Danny Davis

Does the White House Understand the Value of an HBCU Education?

CBC members say HBCUs need more support.
02/13/2015

Holder Sending More ATF Agents to Help Chicago Fight Violent Crime

FBI also increases staffing in the violence-plagued city.
07/17/2014
SAT, racial disparities, education, college

Black Lawmakers to Host First Hearing on the Status of Black Males

The hearing will explore challenges faced by men and boys.
07/22/2013

Congressional Black Caucus Declares Gun Violence State of Emergency

Chicago lawmakers to hold a summit on urban violence.
07/11/2013
Rep. Robin Kelly (Illinois)

Robin Kelly Wins Illinois Democratic Primary to Replace Jesse Jackson Jr.

Kelly was backed by NY Mayor Bloomberg's gun control PAC.
02/26/2013

Reps. Danny Davis and Bobby Rush Endorse Robin Kelly to Replace Jesse Jackson Jr.

Davis, Rush endorse Kelly, citing support for gun control.
02/11/2013
Former Congresswoman Cardiss Collins Dies

Former Congresswoman Cardiss Collins Dead at 81

First Black woman to represent Illinois in Congress is dead.
02/08/2013

Jesse Jackson Jr.'s Mysterious Medical Leave of Absence

Jackson's office says he's being treated for exhaustion.
06/26/2012