Pizza falls in U.S. chain sale popularity | ChicagoNOW
The Wall Street Journal says the popularity of pizza is dwindling in the United States. Pizza restaurants were once the No. 2 category in U.S. chain sales, now they're in 6th place. They fall behind coffee chains, Mexican chains, and others.
The Wall Street Journal says the popularity of pizza is dwindling in the United States. Pizza restaurants were once the No. 2 category in U.S. chain sales, now they're in 6th place. They fall behind coffee chains, Mexican chains, and others.
The New York Times year in pictures | ChicagoNOW
The New York Times is helping us look back on 2025 with a compilation of some of the most powerful pictures taken by its journalists over the last year. Tanner Curtis, Co-Editor of 'The Year in Pictures', joins via zoom to take a look back.
The New York Times is helping us look back on 2025 with a compilation of some of the most powerful pictures taken by its journalists over the last year. Tanner Curtis, Co-Editor of 'The Year in Pictures', joins via zoom to take a look back.
Grammy-award winning poet J. Ivy counting down New Years in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
The city of Chicago is putting together a special event to help ring in the new year. Grammy-award winning poet, J. Ivy, joins live in studio to share more about this event.
The city of Chicago is putting together a special event to help ring in the new year. Grammy-award winning poet, J. Ivy, joins live in studio to share more about this event.
Looking back at ICE activity in Chicago during 2025 with Block Club Chicago | ChicagoNOW
The presence of ICE in Chicago has been one of the biggest stories to follow this year. Block Club Chicago's Francia Garcia Hernandez joins to give a breakdown of ICE activity in 2025.
The presence of ICE in Chicago has been one of the biggest stories to follow this year. Block Club Chicago's Francia Garcia Hernandez joins to give a breakdown of ICE activity in 2025.
Handling in-laws that are hard to deal with
60% of Americans say they have a hard time dealing with their in-laws. Relationship expert and certified marriage and family counselor, Love McPherson, joins via zoom to dive deeper and share some helpful tips.
60% of Americans say they have a hard time dealing with their in-laws. Relationship expert and certified marriage and family counselor, Love McPherson, joins via zoom to dive deeper and share some helpful tips.
New Illinois healthcare laws to know in 2026
New healthcare laws are set to go in effect in Illinois in the new year. Matthew L. Williams, Partner at Salvi, Schostock & Pritchard, joins via zoom to share a list of the most important changes.
New healthcare laws are set to go in effect in Illinois in the new year. Matthew L. Williams, Partner at Salvi, Schostock & Pritchard, joins via zoom to share a list of the most important changes.
TMZ: Police say they can't help former Nickelodeon star Tylor Chase
Former star of the Nickelodeon show 'Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide', Tylor Chase, has been spotted living on the streets with a meth addiction. Police say Chase is in need of long-term care but penal laws prevent cops from forcing him into a treatment facility. TMZ's Branson Quirke joins via zoom to share more on this story.
Former star of the Nickelodeon show 'Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide', Tylor Chase, has been spotted living on the streets with a meth addiction. Police say Chase is in need of long-term care but penal laws prevent cops from forcing him into a treatment facility. TMZ's Branson Quirke joins via zoom to share more on this story.
TMZ: D4vd likely to be indicted in Celeste Rivas murder
According to TMZ, an investigative grand jury has been hearing witnesses in Celeste Rivas' murder and will vote on indictments. TMZ's Branson Quirke joins via zoom to provide updates on this case.
According to TMZ, an investigative grand jury has been hearing witnesses in Celeste Rivas' murder and will vote on indictments. TMZ's Branson Quirke joins via zoom to provide updates on this case.
ChicagoNOW: The moments we loved in 2025
ChicagoNOW hosts Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody look back at some of the stories from 2025 that stayed with us.
ChicagoNOW hosts Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody look back at some of the stories from 2025 that stayed with us.
Doordashing for an engagement ring | ChicagoNOW
Bradley Cho is on a mission to save up for an engagement ring. His recent TikTok documenting his journey went viral with over 2 million likes. He joins live in studio to catch us up on his journey.
Bradley Cho is on a mission to save up for an engagement ring. His recent TikTok documenting his journey went viral with over 2 million likes. He joins live in studio to catch us up on his journey.
What pregnant patients should know about antidepressant use during pregnancy | ChicagoNOW
With the FDA examining claims about SSRI use during pregnancy, doctors are emphasizing the need for individualized care.
With the FDA examining claims about SSRI use during pregnancy, doctors are emphasizing the need for individualized care.
Filament Theatre debuts sensory experience for babies | ChicagoNOW
Filament Theatre is putting the youngest audiences first. RAIN: for babies and their carers, invites newborns and caregivers into a sensory-rich environment designed to support early development.
Filament Theatre is putting the youngest audiences first. RAIN: for babies and their carers, invites newborns and caregivers into a sensory-rich environment designed to support early development.
Uber joins year-in-review trend with new 'YOUBER' feature | ChicagoNOW
Uber is launching a new year-in-review feature that recaps users' rides and Uber Eats orders.
Uber is launching a new year-in-review feature that recaps users' rides and Uber Eats orders.
Are you using sunscreen correctly? Doctor explains what matters | ChicagoNOW
Dermatologist explains SPF labels, ingredient concerns and proper application to make sure your skin is actually protected.
Dermatologist explains SPF labels, ingredient concerns and proper application to make sure your skin is actually protected.
TMZ: New details in deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and wife | ChicagoNOW
TMZ joins us with the latest developments in the investigation into the murders of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
TMZ joins us with the latest developments in the investigation into the murders of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Electric bills spike as Illinois consumers face higher costs
Illinois residents are paying more for electricity this year, with ComEd’s supply price up 45% since June and natural gas costs climbing nearly 14%.
Illinois residents are paying more for electricity this year, with ComEd’s supply price up 45% since June and natural gas costs climbing nearly 14%.
Congress revisits UFOs in third hearing, MUFON expert points to evidence of ‘non-human technology’
As Congress holds hearings on UFOs, one longtime researcher says the debate is shifting away from whether they exist and toward what they represent.
As Congress holds hearings on UFOs, one longtime researcher says the debate is shifting away from whether they exist and toward what they represent.
Pro Football Hall of Fame, Payton Productions to launch ‘Awards of Character’
The Pro Football Hall of Fame ‘Awards of Character’ will highlight everyday heroes in a new national initiative.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame ‘Awards of Character’ will highlight everyday heroes in a new national initiative.
Van Leeuwen ice cream brings Malört flavor to Chicago for grand opening
A beloved New York ice cream brand is making its Midwest debut with a sweet and unique Chicago twist on Sept. 12.
A beloved New York ice cream brand is making its Midwest debut with a sweet and unique Chicago twist on Sept. 12.
Chicago doctors use rare fetal surgery to give young girl a thriving start
A four-year-old Chicago girl named Olivia is thriving after undergoing a rare fetoscopic surgery to treat spina bifida before she was born.
A four-year-old Chicago girl named Olivia is thriving after undergoing a rare fetoscopic surgery to treat spina bifida before she was born.