Trotter Drops Bid For Jackson Jr.'s Seat In Congress
State Sen. Donne Trotter has decided to end his bid to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.
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State Sen. Donne Trotter has decided to end his bid to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.
"It's not for me, and certainly elected office is not for me at this time," Jonathan Jackson said on Tuesday.
State Sen. Donne Trotter (D-Chicago) said Wednesday he still wants Democratic Party bosses to back him in his bid to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr., despite his arrest for having a gun in his luggage at O'Hare International Airport.
Ald. Sandi Jackson (7th) was back at City Hall on Tuesday, making her first public appearance since her husband, Jesse Jackson Jr., resigned from Congress last month. The alderman shot down rumors she's planning to resign, and also insisted she's not planning to run for her husband's empty seat on Capitol Hill.
The special election to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. will be held April 9.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson is grateful media coverage has died down about Jesse Jackson Jr., now that he has resigned his congressional seat.
Add three more names to the growing list of candidates running to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in the 2nd Congressional District: Illinois State Sen. Toi Hutchinson (D-Olympia Fields), Chicago Ald. Anthony Beale (9th), and Robin Kelly -- a top aide to Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel suggested Wednesday that people shouldn't be too hard on Ald. Sandi Jackson (7th), who's been a no-show at the City Council in recent weeks, while her husband, former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr., has been dealing with serious legal and medical problems.
An ex-convict who preceded Jesse Jackson Jr. in Congress, now wants to win back his former congressional seat.
As Congress returned from its Thanksgiving break on Tuesday, Jesse Jackson Jr.'s resignation from Illinois' 2nd Congressional District was made official on Tuesday.
Illinois lawmakers have given preliminary approval to a plan to hold the special election for former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.'s House seat on April 9.
Monday is the deadline for Governor Quinn to set dates for the special election to replace Jesse Jackson Jr.
Brooks says two "highly respected" individuals recently reached out to him and asked him to think about running for the 2nd District.
Two Chicago congressmen reiterated their support for Jesse Jackson Jr. on Saturday, saying the former Illinois congressman is suffering greatly and needs time to get healthy before he can address the public.
Rev. Jesse Jackson said Wednesday that his son Jesse Jackson Jr.'s decision to resign from Congress has caused "a great sense of pain" for his family, but he said they've been encouraged by all the support they've received from the public.
A crowded field could line up to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in Congress, once a special election is set up to fill his seat following his resignation on Wednesday.
CBS 2's Walter Jacobson looks back at Jesse Jackson Jr.'s rise from a promising political star to a man beset by serious health problems and a federal probe of possible wrongdoing.
It's almost to the point that the easiest way to spot a corrupt politician is to see who's winning in Chicago.
Sam Adam Jr. -- a high-profile attorney never at a loss for words -- says a lot of people want him to give it a go.
Two nationally prominent Democrats are ending their "wait-and-see" approach to Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.'s problems and raising questions about his future. CBS 2 Chief Correspondent Jay Levine reports.
The embattled South Side congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. would resign for health reasons, admit to misspending campaign funds and likely spend some time behind bars, CBS 2 Chief Correspondent Jay Levine has learned.
Jesse Jackson Jr.'s publicist says the ailing Illinois congressman has voted by absentee ballot.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson says his congressman son has checked back into the Mayo Clinic for an evaluation.
Embattled Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. received a show of support from two of his U.S. House colleagues Monday as he prepared to go back to the Mayo Clinic for continuing mental health treatment.
Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. has been off the campaign trail and absent from Congress since he was diagnosed with bi-polar disorder in June. This weekend he spoke to his constituents.
The village said that officers responded to the scene and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The 53-foot Colorado blue spruce donated by the Holden-Shaddick family in Logan Square will be wrapped with thousands of lights.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
A photo of a snow-made Old Style beer igloo posted on X, formally known as Twitter, has been viewed over 1.4 million times Friday morning.
Authorities are urging a Wisconsin man accused of faking his death and fleeing to Europe to come home and spend the holidays with his wife and three children.
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
The reopened Pilsen facility is one of three that Mayor Brandon Johnson promised would reopen by the end of the year.
Anthony Finch has filed suit against the village and Mayor Derrick Burgess for wrongful termination. Now, four trustees want to bring Finch back to the village—but this time working as an auditor.
Judicial regulators have filed a complaint against a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice who spread election conspiracy theories and was hired by Republicans to lead an investigation into President-elect Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 election, accusing him of violating multiple rules of conduct.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
Robin McElroy said she loves everything about her Morgan Park home—except for the panic-inducing surprises she has been getting in the mail about her supposedly unpaid taxes.
Scammers often get financial information and personal details, or lure in veterans with videos that claim they can win lots of money,
It's the season of giving, but if you're not careful with finances, you could be getting a hefty bill at the end of the holiday season.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
An attorney representing a conservative prosecutor struggled Monday to convince Wisconsin's liberal-leaning Supreme Court to reactivate the state's 175-year-old abortion ban.
Owner Ricky Burns made a big dream come true in the tiny space on Western Avenue in West Ridge.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The nonprofit Far South Community Development Corporation is working to create everlasting change—and has a vision specifically for the commercial corridor at 115th and Halsted streets.
Wonder Group, a New York-based food ordering company that touts "fast fine" dining, is set to be Grubhub's new owner.
Foxtrot will be pouring free drip coffee between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Fulton Market location to celebrate the reopening.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
Ravyn Lenae, a rising R&B star from the South Side of Chicago, is among the artists announced Wednesday for the popular California desert music festival.
Speaking to American Theatre in 2018, Vire said he arrived in Chicago as a "lapsed actor," and fell into theatre criticism "through the back door."
"America demanded it and now it's happening: Taco Bell's new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I'm hosting the Oscars," Conan O'Brien said.
The IBA also gave out the Silver Dome Awards at its luncheon Wednesday.
The discovery was made in the walls of an old lighthouse. It details the work other engineers had performed to install glass in the structure and includes the worker's names.
It’s one of the world’s most-performed operas. The sound of its score is only one of the many reasons why. CBS Chicago's Vince Gerasole spoke with the director of Mozart’s masterpiece.
No winter in the forecast as we break for the weekend! Pockets of drizzle still linger from Thursday's system with ongoing lake effect showers in northwest Indiana.
Chicago fire officials said the fire broke out around 2 a.m. inside a two-story multi-unit building in the 4300 block of West Thomas.
Several shell casings were found about a half block from the crashed car.
Sources on the scene told CBS News Chicago that a firefighter who responded to the fire was taken to Illinois Masonic Hospital with minor injuries.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The 53-foot Colorado blue spruce donated by the Holden-Shaddick family in Logan Square will be wrapped with thousands of lights.
A photo of a snow-made Old Style beer igloo posted on X, formally known as Twitter, has been viewed over 1.4 million times Friday morning.
The British pop star is bringing her Brat 2025 arena tour to the Allstate Arena on April 28 at 7 p.m
Cook Cook State's Attorney Kim Foxx sat down with CBS News Chicago to reflect on her legacy after eight years in office.
A judge released Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring in October, after he allegedly beat and tried to kidnap his estranged wife. He's now accused of killing her weeks later.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Indiana is ranked among the states with the weakest gun safety laws, in part because it does not have a law that requires safely storing firearms.
Craig Smith and Nick Foligno also scored as the 'Hawks stopped a three-game slide.
The Bears' defense hopes to make life miserable for Minnesota QB Sam Darnold this coming Sunday.
Will Riley led Illinois (3-1) with 18 points and nine rebounds while Kylan Boswell added 17 and Kasparas Jakucionis had 15.
Zach Lavine scored 27 points to lead Chicago. Torrey Craig added 15, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White had 14 each.
Morgan went 3-0 with a 1.93 ERA in 32 appearances last season for the AL Central champion Guardians.
One man suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
The woman was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in critical condition.
Don Archer helped police catch the thief in less than 24 hours.
When the girl woke up, the man fled the scene on a rental bicycle, according to police.
Alicia Robles said didn't initially feel the pain because she was still absorbing the situation—and then seconds later, her skin, she said, was on fire.
