Halloween

It’s one of the scariest Halloween attractions in the country. The 13th Floor Haunted House in Schiller Park is back for its 11th year.

This Halloween, Cook County is warning residents of rabid bats. The county's Dept. of Animal and Rabies Control put out an interactive map showing where rabid bats have been found.

Red Lion Pub in Lincoln Park is considered to be on of Chicago's most haunted bars. The pub, which opened in 1984 was built on grounds that were once a cemetery for cholera victims.

Professor Stephen Asma, PhD of Columbia College Chicago joins us to explore the lore and psychology behind our obsession with monsters — and why humans love to be scared. An expert on the history and philosophy of monsters and horror, Asma has authored several acclaimed books, including On Monsters: An Unnatural History of Our Worst Fears and The Evolution of Imagination. He’s also the creator of the YouTube series “Professor Asma’s Guide to Unusual Knowledge” and previously co-hosted the podcast “Chinwag” with actor Paul Giamatti.

ChicagoNOW teams up with PAWS Chicago to talk Halloween pet safety — from keeping furry friends calm during trick-or-treating to avoiding candy hazards and costume mishaps. Plus, meet sisters Abigail and Adeline, two playful pups looking for their forever homes and stealing hearts in their Halloween outfits!

Rose Pest Solutions' "Bug Girl," Janelle Iaccino discusses pest hibernation and other crawling creatures you might see in your home this fall.

ChicagoNOW dives into all things Halloween — from the viral Swedish candy obsession and a monkey on the loose at Spirit Halloween to the hottest costume of the year: K-Pop Demon Hunters. Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus also swap last-minute costume ideas (including Shrek, Fiona, and Boo Boos!) and tries to survive some creepy, crawly surprises in the studio.

Visitors get a behind-the-scenes look at Chicago’s 13th Floor Haunted House, showcasing its creative scares and spooky themes for Halloween.

Governor Pritzker is asking the Trump Administration to pause federal immigration operations in Chicago this weekend. He wants to make sure kids can enjoy Halloween without worry.

Emily Winson DVM from West Loop Veterinary Care breaks down what you need to know to keep your pets safe this Halloween.

This spooky season, we’re stepping inside Chicago’s International Museum of Surgical Science, where medicine meets mystery in the city’s Gold Coast. The museum blends science, history, and spookiness, showcasing medical relics from the past — including an X-ray shoe size fitter, an iron lung, and other fascinating (and eerie) artifacts that reveal how far medicine has come.

You might want to think twice about your Halloween costume this year - author and relationship expert Dr. Tara says your Halloween look could speak to the status of your relationship.

Downtown Highland Park is hosting it’s 2nd Annual Día de los Muertos Week, now through November 2, 2025. Diana Gran joins to run through the activities available.

The Trick of Treat on Southport takes place Monday in which several businesses will be handing out candy.

Chicago's Field Museum is world-famous for its massive collection of animal specimens. And with Halloween fast approaching, researchers are putting some of their creepiest critters into new machines to reveal their secrets.

Dr. Larissa Pavone from Northwestern Medicine joins ChicagoNOW to share tips and tricks to help overcome common barriers children with special needs face during traditional Halloween activities.

Inflatable pumpkins are taking over Hammond, Indiana.