15 years ago today: EF-5 tornado devastated Joplin, Missouri
Fifteen years after the deadliest tornado in modern U.S. history devastated Joplin, Missouri, the community reflects on the lives lost, the destruction left behind and the remarkable rebuilding effort that followed.
Fifteen years after the deadliest tornado in modern U.S. history devastated Joplin, Missouri, the community reflects on the lives lost, the destruction left behind and the remarkable rebuilding effort that followed.
Hooters CEO explains why the brand is getting a reset | ChicagoLIVE
Hooters CEO Neil Kiefer joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss the company’s rebrand, its Chicago roots and why he says the goal is to bring the brand back to its original concept. He also talked about uniforms, food, customer feedback and why Chicago-area restaurants are not expected to see major changes.
Hooters CEO Neil Kiefer joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss the company’s rebrand, its Chicago roots and why he says the goal is to bring the brand back to its original concept. He also talked about uniforms, food, customer feedback and why Chicago-area restaurants are not expected to see major changes.
Chicago man sentenced to 4 years in prison for cyberstalking former partners
A Chicago man who admitted to cyberstalking and harassing multiple former romantic partners has been sentenced to four years in federal prison, according to prosecutors.
A Chicago man who admitted to cyberstalking and harassing multiple former romantic partners has been sentenced to four years in federal prison, according to prosecutors.
SkyFOX video shows barn fire response in Huntley
SkyFOX video shows crews battling a barn fire in Huntley near Church Road.
SkyFOX video shows crews battling a barn fire in Huntley near Church Road.
Declassified UFO files: Video of Lake Huron encounter with F-16 near UP released by Pentagon
A newly declassified video shown in infrared, depicts an object appearing to be a weather balloon shot down – moments before a bright white object appears to the right of the crosshairs.
A newly declassified video shown in infrared, depicts an object appearing to be a weather balloon shot down – moments before a bright white object appears to the right of the crosshairs.
Is this Cybertruck driver asleep at the wheel? See the video
A woman captured an odd and potentially dangerous scene this week: An older male driver who appeared to be asleep at the wheel of a self-driving Cybertruck.
A woman captured an odd and potentially dangerous scene this week: An older male driver who appeared to be asleep at the wheel of a self-driving Cybertruck.
Florida biologist awarded $485K settlement after firing tied to Charlie Kirk death post
The State of Florida will have to pay a former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation employee nearly half a million dollars after she was fired for a social media post criticizing Charlie Kirk after his death.
The State of Florida will have to pay a former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation employee nearly half a million dollars after she was fired for a social media post criticizing Charlie Kirk after his death.
Two barns engulfed in flames in unincorporated Huntley, officials say
Firefighters battled a large blaze that tore through two barns Friday in Chicago’s northwest suburbs, forcing road closures and a major emergency response.
Firefighters battled a large blaze that tore through two barns Friday in Chicago’s northwest suburbs, forcing road closures and a major emergency response.
Chicago beaches are now open for the 2026 season
Chicago's 22 public beaches are now open for the 2026 season. Here's what you need to know before heading out.
Chicago's 22 public beaches are now open for the 2026 season. Here's what you need to know before heading out.
NATO allies react to Trump’s sudden reversal on Poland troop deployment
NATO leaders welcomed President Trump’s decision to send more U.S. troops to Poland, but some allies said the abrupt policy shift created confusion and highlighted concerns about communication within the alliance.
NATO leaders welcomed President Trump’s decision to send more U.S. troops to Poland, but some allies said the abrupt policy shift created confusion and highlighted concerns about communication within the alliance.
Tulsi Gabbard to resign as director of national intelligence
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning from her role as director of national intelligence.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning from her role as director of national intelligence.
Funeral services held for Chicago firefighter Steven Decker
Funeral services were held Friday for fallen Chicago firefighter Steven Decker.
Funeral services were held Friday for fallen Chicago firefighter Steven Decker.
Indiana sheriff's deputy shot in hospital emergency room
An Indiana sheriff's deputy was shot and a suspect was taken into custody Friday morning at Fransciscan Hospital in northwest Indiana.
An Indiana sheriff's deputy was shot and a suspect was taken into custody Friday morning at Fransciscan Hospital in northwest Indiana.
West Nile virus detected in suburban Chicago mosquitoes
Mosquitoes in Will County have tested positive for West Nile virus, health officials announced Friday.
Mosquitoes in Will County have tested positive for West Nile virus, health officials announced Friday.
Pentagon releases second set of videos as part of Trump's UFO transparency directive
The Pentagon on May 22 released a second batch of videos on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) sightings as part of President Donald Trump’s directive aimed at increasing government transparency around reported UFO sightings. The videos include audio of a medical debriefing of the Apollo 12 mission astronaut crew, Commander Charles “Pete” Conrad, Command Module Pilot Richard “Dick” F. Gordon, and Lunar Module Pilot Alan L. Bean. In the audio, the three describe seeing instances of light flashes or “streaks of lights” which they say occurred in the dark as they tried to sleep. Another video released shows a United States Air Force National Guard shooting down a UAP over Lake Huron on February 12, 2023 and UFOs in formation over the Persian Gulf recorded in October 2019.
The Pentagon on May 22 released a second batch of videos on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) sightings as part of President Donald Trump’s directive aimed at increasing government transparency around reported UFO sightings. The videos include audio of a medical debriefing of the Apollo 12 mission astronaut crew, Commander Charles “Pete” Conrad, Command Module Pilot Richard “Dick” F. Gordon, and Lunar Module Pilot Alan L. Bean. In the audio, the three describe seeing instances of light flashes or “streaks of lights” which they say occurred in the dark as they tried to sleep. Another video released shows a United States Air Force National Guard shooting down a UAP over Lake Huron on February 12, 2023 and UFOs in formation over the Persian Gulf recorded in October 2019.
Otterly adorable: Lincoln Park Zoo welcomes playful new resident
Just around the riverbend at Lincoln Park Zoo, visitors may spot a playful new face splashing into the spotlight.
Just around the riverbend at Lincoln Park Zoo, visitors may spot a playful new face splashing into the spotlight.
NEW DETAILS: Indiana sheriff's deputy shot in ER at Franciscan Hospital; suspect in custody
An Indiana sheriff's deputy was shot Friday morning inside the emergency room at Franciscan Health Michigan City in northwest Indiana. Authorities said the deputy was hospitalized in critical but stable condition, and a suspect was later arrested in nearby woods.
An Indiana sheriff's deputy was shot Friday morning inside the emergency room at Franciscan Health Michigan City in northwest Indiana. Authorities said the deputy was hospitalized in critical but stable condition, and a suspect was later arrested in nearby woods.
Indiana sheriff's deputy shot in ER at Franciscan Hospital; suspect in custody
An Indiana sheriff's deputy was shot and a suspect was taken into custody Friday morning at Fransciscan Hospital in northwest Indiana.
An Indiana sheriff's deputy was shot and a suspect was taken into custody Friday morning at Fransciscan Hospital in northwest Indiana.
Man accused of shooting at Chicago police officers faces attempted murder charges
A man is facing multiple felony charges, including attempted first-degree murder, after authorities say he fired shots at two Chicago police officers and a woman during a confrontation Monday night.
A man is facing multiple felony charges, including attempted first-degree murder, after authorities say he fired shots at two Chicago police officers and a woman during a confrontation Monday night.
Scam caller steals nearly $1.1M from City of Aurora payroll accounts: officials
A social engineering scam led to nearly $1.1 million in fraudulent transfers from the City of Aurora’s payroll bank accounts, prompting an investigation, officials said.
A social engineering scam led to nearly $1.1 million in fraudulent transfers from the City of Aurora’s payroll bank accounts, prompting an investigation, officials said.