We mourn the profound loss of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., a towering force in the struggle for justice, equality and democracy. Rev. Jackson devoted his life to lifting up the voices of the marginalized and protecting the sacred right to vote.

Clothing is expensive! Here are ideas for making solid purchase decisions and care tips for longevity. 

Who likes waste? Humanity has created innumerable systems and strategies to not waste time and energy. But physical waste? Here’s where we drop the ball.

We’re excited to announce the launch of our nonpartisan voter registration and education partnership with Greater Chicago Food Depository.

LWV Chicago’s new initiative expands nonpartisan Election Protection efforts with trained community PeaceKeepers to prevent conflict and support voters during 2026 election cycle.

The Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. Young Voter Empowerment Law would ensure that every Illinois high school offers nonpartisan voter registration to eligible students before they graduate.

This year, make climate action achievable. We have ideas for you to try out, then adopt what works for you!

Benjamin Franklin wrote in a 1789 letter, "in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Here is a list of Chicago consumer taxes you can skip altogether and help the planet at the same time!

This month, Chicago in Focus welcomed Seoyeon Sohn, M.A., M.P.P, who shared practical tools for talking with children about hard topics, answering tough questions honestly and helping them feel safe, heard and empowered.

It’s the most wonderful time of year! We have gift ideas for everyone on your list—and yourself.

This past Saturday, following the No Kings Day march, I drove over to Broadview Detention Center. There, I had the privilege of standing shoulder to shoulder with one of the most powerful assemblies of everyday Americans I have ever witnessed.

As communities prepare for the upcoming NO KINGS protests, watch our free webinar to learn how to protect your rights, stay safe while exercising free speech, and be prepared for peaceful civic action.

In the Roman Republic, ultimate sovereignty was supposed to lie with the populus Romanus—the Roman people. In reality, however, senators and wealthy elites often guided the process through custom and influence.

The League of Women Voters urges Chicago to expand support for Chicago’s gender-based violence services. Read our testimony to the Chicago City Council Committee on Health and Human Relations.

We celebrated Constitution Day with a special talk by John Engle, our historian-in-residence! John explored the framing of the Constitution, including its historical context and role in shaping the politics of the young republic.

Hunger Action Month is a great opportunity to remind each other of how ending food waste can build food security right here in Chicago.

Leaguers from around the state joined us to support the NO TROOPS IN CHICAGO rally to protest the threats against our city, the immigrant population, education, and our democracy.

We have five great tips for a plastic-free, zero waste Back to School or Office.

The President has once again threatened to deploy the National Guard with a rationale of lies—this time to Chicago—against the wishes of local and state officials and the general public.

Today is Women's Equality Day, yet women have fewer rights than they'd had in decades. To mark the occasion, LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby sat down for a conversation with Jill Wine-Banks.