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Chicago's top 10 news stories of 2024

The city thrived in the spotlight for the Democratic National Convention during a tough year for Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Chicago Sun-Times

Dick Cheney endorses Kamala Harris: A list of prominent conservatives voting blue in November

Dick Cheney and a growing list of high-profile Republicans are backing Kamala Harris, citing Trump as a threat to democracy.

Latin Times

Gus Walz’s unbridled emotion on the DNC stage opens the door to more understanding of neurodiversity

“That’s my dad. That’s MY DAD!” a visibly emotional Gus Walz exclaimed, with tears in his eyes, at the Democratic National Convention. It is rare to see this kind of wholesome love and admiration, especially in a public setting, from a teenager toward their parent.

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Who says boys don’t cry? Why we must encourage men and boys to express their emotions

The Democratic National Convention recently wrapped up in Chicago, where Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz were officially nominated as the party’s ticket for the 2024 presidential election.

The Conversation

U.S. convention season is done — but here’s why the marquee political events, past and present, are critical

Given the days of political pageantry at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago have come to an end, it’s an opportune time to examine parallels to past conventions — particularly those in the Windy City, a locale that has long been the grounds for historic political coronations.

The Conversation

Texas took center stage at the Democratic National Convention, but don’t call it a battleground state

Several Texans took the DNC stage to blast Republican policies and reach out to a younger generation. But the Harris campaign still doesn’t view Texas as a major target.

The Texas Tribune

Democratic National Convention Closing Night Draws Record Viewership

The Democratic National Convention's closing night drew higher viewership than the Republican convention, with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the n...

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Democratic National Convention Dominates Ratings Over Republican Convention

The Democratic National Convention's final evening drew higher TV ratings than the Republican convention, with speculation about Beyoncé's appearance addin...

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Parties and grief: A stark contrast at the Democratic National Convention

As jubilant Democrats celebrated Kamala Harris, advocates bereaved by atrocities in Gaza tried to make themselves heard.

Al Jazeera

Riding high on DNC momentum, Kamala Harris faces a fierce fight to the finish

US presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have entered the final 10-week stretch to election day, with the Democrat surging after an electrifying speech accepting her party's nomination at the Democratic National Convention (DNC). But with some voters on the left still unconvinced, a final victory is far from…

Radio France Internationale

DJ Cassidy's Unconventional Playlist Wows Democratic National Convention

Discover how DJ Cassidy curated a diverse playlist for the Democratic National Convention's unconventional roll call, leaving a lasting impact on viewers.

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Kamala Harris Supports Biden's Unrealized Gains Tax, According to Insiders

As the Democratic National Convention approaches day three, Kamala Harris's economic blueprint has leaked a surprise tax on unrealized gains.

International Business Times

MAGA Token Tops 55% Rally in Trump Meme Market as Election Odds Favor Republican Presidency

Donald Trump-themed memecoins like MAGA crypto are making a splash after a mid-Kamala Harris speech at the Democratic National Convention.

International Business Times

‘Coconut farmers for Harris,’ influencers and vertical signs – Smithsonian curators’ encounters at the Democratic National Convention

At the 2024 Democratic National Convention alongside politicians and delegates from across the country are political history curators from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, who are collecting what museum curators call “ephemera” – items that people wear, carry, hand out, display or otherwise use during the convention.

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Capitol Lens | DNC recap - Roll Call

CHICAGO — Roll Call’s photojournalists share their most memorable image from the past week at the Democratic National Convention.

The Conversation

Harris delivers warm and strong acceptance speech as Democrats take joy, hope and renewal to the electorate

In the recent history of convention speeches, Kamala Harris’ remarks at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago were relatively short. But they hit all the right notes.

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Chicago Protests At Democratic National Convention Highlight Gaza Conflict

Protests outside the Democratic National Convention in Chicago highlighted the Gaza conflict and anti-war sentiments, emphasizing peace, justice, and civic...

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Survivors Share Stories Of Gun Violence Impact At DNC

Survivors and advocates at the Democratic National Convention share powerful stories of gun violence, emphasizing the need for preventive measures.

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‘Infringement of press freedom’: Press body slams journos’ arrest at pro-Palestine protest in Chicago

Two days after three photojournalists were detained at Chicago in the USA while documenting a protest against the Democratic National Convention outside the Israeli Consulate, US-based press body Women Press Freedom has called it a “blatant infringement of press freedom”.

The Guardian - UK

Friday briefing: Five key takeaways as Harris closes the Democratic national convention

In today’s newsletter: The presidential nominee’s big speech, no speaking slot for a Palestinian American, and a glut of celebrities

The Independent UK

Kamala Harris vows to ‘write next great chapter’ as battle with Trump officially begins

Vice-president charts a ‘new way forward’ with her barrier-breaking candidacy

The Guardian - US

Warriors’ Steph Curry endorses Kamala Harris in surprise appearance at DNC

Stephen Curry popped up on the big screens at the Democratic National Convention to endorse Kamala Harris’ campaign on Thursday night

Al Jazeera

Key takeaways from the fourth night of the Democratic National Convention

Vice President Kamala Harris has accepted the Democratic nomination at the fourth and final night of the convention.

France 24

Kamala Harris accepts Democratic nomination, vows to be president 'for all Americans'

US Vice President Kamala Harris accepted her party's historic presidential nomination at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night, seizing one of her few remaining opportunities to address an audience of millions. Harris detailed her life story and contrasted her vision with her opponent Donald Trump's, inviting Americans to chart…

The Independent UK

At DNC, Gabrielle Giffords joins survivors of gun violence and families of those killed in shootings

Survivors and family members of victims of gun violence gave a powerful attestation at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday to the ways shootings impacted their lives and spurred them to advocacy

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