According to a Facebook post from Jesse Jackson Jr., during the trip to South Carolina, the late Rev. Jesse Jackson's widow, Jacqueline, became ill, so she will be returning to Chicago. The rest of ...

Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson leaves behind a movement that lacks a single unifying leader, but his legacy of inclusion could help it carry on.

In some ways, the fact that there is no obvious individual to take the mantle is part of Jackson’s legacy, say civil rights activists, elected leaders and scholars. He advocated for leaders at all ...

Not just a civil rights giant but a hometown hero, Jackson inspired thousands of Chicagoans to line up in the cold to pay their respects. Here's what they had to say.

Jackson's family amended funeral services Thursday to include celebration of life services in South Carolina and Washington, ...

As the Civil Rights icon is laid to rest, neighbors and friends who knew the Rev. Jesse Jackson reflect on how extraordinary, ...

Jesse Jackson's death at 84 brings reflections on his enduring legacy, from inspiring youth with hope to his pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement.

Emotions are running high across our nation in the wake of political differences. Pastor Jesse Bradley of Grace Community Church in Washington says faith can help bridge the divide. I spoke to him ...

House Speaker Mike Johnson has denied a request for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. to lie in honor at the United States ...

Jackson’s legacy, despite its controversies, is one of showing up when it matters. That’s something we can learn from him. New evidence of hitman, Haitian gang in UM football star’s murder, defense ...

An ordained Baptist minister, Rev. Jesse Jackson championed a campaign to unify faith groups around common social ills, Black faith leaders say.

Chicago continues to mourn the Reverend Jesse Jackson after his death and flags outside City Hall are at half staff Wednesday ...