In an unprecedented turn of events, President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor. This move has set the stage for a dramatic face-off between Harris and former President Donald Trump. Tune in for the four major takeaways from this past week. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with NBC 5 Chicago Online Visit NBC Chicago Website : https://www.nbcchicago.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbcchicago/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbcchicago/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nbcchicago X: https://twitter.com/nbcchicago

Autopsy findings released for Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman fatally shot in her Illinois home by a now-fired sheriff's deputy charged in her death, confirm that she died from a gunshot wound to the head. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with NBC 5 Chicago Online Visit NBC Chicago Website: https://www.nbcchicago.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbcchicago/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbcchicago/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nbcchicago X: https://twitter.com/nbcchicago

Secret Service and local officials went to canvas Chicago neighborhoods as questions are arising for those near the United Center and McCormick Place about the upcoming Democratic National Convention. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with NBC 5 Chicago Online Visit NBC Chicago Website: https://www.nbcchicago.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbcchicago/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbcchicago/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nbcchicago X: https://twitter.com/nbcchicago

A stretch of Wolf Road in Des Plaines near O’Hare International Airport has been targeted for a resurfacing project, NBC Chicago’s Kye Martin reports.

As Steve “Mongo” McMichael’s Hall of Fame induction approaches, his wife speaks on the event’s meaning to their family. NBC Chicago’s Mike Berman reports.

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City, state and federal officials unveiled a series of security procedures and plans around the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago, with concerns about large protests and issues following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump taking center stage. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with NBC 5 Chicago Online Visit NBC Chicago Website : https://www.nbcchicago.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbcchicago/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbcchicago/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nbcchicago X: https://twitter.com/nbcchicago

A suspect is in custody after an hours-long standoff in Schaumburg following a shooting stemming from a noise dispute between a resident and tree trimmer. NBC Chicago’s Randy Gyllenhaal reports.

President Joe Biden addressed Americans from the Oval Office Wednesday night on his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential election. NBC Chicago’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.

As Vice President and Howard University alum Kamala Harris has launched her presidential campaign, historically Black sororities have helped in fundraising. NBC Chicago’s Kate Chappell reports.

Friday’s massive outage was still being felt by scores of travelers on Monday, as many were having a difficult time trying to catch a flight home. NBC Chicago’s Christian Farr reports.

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Vice President Kamala Harris has secured the support of enough Democratic delegates to become her party’s nominee against Republican Donald Trump, according to an Associated Press survey taken in the aftermath of President Joe Biden’s decision to drop his bid for reelection. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with NBC 5 Chicago Online Visit NBC Chicago Website : https://www.nbcchicago.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbcchicago/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbcchicago/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nbcchicago X: https://twitter.com/nbcchicago

In wake of President Joe Biden’s sudden departure from the presidential race, some Republicans on Monday said they’re possibly looking to remove Biden from office before his term ends. NBC Chicago’s Charlie Wojciechowski reports.

The United Center revealed the ambitious $7 billion '1901 Project,' aimed at revitalizing Chicago's West Side. This landmark investment will include a new 6,000-seat music hall, retail spaces, housing, and expansive community green areas, generating 63,000 construction jobs and 13,000 permanent positions, according to the announcement. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with NBC 5 Chicago Online Visit NBC Chicago Website : https://www.nbcchicago.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbcchicago/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbcchicago/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nbcchicago X: https://twitter.com/nbcchicago

Now that President Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 Presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination, conversations are swirling about who she might pick as a running mate. NBC Chicago’s Kate Chappell reports.

Now that President Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 race and endorsed VP Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination, conversations are swirling about who she might pick as a running mate.

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Vice President Kamala Harris spoke for the first time today after President Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed her to become the Democratic candidate.

Here's a look inside President Joe Biden's historic decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the new nominee, as well as how it could affect the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago.