Julie Bosman

Amid blistering heat, economic anxiety and a tumultuous news cycle, we want to hear how you’re experiencing the season.

Democrats must decide what brand to put forward: an establishment name or a candidate on the left who has garnered excitement.

Some Democrats feared the decision by Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, the establishment candidate, could improve the primary prospects for Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, in a purple state.

Voters polled in the states, Iowa and Ohio, also voiced high levels of disapproval for President Trump’s performance.

The Obamas each took to the microphone, delivering speeches before a crowd of dignitaries, elected officials and Democratic supporters.

Today’s opening is expected to draw four former presidents, as well as Bruce Springsteen, Bono and Jennifer Hudson. Chicago has seen years of planning and legal fights.

Lincoln, Ill., where Abraham Lincoln once worked in the local courthouse, has lost two colleges, a bottle factory and now a state prison.

Delegates to the Minnesota Republican Party’s convention voted to hold a moment of silent prayer for Derek Chauvin, who was convicted of murdering George Floyd.

Andrew S. Boutros, the Trump-appointed U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, is said to be overseeing the criminal investigation.

The tornado in Nebraska stayed on the ground for 11 minutes. A new subdivision called Dirt Road was wiped out, while nearby homes went untouched.