Cops to cannabis drivers? | ChicagoNOW
Talaria is giving retired Illinois police officers and veterans an unexpected new mission: protecting and transporting cash from medical and recreational cannabis proceeds. Based in Joliet, the company is building a workforce around former law enforcement and military professionals trained to handle high-risk, high-security assignments.
Talaria is giving retired Illinois police officers and veterans an unexpected new mission: protecting and transporting cash from medical and recreational cannabis proceeds. Based in Joliet, the company is building a workforce around former law enforcement and military professionals trained to handle high-risk, high-security assignments.
The ultimate guide to C2E2 2026 | ChciagoNOW
ChicagoNOW talks with the ReedPop Events Manager, Chris D'Lando, to discuss everything coming to the McCormick Place for C2E2 2026.
ChicagoNOW talks with the ReedPop Events Manager, Chris D'Lando, to discuss everything coming to the McCormick Place for C2E2 2026.
Taylor Frankie Paul's season of 'The Bachelorette' is canceled
ABC has canceled Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of “The Bachelorette” after the release of a disturbing 2023 video that shows the reality star throwing chairs at her ex Dakota Mortensen during a domestic violence incident.
ABC has canceled Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of “The Bachelorette” after the release of a disturbing 2023 video that shows the reality star throwing chairs at her ex Dakota Mortensen during a domestic violence incident.
NASA legend Colonel Eileen Collins & director Hannah Berryman talk "Spacewoman" documentary
The documentary "Spacewoman" explores the journey of a woman who dared to break barriers in the field of space exploration. Challenging limits, redefining possibilities, and proving that the sky is never the limit.
The documentary "Spacewoman" explores the journey of a woman who dared to break barriers in the field of space exploration. Challenging limits, redefining possibilities, and proving that the sky is never the limit.
Chris Pratt's kids don't know he's the voice of Mario | ChicagoNOW
Chris Pratt revealed that his three youngest kids have never watched a movie. He shares these children (ages 5,3, and 1) with his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger and take a strict "old school" approach to screens and technology. ChicagoNOW hosts Kaitlin Cody and Anthony Ponce weigh in with their takes on parenting screen time.
Chris Pratt revealed that his three youngest kids have never watched a movie. He shares these children (ages 5,3, and 1) with his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger and take a strict "old school" approach to screens and technology. ChicagoNOW hosts Kaitlin Cody and Anthony Ponce weigh in with their takes on parenting screen time.
Ian Lara at Zanies Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Named one of Variety’s “Comics to Watch” in 2023, Ian is a favorite at The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon with 5 appearances and counting. Ian is performing at Zanies Chicago and joins live in studio.
Named one of Variety’s “Comics to Watch” in 2023, Ian is a favorite at The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon with 5 appearances and counting. Ian is performing at Zanies Chicago and joins live in studio.
Battling food desert: Forty Acres Fresh Market
When faced with a food desert and inconvenient shopping options in the Austin neighborhood, one person tackled the issue head on. Founder of Forty Acres Fresh Market, Elizabeth Abunaw, joins live in studio to share more.
When faced with a food desert and inconvenient shopping options in the Austin neighborhood, one person tackled the issue head on. Founder of Forty Acres Fresh Market, Elizabeth Abunaw, joins live in studio to share more.
T.I. and 50 Cent's feud is so viral police are getting calls | ChicagoNOW
The 2026 T.I. and 50 Cent feud erupted after T.I. accused 50 Cent of backing out of a promised Verzuz battle, leading to personal online attacks involving family members. T.I. released multiple diss tracks ("War," "Right One," "What a Bully") while 50 Cent retaliated with now-deleted Instagram posts mocking T.I.'s wife and son.
The 2026 T.I. and 50 Cent feud erupted after T.I. accused 50 Cent of backing out of a promised Verzuz battle, leading to personal online attacks involving family members. T.I. released multiple diss tracks ("War," "Right One," "What a Bully") while 50 Cent retaliated with now-deleted Instagram posts mocking T.I.'s wife and son.
Rosemont restaurant week | ChicagoNOW
Rosemont Restaurant Week is scheduled to return Sunday, March 1 through Saturday, March 7. Owner of Carlucci Rosemont, Graziano Berto, joins to share more.
Rosemont Restaurant Week is scheduled to return Sunday, March 1 through Saturday, March 7. Owner of Carlucci Rosemont, Graziano Berto, joins to share more.
Tampa International Airport joke receives backlash | ChicagoNOW
Tampa International Airport's social media page on X posted a joke about a pajama ban that is receiving mass backlash. ChicagoNOW hosts, Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody, weigh in.
Tampa International Airport's social media page on X posted a joke about a pajama ban that is receiving mass backlash. ChicagoNOW hosts, Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody, weigh in.
iPods making a comeback | ChicagoNOW
Google trends says E-Bay searches for the iPod Classic and iPod Nano spiked more than 20% last year. Younger generations are possibly trying to get their hands on them to get around school phone bans. The iPod was discontinued in 2022.
Google trends says E-Bay searches for the iPod Classic and iPod Nano spiked more than 20% last year. Younger generations are possibly trying to get their hands on them to get around school phone bans. The iPod was discontinued in 2022.
Doritos launches protein chips | ChicagoNOW
New Doritos protein snacks are coming to stores this March in two flavors: Nacho Cheese and Sweet & Tangy BBQ. A 1 oz serving of Doritos protein chips has 10 grams of protein compared to the regular chips that have 2 grams per serving.
New Doritos protein snacks are coming to stores this March in two flavors: Nacho Cheese and Sweet & Tangy BBQ. A 1 oz serving of Doritos protein chips has 10 grams of protein compared to the regular chips that have 2 grams per serving.
'America's Time Capsule' what's going in the 250 year time capsule | ChicagoNOW
To celebrate the United State's 250th Independence Day the America250 Commission will be burying a time capsule at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia that will not be opened until 2276. ChicagoNOW hosts, Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody, go over some of the artifacts being saved.
To celebrate the United State's 250th Independence Day the America250 Commission will be burying a time capsule at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia that will not be opened until 2276. ChicagoNOW hosts, Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody, go over some of the artifacts being saved.
Black girl rest: The ultimate self-care experience | ChicagoNOW
Ladies of Virtue, the Chicago nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and mentoring Black girls to become confident and purpose-driven leaders, is hosting Black girl rest: the ultimate self-care experience.
Ladies of Virtue, the Chicago nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and mentoring Black girls to become confident and purpose-driven leaders, is hosting Black girl rest: the ultimate self-care experience.
Lunar New Year superstitions and Hammond Indiana Bears | ChicagoNOW
Kenzie & Roman break down Lunar New Year superstitions and weigh in on the possibility of the Hammond Indiana Bears.
Kenzie & Roman break down Lunar New Year superstitions and weigh in on the possibility of the Hammond Indiana Bears.
Trending topics with Kenzie & Roman | ChicagoNOW
Kenzie & Roman stop by ChicagoNOW to discuss 2026 Cubs slogan and Tony Clark's alleged fraud and affair scandal.
Kenzie & Roman stop by ChicagoNOW to discuss 2026 Cubs slogan and Tony Clark's alleged fraud and affair scandal.
Funding Down Syndrome research | ChicagoNOW
Funding Futures Chicago is holding its 14th annual fundraiser to support down syndrome research through the National Down Syndrome Society. Founder, Margie Doyle, and her son Colin, who is a self advocate for Funding Futures, join live in studio to share more about the event.
Funding Futures Chicago is holding its 14th annual fundraiser to support down syndrome research through the National Down Syndrome Society. Founder, Margie Doyle, and her son Colin, who is a self advocate for Funding Futures, join live in studio to share more about the event.
Local runners tackle marathons in Antarctica and Tokyo despite heart issues | ChicagoNOW
Two local runners are about to secure some major accomplishments. After experiencing heart challenges, Mike Sheehy and Gisselle Izaguirre, are gearing up to run marathons in Antarctica and Tokyo.
Two local runners are about to secure some major accomplishments. After experiencing heart challenges, Mike Sheehy and Gisselle Izaguirre, are gearing up to run marathons in Antarctica and Tokyo.
What did they eat on the Titanic? | ChicagoNOW
If you’ve ever wondered what the menu on the Titanic looked like, you can now make it at home with two different cookbooks. Veronica Hinke joins to discuss her new historically inspired cookbooks, 'Titanic: The Official Cookbook' and 'The Last Night on The Titanic: Unsinkable Drinking, Dining, and Style'.
If you’ve ever wondered what the menu on the Titanic looked like, you can now make it at home with two different cookbooks. Veronica Hinke joins to discuss her new historically inspired cookbooks, 'Titanic: The Official Cookbook' and 'The Last Night on The Titanic: Unsinkable Drinking, Dining, and Style'.
Antiques Roadshow appraiser Nicholas Lowry at Architecture & Design Film Festival | ChicagoNOW
The Architecture & Design Film Festival is an international film festival celebrating the creative spirit behind some of the world’s most remarkable architecture and design. 'Antiques Roadshow' appraiser, Nicholas Lowry, joins live in studio to discuss his film, "Identity: A Czech Graphic Design Love Story". Showtime is 6:30pm at the Gene Siskel Film Center. There will be a Q&A afterward.
The Architecture & Design Film Festival is an international film festival celebrating the creative spirit behind some of the world’s most remarkable architecture and design. 'Antiques Roadshow' appraiser, Nicholas Lowry, joins live in studio to discuss his film, "Identity: A Czech Graphic Design Love Story". Showtime is 6:30pm at the Gene Siskel Film Center. There will be a Q&A afterward.