Robin Kelly Launches Senate Bid to Succeed Dick Durbin, Citing Experience and Grit

May 9, 2025

By: Tacuma Roeback, Chicago Defender Managing Editor

Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin Wins Third Term in Matteson, Celebrates Economic Revival and Visionary Leadership

May 9, 2025

By: Site Editor

Robin Kelly Announces U.S. Senate Bid to Succeed Dick Durbin

May 6, 2025

By: Tacuma Roeback, Chicago Defender Managing Editor

Juliana Stratton Secures Endorsements from JB Pritzker and Tammy Duckworth in U.S. Senate Bid

April 29, 2025

By: The Chicago Defender

Senator Dick Durbin to Retire in 2026, Ending Over 40 Years of Public Service

April 23, 2025

By: The Chicago Defender

Illinois Leaders Respond to Trump’s Move to Dismantle Department of Education

March 21, 2025

By: Tacuma Roeback, Chicago Defender Managing Editor

Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Hosts 2025 Soiree to Unify and Strengthen Advocacy

February 19, 2025

By: Site Editor

Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Funding Freeze: Key Programs Saved—for Now

January 28, 2025

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Illinois House Speaker on Budget Challenges, Trump’s Impact, and His Historic Leadership

January 23, 2025

By: Tacuma Roeback, Chicago Defender Managing Editor

Chicago Flips Red: Black Organization Senses Opportunity with Trump Presidency

January 21, 2025

By: Marshelle Sanders