Chicago mayor vetoes effort to keep subminimum wage for tipped workers
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Wednesday vetoed a City Council measure to reverse the phasing out of the subminimum wage for tipped workers.
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Wednesday vetoed a City Council measure to reverse the phasing out of the subminimum wage for tipped workers.
‘Flying’ Joro spiders spreading across U.S. | ChicagoLIVE
Experts say Joro spiders are spreading across the U.S., reaching multiple states along the East Coast, but pose little threat to humans.
Experts say Joro spiders are spreading across the U.S., reaching multiple states along the East Coast, but pose little threat to humans.
Illinois lawmakers call for repeal of TRUST Act after killing of Sheridan Gorman | ChicagoLIVE
Republican state senators are pushing to repeal sanctuary policies.
Republican state senators are pushing to repeal sanctuary policies.
Investigators examine possible earlier incident in Nancy Guthrie case | ChicagoLIVE
The search for Nancy Guthrie continues as authorities look into a possible incident that may have occurred weeks before she was last seen.
The search for Nancy Guthrie continues as authorities look into a possible incident that may have occurred weeks before she was last seen.
EEOC finds Planned Parenthood segregated employees by race; Illinois affiliate agrees to $500K settlement
Planned Parenthood of Illinois has been ordered to pay $500,000 following an investigation by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which found that the entity "engaged in unlawful discrimination and harassment against White employees."
Planned Parenthood of Illinois has been ordered to pay $500,000 following an investigation by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which found that the entity "engaged in unlawful discrimination and harassment against White employees."
Minooka leaders approve kratom ban, effective immediately | ChicagoLIVE
A new ordinance in Minooka bans the sale of kratom, with local leaders saying the move is aimed at raising awareness and protecting public health.
A new ordinance in Minooka bans the sale of kratom, with local leaders saying the move is aimed at raising awareness and protecting public health.
Chicago seeks artists for new DuSable statue | ChicagoLIVE
The Chicago Park District is inviting artists to submit proposals for a statue honoring Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, set to be installed at the future DuSable Park along the lakeshore.
The Chicago Park District is inviting artists to submit proposals for a statue honoring Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, set to be installed at the future DuSable Park along the lakeshore.
2 shot near University of Chicago within one hour, 1 dead, police say
Two shootings near the University of Chicago on Wednesday left one man dead, another critically hurt and multiple suspects at large.
Two shootings near the University of Chicago on Wednesday left one man dead, another critically hurt and multiple suspects at large.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoes pause to subminimum wage hike
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Wednesday announced he will veto a City Council measure to reverse the phasing out of the subminimum wage for tipped workers.
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Wednesday announced he will veto a City Council measure to reverse the phasing out of the subminimum wage for tipped workers.
3 children, 71-year-old man killed in Chicago-area house fire
Four people, including three local students, died in a house fire early Wednesday in Chicago's south suburbs.
Four people, including three local students, died in a house fire early Wednesday in Chicago's south suburbs.
McDonald’s drops ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ menu collaboration | ChicagoNOW
McDonald’s is rolling out new meals inspired by “KPop Demon Hunters,” featuring exclusive items, collectibles and app-based content.
McDonald’s is rolling out new meals inspired by “KPop Demon Hunters,” featuring exclusive items, collectibles and app-based content.
How the DHS shutdown is impacting TSA workers in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
As the shutdown continues, an expert explains how the shutdown could impact wait times and security at O’Hare and Midway airports.
As the shutdown continues, an expert explains how the shutdown could impact wait times and security at O’Hare and Midway airports.
Former UFC fighter Alberto Crane shares battle with MS | ChicagoNOW
Alberto Crane reflects on his UFC career, his multiple sclerosis diagnosis and how he’s staying strong while raising awareness for MS.
Alberto Crane reflects on his UFC career, his multiple sclerosis diagnosis and how he’s staying strong while raising awareness for MS.
Could microbes like those in ‘Project Hail Mary’ exist in real life? | ChicagoNOW
Scientists say the idea behind “Project Hail Mary” may not be as far-fetched as it seems. An expert breaks down what real research shows about extreme microbes and their ability to reshape environments.
Scientists say the idea behind “Project Hail Mary” may not be as far-fetched as it seems. An expert breaks down what real research shows about extreme microbes and their ability to reshape environments.
Chicago men robbed suburban gas station at gunpoint before high-speed police chase, prosecutors say
Two Chicago men are accused of robbing a suburban gas station at gunpoint and leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car.
Two Chicago men are accused of robbing a suburban gas station at gunpoint and leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car.
Why penguin nesting season at Shedd Aquarium is worth a visit | ChicagoNOW
Visitors to Shedd Aquarium can catch penguin nesting season in action, along with hands-on activities and other animal encounters this spring break.
Visitors to Shedd Aquarium can catch penguin nesting season in action, along with hands-on activities and other animal encounters this spring break.
Another high-level Chicago city official out amid major shakeup
There's more turmoil at the top of Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration with the resignation of a high-profile official. This comes after the firings of two other top aides, who criticized the mayor's approach to law enforcement.
There's more turmoil at the top of Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration with the resignation of a high-profile official. This comes after the firings of two other top aides, who criticized the mayor's approach to law enforcement.
Trump pushes 15-point peace plan for Iran, teases 'present' from Tehran
President Trump teased what he called a significant "present" from Iran as negotiators are working toward a potential 15-point peace plan.
President Trump teased what he called a significant "present" from Iran as negotiators are working toward a potential 15-point peace plan.
Investigators probe final moments before deadly LaGuardia runway crash
Federal officials detail the last seconds before an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, as investigators examine possible communication breakdowns and safety failures.
Federal officials detail the last seconds before an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, as investigators examine possible communication breakdowns and safety failures.
Possible human remains, skull found in Will County
An investigation has been launched after possible human remains, including a skull, were discovered Tuesday afternoon in Will County.
An investigation has been launched after possible human remains, including a skull, were discovered Tuesday afternoon in Will County.