Rev. Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon and two-time presidential candidate, dies at 84

Local Killeen officials react to death of Rev. Jesse Jackson

A giant of the Civil Rights era, Rev. Jesse Jackson, died Tuesday at the age of 84. Jackson, who marched with Martin Luther King Jr. and twice ran for United States President, was mourned by many and hailed for his…

Local leader reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson’s legacy

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — A global civil rights leader remembered across the country is also being remembered in the Ohio Valley. Fourth Ward Councilman Royal Mayo said the visit by the Rev. Jesse Jackson left a lasting impact on both him and the local community. “It’s a tremendous loss and I don’t know who’s gonna [...]

Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Leader Who Fought for Economic Justice, Dies at 84

“His unwavering belief in justice, equality, and love uplifted millions, and we ask you to honor his memory by continuing the fight for the values he lived by,” said Jackson’s family.

Oklahoma Voice - A ‘servant leader’ honored: The nation pays tribute to Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon

WASHINGTON — Tributes poured in across the country for the revered civil rights figure the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., who died Tuesday morning at 84.

Jesse Jackson Knew Better Than to Forget

The civil rights icon died Tuesday at the age of 84. Jackson always held America to account—and never stopped fighting to preserve what he knew could be taken away.

Chicagoans Remember Rev. Jesse Jackson For His Impact In Push For Civil Rights

Across the globe, Jackson is being remembered, and in Chicago, where Jackson and his family were anchored, the loss is truly felt.