MLK Day holiday: What’s open and closed
Here's what is open and closed on Jan. 19, 2026, the day the nation commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy.
Here's what is open and closed on Jan. 19, 2026, the day the nation commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy.
Chicago organizations honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with weekend events
Shunda Collins from the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago discusses a special MLK weekend event and ways residents can honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through service and nonviolence.
Shunda Collins from the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago discusses a special MLK weekend event and ways residents can honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through service and nonviolence.
White Castle brings back Valentine’s Day ‘Love Castle’ tradition
Roses are red, sliders are square: White Castle’s Valentine’s Day tradition is back for another year.
Roses are red, sliders are square: White Castle’s Valentine’s Day tradition is back for another year.
Chicago Christmas music wrapped | ChicagoNOW
The holidays are over and so is Christmas music on 93.9 Lite FM. One local man who acts like Spotify wrapped for for the station and music it played, Matthew Fitzgerald, joins live in studio to break down what the most played songs were this year.
The holidays are over and so is Christmas music on 93.9 Lite FM. One local man who acts like Spotify wrapped for for the station and music it played, Matthew Fitzgerald, joins live in studio to break down what the most played songs were this year.
These cities rank as the best for keeping New Year's resolutions in 2026, data shows
WalletHub ranked the best U.S. cities for keeping New Year’s resolutions in 2026, finding that location can play a major role in whether people stick to their goals.
WalletHub ranked the best U.S. cities for keeping New Year’s resolutions in 2026, finding that location can play a major role in whether people stick to their goals.
Viral New Year reset routine is helping people adopt healthier habits
A new trend has offline hobbies replacing phones amid the new year mindset, backed by the science behind changing and rewiring habits.
A new trend has offline hobbies replacing phones amid the new year mindset, backed by the science behind changing and rewiring habits.
CPD recovers 10 weapons at illegal party
Chicago police recovered 10 weapons from an illegal party on New Year's Eve in the 25th district.
Chicago police recovered 10 weapons from an illegal party on New Year's Eve in the 25th district.
List: Take these dates off to maximize your vacation time in 2026
The amount of time off workers earn varies by company, but here are some ways to utilize your PTO for extended breaks this year.
The amount of time off workers earn varies by company, but here are some ways to utilize your PTO for extended breaks this year.
What’s open and closed on New Year’s Day 2026
Whether your stocking up on supplies or want to get an early start on new year's shopping, here's a list of what's open and closed in your area.
Whether your stocking up on supplies or want to get an early start on new year's shopping, here's a list of what's open and closed in your area.
New Year's Eve celebrations and fireworks around the world
Watch live fireworks all day and ring in 2026 with New Year’s Eve celebrations from across the world.
Watch live fireworks all day and ring in 2026 with New Year’s Eve celebrations from across the world.
Chicago takes national spotlight for New Year's Eve
Chicago is taking the national spotlight tonight, hosting its biggest new year’s eve celebration yet — right along the riverwalk. And at this hour, the party is officially getting started. Leslie Moreno has been there all night where the first performer is about to take the stage — and where safety is top of mind as crowds grow.
Chicago is taking the national spotlight tonight, hosting its biggest new year’s eve celebration yet — right along the riverwalk. And at this hour, the party is officially getting started. Leslie Moreno has been there all night where the first performer is about to take the stage — and where safety is top of mind as crowds grow.
Chicago rings in 2026 along Riverwalk with music, fireworks and heightened security
Chicago is taking the national spotlight as it rings in 2026 with its largest New Year’s Eve celebration to date along the Riverwalk.
Chicago is taking the national spotlight as it rings in 2026 with its largest New Year’s Eve celebration to date along the Riverwalk.
America 250: Big events across the country to have on your radar for 2026
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, museums and historic sites are launching exhibitions and events that reflect on the nation’s history, democratic values, and global influence.
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, museums and historic sites are launching exhibitions and events that reflect on the nation’s history, democratic values, and global influence.
Things to do in Chicago on New Year’s Eve 2025
Here’s a look at New Year’s Eve celebrations in Chicago to ring in 2026.
Here’s a look at New Year’s Eve celebrations in Chicago to ring in 2026.
Chicagoans talk about their 2026 New Year's resolutions
As the new year approaches, customers at Lou Mitchell’s shared their resolutions, from reading more and exercising to being more patient.
As the new year approaches, customers at Lou Mitchell’s shared their resolutions, from reading more and exercising to being more patient.
New laws taking effect in 2026: What you need to know
A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.
A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.
Drones join fireworks as cities ring in 2026 in style
From Las Vegas to Atlanta, major cities are adding drone light shows to traditional fireworks displays, blending new technology with classic celebrations to welcome the new year in increasingly creative ways.
From Las Vegas to Atlanta, major cities are adding drone light shows to traditional fireworks displays, blending new technology with classic celebrations to welcome the new year in increasingly creative ways.
Drones join fireworks as cities ring in 2026 in style
From Las Vegas to Atlanta, major cities are adding drone light shows to traditional fireworks displays, blending new technology with classic celebrations to welcome the new year in increasingly creative ways.
From Las Vegas to Atlanta, major cities are adding drone light shows to traditional fireworks displays, blending new technology with classic celebrations to welcome the new year in increasingly creative ways.
New Year’s Eve party options abound across Chicago
Chicagoans are getting ready to ring in the New Year with celebrations, partying and much more at the stroke of midnight.
Chicagoans are getting ready to ring in the New Year with celebrations, partying and much more at the stroke of midnight.
Chicagoans talk about their 2026 New Year's resolutions
FOX 32's Roseanne Tellez heads over to the iconic Lou Mitchell's to hear about what resolutions Chicagoans are chasing in the New Year.
FOX 32's Roseanne Tellez heads over to the iconic Lou Mitchell's to hear about what resolutions Chicagoans are chasing in the New Year.