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Rev. Jesse Jackson Honored Across Multiple Cities as Memorial Plans Expand
From Chicago to the Capitol, cities prepare to honor the civil rights icon with public services, livestreams, and a powerful call to continue his work.
Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Leader, Dead at 84
“A tireless change agent, he elevated the voices of the voiceless,” Jackson’s family said in a statement.
Rev. Jesse Jackson Discharged After Treatment for Neurological Condition
The civil rights icon suffers from a rare neurological condition called progressive supranuclear palsy.

Jelani Day’s Death Caused by Drowning, Coroner Finds
The 25-year-old Illinois State University student was last seen on Aug. 24. His body was found in the river on Sept. 4, and identified later in the month.

Rev. Jesse Jackson and Wife Hospitalized After Contracting COVID-19
The Rainbow PUSH Coalition announced the news Saturday, saying the civil rights leader and his wife were being treated at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

Donald Trump Jr. Insists His Father Isn't Racist Because He Hung Out With Rappers
Donald Trump Jr. denies that his father is racist, remarking that calling President Trump racist is a distraction from those who are "actually oppressed."

Rev. Jesse Jackson Announces Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosis
Jackson said he first noticed symptoms three years ago and is receiving treatment at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago.

Kim Kardashian, Jesse Jackson, and Pamela Anderson Remember 'Playboy' Founder Hugh Hefner
Hugh Hefner, 91, died peacefully at the Playboy Mansion Wednesday.

Jesse Jackson Visits Lamar Odom, Says He Is Currently on Life Support But "Recovering"
New details about Odom’s condition.