1,500 beagles leave Wisconsin research facility in major rescue operation | ChicagoLIVE
Hundreds of beagles have been freed from a Wisconsin breeding and research facility, where many spent their lives in cages, and are now being sent to shelters nationwide.
Hundreds of beagles have been freed from a Wisconsin breeding and research facility, where many spent their lives in cages, and are now being sent to shelters nationwide.
Indiana man charged in string of armed robberies involving food delivery drivers, police say
Police in northwest Indiana have arrested a man in connection with a series of armed robberies targeting food delivery drivers, authorities said.
Police in northwest Indiana have arrested a man in connection with a series of armed robberies targeting food delivery drivers, authorities said.
Chicago-area man sentenced to 50 years for deadly shooting outside party
A Chicago-area man has been sentenced to decades in prison for fatally shooting a man who was sitting in a parked car outside a party five years ago.
A Chicago-area man has been sentenced to decades in prison for fatally shooting a man who was sitting in a parked car outside a party five years ago.
Strong storms passing through Chicago-area, NW Indiana
Warm, sunny weather today will give way to windy conditions, possible blowing dust, and a chance for severe storms tonight.
Warm, sunny weather today will give way to windy conditions, possible blowing dust, and a chance for severe storms tonight.
‘May the Fourth’: How ‘Star Wars’ became more than just a movie franchise | ChicagoNOW
Columbia College Chicago professor Carmelo Esterrich explores how fan culture, cosplay and social media helped transform “Star Wars” into an evolving cultural universe.
Columbia College Chicago professor Carmelo Esterrich explores how fan culture, cosplay and social media helped transform “Star Wars” into an evolving cultural universe.
U.S. troop drawdown in Germany sparks concern over shifting defense strategy
The Pentagon’s plan to withdraw thousands of U.S. troops from Germany amid tensions over Iran is raising alarms among lawmakers and European allies about the future of American military presence in Europe.
The Pentagon’s plan to withdraw thousands of U.S. troops from Germany amid tensions over Iran is raising alarms among lawmakers and European allies about the future of American military presence in Europe.
Man charged after police recover drugs, stolen gun in Joliet raid
A Joliet man faces numerous felony charges after police seized drugs and firearms, including a modified handgun, during a search of his home.
A Joliet man faces numerous felony charges after police seized drugs and firearms, including a modified handgun, during a search of his home.
Kathy Hilton says she fell for AI-generated ‘Jell-O diet’ scam | ChicagoNOW
Kathy Hilton says she tired a viral “Jell-O-diet” promoted through fake celebrity videos, later learning the endorsements were AI-generated and not real.
Kathy Hilton says she tired a viral “Jell-O-diet” promoted through fake celebrity videos, later learning the endorsements were AI-generated and not real.
Strike at Brookfield Zoo Chicago begins
Some Brookfield Zoo Chicago workers went on strike Monday.
Some Brookfield Zoo Chicago workers went on strike Monday.
Meghan Markle spotted in Chicago for godson’s First Communion | ChicagoNOW
Meghan Markle, who attended Northwestern University, made a solo trip to Chicago for a family celebration at Holy Name Cathedral.
Meghan Markle, who attended Northwestern University, made a solo trip to Chicago for a family celebration at Holy Name Cathedral.
Vanderbilt heir taps on Chicago students to help shape the future of the brand | ChicagoNOW
Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin discusses her family’s influence, her work with students at Columbia College and how she’s evolving the Vanderbilt brand for a new era.
Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin discusses her family’s influence, her work with students at Columbia College and how she’s evolving the Vanderbilt brand for a new era.
Chicago-area man found guilty of sexually abusing daughter of girlfriend
A suburban man has been found guilty of sexually abusing the daughter of a woman he was dating in Kane County.
A suburban man has been found guilty of sexually abusing the daughter of a woman he was dating in Kane County.
JPMorgan disputes ex-employee’s sexual harassment claims – here’s what we know | ChicagoNOW
A lawsuit accusing a JPMorgan executive of sexual harassment and abuse was withdrawn days after filing.
A lawsuit accusing a JPMorgan executive of sexual harassment and abuse was withdrawn days after filing.
Trump teases release of “very interesting" UFO files
President Donald Trump has hinted multiple times over the past few months at his administration releasing new information on UFOs.
President Donald Trump has hinted multiple times over the past few months at his administration releasing new information on UFOs.
Evanston Township High School names Lauren Lapkus as 2026 commencement speaker
Evanston Township High School alum and actress Lauren Lapkus is coming home to speak at graduation this month.
Evanston Township High School alum and actress Lauren Lapkus is coming home to speak at graduation this month.
Cole Allen removed from suicide watch; court hearing still set for Monday
The defense team for Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner shooting, withdrew its request to remove him from suicide watch after learning the restriction had already been lifted, according to FOX News.
The defense team for Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner shooting, withdrew its request to remove him from suicide watch after learning the restriction had already been lifted, according to FOX News.
Supreme Court restores abortion pill access
The Supreme Court has restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone.
The Supreme Court has restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone.
Boy, 17, dies day after stabbing at Joliet apartment
A 17-year-old boy has died a day after he was stabbed inside an apartment building in Joliet on Sunday afternoon.
A 17-year-old boy has died a day after he was stabbed inside an apartment building in Joliet on Sunday afternoon.
Spirit Airlines shutdown raises concerns about fares and refunds
Julian Kheel of Points Path breaks down what Spirit Airlines’ sudden shutdown means for stranded passengers, refund options, and how the loss of a major low-cost carrier could impact ticket prices.
Julian Kheel of Points Path breaks down what Spirit Airlines’ sudden shutdown means for stranded passengers, refund options, and how the loss of a major low-cost carrier could impact ticket prices.
Hoffman Estates man charged with attempted murder in Arlington Heights stabbing
Police say an 18-year-old stabbed two people he knew inside an apartment last week in Chicago's northwest suburbs.
Police say an 18-year-old stabbed two people he knew inside an apartment last week in Chicago's northwest suburbs.