CT scanners unveil creepy secrets at Chicago’s Field Museum
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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.

Making Halloween inclusive for all kids
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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.

Halloween Pet Safety Tips | ChicagoNOW
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While humans love Halloween time - it can be a bit of a spook for our furry friends. Jim O’Boye, Owner, Hounds Town USA, Naperville joins with some tips to keep our pets happy and healthy this Halloween season.

Kids Singer Justin Roberts at Ravinia October 25th  at 11am
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Justin Roberts is performing his kids’ hits and some Halloween tunes at Ravinia this Saturday, October 25th, at 11am in the Martin Theatre. Kids are encouraged to wear costumes and stick around for trick or treating afterward! Justin joins live in studio to give a musical preview! Tickets are on sale now at ravinia.org ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.

Scares and Treats: Schaumburg Halloween Carnival & House of Creeps Haunted House | ChicagoNOW
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The Schaumburg Halloween Carnival kicks off October 17th and runs through November 2nd, with House of Creeps Haunted House, VIP (very insane person) bar and carnival rides. Kelli Packer joins to share all the scares and fun for visitors of all ages. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.

Chicago's 'Haunted River Tours' explores city's spooky history
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Chicago's haunted river tours explore the city's spooky history while cruising along the Chicago River and its famous architecture.

Chicago Arts in the Dark 2025: Everything you need to know

Arts in the Dark returns this weekend with dazzling floats, massive puppets and creative performances. Here's everything you need to know before you go.

The Pumpkin Butcher shows off his amazing carving designs
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The Pumpkin Butcher, based out of Chicago's Northwest suburbs, shows off some of his amazing pumpkin carving designs.

Haunted thrills across Chicagoland from Valentines Massacre to Fright Fest and Resurrection Mary
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Think you're brave enough to face the darkest corners of Chicagoland? This Halloween season, the region is packed with bone-chilling haunted houses, ghost-infested trails, and terrifying mazes that will test your nerves and thrill your senses.

Halloween 2025 costume trends: Here's what to consider
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It's officially spooky season! Bela Farkas, manager at Fantasy Costume shares this year's most popular Halloween costumes for kids and adults. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Halloween spirit on full display in the Chicago suburbs
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It was a cuteness overload this Halloween in Riverside with dozens of preschoolers donning their favorite costumes to get in the holiday spirit.

La Grange Park couple recreates iconic album covers with skeletons
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A lot of people go all out when it comes to decorating their homes for Halloween, but not all of these decorations have to be scary. Fox 32 photojournalists Ed Flynn and Todd Gaertner take you to La Grange Park to a home that's going all out!

Leftover pumpkins? DuPage Forest Preserve says think before you dispose
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Got leftover Halloween pumpkins? The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is urging residents to think twice before hauling those old orange orbs off to a forest preserve.

'Truck or Treat' event held at Ryan Field construction site
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A special Halloween celebration kicked off at the Ryan Field construction site in Evanston on Tuesday, with Northwestern University hosting a "Truck or Treat" event.