Obama Center Opening Stirs Pride and Displacement Fears
The Obama Presidential Center opens amid gentrification fears in Chicago's South Side, where longtime Black residents face rising rents and displacement despite community benefits promises.
The Obama Presidential Center opens amid gentrification fears in Chicago's South Side, where longtime Black residents face rising rents and displacement despite community benefits promises.
At least 12 people were shot when an SUV opened fire on a crowd in Chicago's South Side during Juneteenth celebrations, leaving two in critical condition. Overall, 21 shot since Friday, 4 dead.
Merlin Lu, 21, faces felony and misdemeanor charges for burning a cross in Grant Park, Chicago. Police arrested him after he admitted to the act, which he claimed was a protest against Trump.
Chicago authorities are searching for a suspect after a cross was burned in Grant Park on Tuesday, an act often linked to white supremacy and racism. Police released images of a person of interest.
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RecommendedThe Obama Presidential Center in Chicago opens with original works by 30 artists, including Julie Mehretu and Njideka Akunyili Crosby, alongside historic memorabilia from Obama's presidency.
Australian authors Helen Goh and Yoko Nakazawa win prestigious 2026 James Beard media awards for their cookbooks on baking and pickling, among five Australian nominees.
Former England star Karen Carney admits she was 'in a bad way' during her playing days, battling addiction and self-harm. Now a pundit for ITV at the World Cup, she shares her story of resilience.
A federal judge ruled against Joe Biden's attempt to prevent the Trump administration from releasing recordings made with a ghostwriter to a conservative group, citing public interest.
The Obama presidential center opened in Chicago with musical stars and bipartisan tributes, implicitly criticizing Trump's authoritarian approach and divisive politics.
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RecommendedBarack Obama stated the US is worse off after 15 weeks of war with Iran, criticizing the decision to abandon the 2015 nuclear deal. He welcomed the ceasefire and hopes it holds.