Amber alert for pets
According to FidoAlert, 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime. Halloween is especially risky, as it’s the second most common holiday for pets to go missing. FidoAlert provides pet owners a way to be reunited with their furry family members.
Stone crab season returns: Truluck’s shares tips for enjoying fresh Florida claws
Truluck’s chefs show how to crack and savor fresh, never-frozen stone crabs, while highlighting sustainable harvesting and what makes this seafood season a must-try for diners.
SkyRise Chicago participants prepare to climb 105 floors for Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Patients, therapists, and families are gearing up for the inspiring Willis Tower challenge, raising funds to support life-changing rehabilitation at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Pilsen's 'Carrera de los Muertos' 5K celebrates culture, community amid immigration fears
With 8,000 runners set to take part, founder Carlos Jaramillo shares how the beloved Day of the Dead race uplifts local businesses and supports CPS girls through the Girls MPowered program.
No SNAP benefits to be issued in November, USDA confirms
The U.S. Department of Agriculture posted on its website, "The well has run dry."
Boeing defense workers on strike in the Midwest reject the company’s latest contract offer
Boeing workers at three Midwest plants where military aircraft and weapons are developed voted Sunday to reject the company’s latest contract offer and to continue a strike that started almost three months ago.
Change your clocks as Daylight saving time ends
Daylight saving time will officially end at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, November 2, when clocks “fall back” one hour.
Botox-like treatment eases phantom limb pain for Ukrainian war amputees
A groundbreaking Northwestern Medicine study finds that a Botox-like injection can dramatically reduce phantom limb pain in Ukrainian war amputees. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Dr. Steven Cohen, senior study author and Director of Pain Research at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, about how this innovative treatment targets nerves to relieve pain and help amputees regain mobility and use of prosthetics.
Chipotle bringing back 'Boorito' deal with $6 entrées – here's how to get yours
Chipotle’s "Boorito" is back for Halloween. Here’s how to get the deal.
Chicago’s Maple & Ash celebrates 10 years of modern steakhouse flair
Chef Danny Grant joins us to mark a decade of Maple & Ash — the Gold Coast favorite known for its elevated dining and signature dishes. The restaurant’s 10-year celebration runs October 23–26 with special menus and anniversary events.
Gameday foods done right by City Barbeque
The folks from City Barbeque swing by Orange Friday to show off their intoxicating medley of delicious gameday eats.
Tesla issues recall for Model 3 and Model Y cars over battery defect that raises crash risk
The recall covers nearly 13,000 Tesla’s after the automaker identified claims and field reports tied to the battery issue.
Foo Fighters to bring 2026 stadium tour to Chicago's Soldier Field
The Foo Fighters are bringing their 2026 stadium tour to Soldier Field in Chicago on Aug. 8, 2026.
Humans replace dummies in UIC medical training
At the University of Illinois College of Medicine, students are now learning from real human actors instead of plastic dummies. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Bob Kaiser, Interim Executive Director of the Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute at UIC, about how more than 160 actors are helping future doctors and nurses practice communication, diagnosis and patient care.
Cracker Barrel CEO breaks silence on logo U-turn
Cracker Barrel's CEO addressed the decision to change its logo - and then reverse course after customer backlash.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — Nate Bargatze, Markets for Makers, The Sound of Music
From The Sound of Music, Nate Bargatze at United Center, Markets for Makers, and several Halloween-themed events, here's what happening in Chicago Oct. 24-26.
What to know about SNAP benefits as government shutdown continues
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
Nearly 2M Illinoisans could lose food assistance on Nov. 1 due to government shutdown, state says
Nearly 2 million Illinois residents could lose federal food assistant starting next month if the government shutdown continues.
Chicago TSA union leader speaks out on toll of government shutdown
As the federal shutdown stretches into its third week, the president of AFGE Local 777 discusses how unpaid TSA agents at Chicago’s airports are coping, what travelers can expect, and how long workers can hold on.
Winemaker warns of 'really scary' ingredients hiding in American wine bottles across the industry
Attention wine lovers! Before you pour another glass, you might want to know what’s really swirling inside it.