The gatherings are part of a mass mobilization across the U.S. and globe positioned as a denouncement of President Donald Trump and his administration’s policies. In Chicago, they come amid sustained immigration raids.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson boldly called for Americans to stage a general strike during his speech at his city’s ‘No Kings’ rally on Saturday.

Following several "No Kings" protests across the country in June, organizers are now planning thousands of similar events this weekend.

The No Kings rally in Downtown Chicago was just one of many planned for around the Chicago area and the country. With their city caught in the country’s largest immigration enforcement operation, as many as 250,

Singers Brandy and Monica performed on Saturday in Chicago, as part of their “The Boy is Mine" Tour. But fans were disappointed and confused when Brandy, 46, left the United Center stage abruptly due to what seemed like technical difficulties.

The 11th annual "Arts in the Dark" Halloween parade returns to the Loop on Saturday night. The family-friendly parade will feature floats, puppets, and performances. The parade steps off on Randolph Street and continues along State Street from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Closures in The Loop are expected to begin Saturday afternoon.

Big crowds of protesters are expected Saturday across the U.S. in opposition to what some are characterizing as increasingly authoritarian practices.

The Cubs gave up several controllable assets to acquire Tucker from Houston, including All-Star infielder Isaac Paredes. Losing Tucker just one year later would be a massive blow and a major disappointment, leaving a significant hole in the middle of Chicago’s lineup.

Stacy Davis Gates unanimously won election Saturday to be the next president of the Illinois Federation of Teachers.