his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris and many fellow Democrats followed his lead.
What is an open convention? Here’s what may happen if there’s no set nominee before DNC
Vice President Kamala Harris received an endorsement from President Joe Biden after he exited the race, but it doesn’t mean Harris will automatically be the Democratic nominee for president, and here’s why.
Illinois governor yet to endorse Kamala Harris
After President Joe Biden dropped out of the race, many Democratic leaders were quick to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris. J.B. Pritzker, one of the many potential nominees, has yet to put his support behind her.
Biden withdraws from presidential race less than a month from Chicago DNC
President Biden's shocking decision not to seek reelection comes just weeks before Democrats gather in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention. If the party does not formally decide on a nominee before the convention, this would be the first open DNC since 1968.
Illinois Democrats praise Biden, split on endorsing Harris
Prominent Illinois Democrats praised President Joe Biden's decision to step aside, citing concerns about his age and election viability.
DNC committee moving forward with plans for virtual roll call vote in early August
President Biden is planning to return to the campaign trail as soon as he recovers from a mild COVID-19 infection.
Political analyst surmises what's next for President Biden
Political analyst Thom Serafin breaks down the first half of the Republican National Convention and weighs in on what's next for President Joe Biden ahead of the Democratic National Convention.
Chicago's top cop outlines DNC security preps after Trump rally shooting
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling held a news conference Monday afternoon to discuss security measures and preparations for the upcoming 2024 Democratic National Convention.
Expert weighs in on security efforts at Trump rally, RNC
The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump has raised a lot of questions, specifically about security measures in place at political events. Former Secret Service member and founder of Lake Forest Group security, G. Michael Verden, unpacks more details about the rally shooting and upcoming RNC security efforts.
Chicago police heighten security for DNC after Trump rally shooting
The Chicago Police Department is monitoring the situation in Pennsylvania after former President Trump was shot at a campaign rally as it prepares for the Democratic National Convention.
All eyes shift to Chicago ahead of the Democratic National Convention
G. Michael Verden from The Lake Forest Group talks about the importance of public safety at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
United Center begins transformation for 2024 Democratic National Convention
Fifty-five days remain until the United Center hosts the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
Chicago DNC 2024: Content creators can apply for credentials
The 2024 Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) is opening a credential request process that would allow content creators to have access to key spaces across the United Center during the four-day convention.
Chicago DNC getting 'window dressing treatment': former CPD chief detective
Chicago will soon be in the national spotlight when it hosts the Democratic National Convention in August, but primarily in the glitzed-up areas leaders want to be seen.
Chicago Secret Service discusses DNC preparations amid resident concerns
Chicago is two months away from the start of the 2024 Democratic National Convention.