Democratic National Convention

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Under spotlight of DNC, Mayor Brandon Johnson sought to boost progressive, pro-labor brand

With the convention over, Mayor Johnson can hope Chicago's smooth, successful turn as the host city will burnish his political star and inject fresh energy into a stalled progressive agenda.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks at Illinois’ Presidential Delegation breakfast at the Royal Sonesta Hotel on Aug. 21. 2024, in Chicago. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

“We lost around 60 to 70% of our lunchtime business,” said Brad Alaoui, chief operating officer of Roanoke Hospitality and operator of The Roanoke restaurant at 135 W. Madison St.

Politics |
DNC put Chicago in the limelight, but it also emptied the Loop of office workers

By many accounts, the week was marked by clean trains and stations and reliable service.

Politics |
DNC spotlight brought clean CTA stations and helpful staff: ‘If only it was this clean every day’

The host committee reported spending nearly $83 million in the lead-up to, during and in the month following the August convention.

Politics |
Gov. JB Pritzker and wife gave big for DNC, which raised $97M in all

By Dan Petrella

October 17, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.

The host committee reported spending nearly $83 million in the lead-up to, during and in...

Visitors to Chicago booked 3.4 million hotel rooms from June through August, up 5% over last summer, according to data released Tuesday by Choose Chicago, the city’s tourism arm.

Business |
From Lollapalooza to the DNC, summer events boost Chicago hotels to record revenue

By Robert Channick

October 1, 2024 at 1:34 p.m.

Visitors to Chicago booked 3.4 million hotel rooms from June through August, up 5% over...

On the second night of the convention, the average daily room rate was 76% higher than the same day a year earlier.

Politics |
Downtown lodging industry was big winner during last week’s DNC, thanks to higher room rates and full hotels

By Brian J. Rogal

August 29, 2024 at 5:00 a.m.

On the second night of the convention, the average daily room rate was 76% higher...

Although the Biden administration’s “Keeping Families Together” program only began accepting applications last week, families and immigration attorneys say confusion, uncertainty and frustration is already mounting.

Immigration |
Immigrant families in limbo after judge puts US program for spouses on hold

By Valerie Gonzalez

August 28, 2024 at 10:28 a.m.

Although the Biden administration’s “Keeping Families Together” program only began accepting applications last week, families...

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign says it has now raised $540 million for its election battle against Republican nominee former President Donald Trump.

Elections |
Kamala Harris campaign says it’s raised $540 million and saw a surge of donations during the convention

By Associated Press

November 4, 2024 at 11:46 a.m.

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign says it has now raised $540 million for its election...

Chicago just had one of the best weeks in its history.

Editorials |
Editorial: Chicago and the Democrats both rebranded together in a dazzling show of DNC strength

By The Editorial Board

August 25, 2024 at 12:14 p.m.

Chicago just had one of the best weeks in its history.

As crowds roared inside the United Center at the DNC, the whole spectacle has been nothing short of a “nuisance” for Dee Henderson.

Politics |
What life is like when the DNC is your neighbor for a week: ‘They caged me in’

By Nell Salzman

August 23, 2024 at 5:56 p.m.

As crowds roared inside the United Center at the DNC, the whole spectacle has been...

Some of the most buzzed-about moments during the 2024 Democratic National Convention had little to do with policy and campaigns and nearly everything to do with the soundtrack.

Politics |
Lil Jon and Stevie Wonder, country artists and rumors of Beyoncé: the soundtrack of the DNC

By Molly Morrow

August 23, 2024 at 5:56 p.m.

Some of the most buzzed-about moments during the 2024 Democratic National Convention had little to...

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