'Teen trend' parent text alert ahead of this weekend | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago activist & businessman, Early Walker, is stepping up to help parents take back control. With the rise of dangerous "teen takeover" trends, Walker has created the 'Teen Trend' Parent Text Alert Line which is a brand new tool designed to bring parents together, share real-time information, and put a stop to chaotic gatherings before they start.
Chicago activist & businessman, Early Walker, is stepping up to help parents take back control. With the rise of dangerous "teen takeover" trends, Walker has created the 'Teen Trend' Parent Text Alert Line which is a brand new tool designed to bring parents together, share real-time information, and put a stop to chaotic gatherings before they start.
High-speed police chase through Chicago suburbs ends in arrest
A Des Plaines man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase through west-suburban streets over the weekend has been ordered held in custody pending trial.
A Des Plaines man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase through west-suburban streets over the weekend has been ordered held in custody pending trial.
Mortgage rates surge to highest level since July | ChicagoLIVE
As mortgage rates climb to their highest levels since July, the housing market is shifting yet again. What does this mean for your wallet, your move, or your listing? Stephen Kates, Financial Analyst from Bankrate, joins to break down the latest real estate surge.
As mortgage rates climb to their highest levels since July, the housing market is shifting yet again. What does this mean for your wallet, your move, or your listing? Stephen Kates, Financial Analyst from Bankrate, joins to break down the latest real estate surge.
Driver pleads guilty to fleeing fatal hit-and-run crash in Chicago suburb: prosecutors
A man pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of a fatal crash in west suburban Sugar Grove after striking and killing a pedestrian in 2024, prosecutors said.
A man pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of a fatal crash in west suburban Sugar Grove after striking and killing a pedestrian in 2024, prosecutors said.
Chicago weather: Cool sunshine and beach hazards stick around Thursday
The Chicago area is partly to mostly sunny today with highs in the 50s and 60s.
The Chicago area is partly to mostly sunny today with highs in the 50s and 60s.
Gen Z women buying homes at higher rates than Gen Z men, report finds | ChicagoNOW
A new report shows single Gen Z women are buying homes at nearly double the rate of men, even as first-time homeownership falls to its lowest level in decades.
A new report shows single Gen Z women are buying homes at nearly double the rate of men, even as first-time homeownership falls to its lowest level in decades.
Chicago-area home listings disappear from Zillow amid real estate dispute | ChicagoNOW
A major real estate battle could change how Chicago buyers search for homes after Zillow lost access to many local listings.
A major real estate battle could change how Chicago buyers search for homes after Zillow lost access to many local listings.
TMZ: Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds face $2M unpaid contractor claims on New York home | ChicagoNOW
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ massive New York dream home is reportedly still unfinished as more than $2 million in contractor debt claims pile up behind the scenes.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ massive New York dream home is reportedly still unfinished as more than $2 million in contractor debt claims pile up behind the scenes.
TMZ: Gov. Gavin Newsom frustrated over stalled wildfire recovery proposal | ChicagoNOW
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he’s frustrated and surprised after a wildfire recovery proposal aimed at rebuilding parts of Los Angeles stalled at City Hall.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he’s frustrated and surprised after a wildfire recovery proposal aimed at rebuilding parts of Los Angeles stalled at City Hall.
Republicans clash over Trump's White House ballroom funding request
Senate Republicans are divided over President Trump’s push for funding tied to a new White House ballroom and border security package, as lawmakers debate costs, spending priorities, and whether Congress can meet the president’s June 1 deadline.
Senate Republicans are divided over President Trump’s push for funding tied to a new White House ballroom and border security package, as lawmakers debate costs, spending priorities, and whether Congress can meet the president’s June 1 deadline.
Chicago-area man shared child sexual abuse material online, officials say
A suburban Chicago man is facing 10 felony charges after authorities say he possessed and shared child sexual abuse material involving victims as young as toddlers.
A suburban Chicago man is facing 10 felony charges after authorities say he possessed and shared child sexual abuse material involving victims as young as toddlers.
Judge denies request for special prosecutor in Operation Midway Blitz misconduct case
A Cook County judge denied a petition seeking a special prosecutor to investigate alleged misconduct by federal agents during "Operation Midway Blitz."
A Cook County judge denied a petition seeking a special prosecutor to investigate alleged misconduct by federal agents during "Operation Midway Blitz."
Retatrutide, Eli Lilly's next obesity drug, fueled dramatic weight loss in clinical trial
Retatrutide, Eli Lilly’s next obesity shot, showed far more weight loss in clinical trial patients than other blockbuster obesity drugs.
Retatrutide, Eli Lilly’s next obesity shot, showed far more weight loss in clinical trial patients than other blockbuster obesity drugs.
Trump announces rollback of Biden-era refrigerator and AC regulations
President Donald Trump announced the rollback of Biden-era regulations on refrigerators and air conditioners, arguing the rules raised costs for transporting refrigerated goods and increased prices for everyday consumer products.
President Donald Trump announced the rollback of Biden-era regulations on refrigerators and air conditioners, arguing the rules raised costs for transporting refrigerated goods and increased prices for everyday consumer products.
Chicago man indicted for ramming car into ICE agent's truck: prosecutors
A federal grand jury has indicted a man who allegedly used his car to ram the vehicle of an ICE agent last fall during Operation Midway Blitz.
A federal grand jury has indicted a man who allegedly used his car to ram the vehicle of an ICE agent last fall during Operation Midway Blitz.
Video shows Chicago driver ram ICE agent's truck during Operation Midway Blitz
A federal grand jury indicted a man who allegedly used his car to ram the vehicle of an ICE agent last fall during Operation Midway Blitz.
A federal grand jury indicted a man who allegedly used his car to ram the vehicle of an ICE agent last fall during Operation Midway Blitz.
Cook County judge denies request for special prosecutor in Operation Midway Blitz misconduct case
A judge has ruled against appointing a special prosecutor to investigate alleged federal misconduct during “Operation Midway Blitz."
A judge has ruled against appointing a special prosecutor to investigate alleged federal misconduct during “Operation Midway Blitz."
40 things to do in Chicago Memorial Weekend 2026
Chicago is packed with things to do this Memorial Day weekend, from Forever Mine Fest and Sueños to Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest, Randolph Street Market and the annual Memorial Day parade downtown.
Chicago is packed with things to do this Memorial Day weekend, from Forever Mine Fest and Sueños to Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest, Randolph Street Market and the annual Memorial Day parade downtown.
Illinois State Police forensic chemist charged with dozens of sex crimes involving minor
A forensic chemist with Illinois State Police was charged with more than two dozen felony sex crimes tied to allegations dating back more than 20 years ago.
A forensic chemist with Illinois State Police was charged with more than two dozen felony sex crimes tied to allegations dating back more than 20 years ago.
Chicago police officer hospitalized after suspect allegedly hit him with brass knuckles
A Chicago police officer suffered severe facial injuries after authorities said a registered sex offender attacked him with brass knuckles during an assault on the Southwest Side.
A Chicago police officer suffered severe facial injuries after authorities said a registered sex offender attacked him with brass knuckles during an assault on the Southwest Side.