How the student loan move to Treasury affects your payments | ChicagoLIVE
Bankrate analyst Ted Rossman breaks down the Trump administration's move to transition federal student loans to the U.S. Treasury.
Bankrate analyst Ted Rossman breaks down the Trump administration's move to transition federal student loans to the U.S. Treasury.
Cop’s skull smashed in creek fight as repeat offender suspect walks on $100 bond
The officer allegedly sustained a serious concussion, along with cuts and bruises due to the actions of the suspect Kai Brown.
The officer allegedly sustained a serious concussion, along with cuts and bruises due to the actions of the suspect Kai Brown.
Indiana police chase leads to safe recovery of missing 13-year-old girl: officials
A 13-year-old girl was rescued after she was reportedly missing and endangered inside the car of a 16-year-old who would not stop for police, according to the Lake County Sheriff.
A 13-year-old girl was rescued after she was reportedly missing and endangered inside the car of a 16-year-old who would not stop for police, according to the Lake County Sheriff.
Why Metra is testing a new way to scan tickets | ChicagoLIVE
Metra’s Michael Gillis explains a new pilot program testing ticket scanners on selected off-peak trains. The test aims to improve fare collection and prepare for a unified system with CTA and Pace under the new NITA agency.
Metra’s Michael Gillis explains a new pilot program testing ticket scanners on selected off-peak trains. The test aims to improve fare collection and prepare for a unified system with CTA and Pace under the new NITA agency.
iVerify CEO Rocky Cole explains ‘DarkSword’ iPhone hack and rising mobile threats | ChicagoLIVE
iVerify CEO Rocky Cole joins ChicagoLIVE to break down newly discovered mobile attacks like “DarkSword” and how hackers are increasingly targeting smartphones. He explains how these threats work, why they’re becoming more common, and what users can do to better protect their personal data.
iVerify CEO Rocky Cole joins ChicagoLIVE to break down newly discovered mobile attacks like “DarkSword” and how hackers are increasingly targeting smartphones. He explains how these threats work, why they’re becoming more common, and what users can do to better protect their personal data.
Will gas prices keep rising? The battle for the Strait of Hormuz | ChicagoLIVE
UChicago energy expert Sam Ori explains why the military battle to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is a long-term global crisis.
UChicago energy expert Sam Ori explains why the military battle to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is a long-term global crisis.
Lost Girls Vintage co-owner shares update after car crashes into Logan Square storefront | ChicagoLIVE
Lost Girls Vintage co-owner Kyla Embrey joins ChicagoLIVE after a car crashed through the Logan Square storefront, causing major damage but thankfully no injuries. She shares how the community quickly stepped up, what comes next for the shop, and how neighbors can help as the business rebuilds.
Lost Girls Vintage co-owner Kyla Embrey joins ChicagoLIVE after a car crashed through the Logan Square storefront, causing major damage but thankfully no injuries. She shares how the community quickly stepped up, what comes next for the shop, and how neighbors can help as the business rebuilds.
Chicago weather: Pair of warm days with temps in the 60s
Chicago enjoys warm weather now before a cold front Sunday brings rain, a sharp cooldown.
Chicago enjoys warm weather now before a cold front Sunday brings rain, a sharp cooldown.
Live updates: Trump says US considering 'winding down' military operations in Iran
The US military is deploying three more warships and marines to the Middle East as Iran fires on Israel and energy sites in neighboring Gulf Arab states, sending oil and gas prices surging.
The US military is deploying three more warships and marines to the Middle East as Iran fires on Israel and energy sites in neighboring Gulf Arab states, sending oil and gas prices surging.
Copyleaks CEO Alon Yamin on how to spot AI deepfakes in political ads | ChicagoLIVE
Copyleaks CEO Alon Yamin joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the growing use of AI-generated voices, videos and images in political ads. He explains why deepfakes are getting harder to detect, why transparency and enforcement matter, and what voters should watch for as AI misinformation becomes more common.
Copyleaks CEO Alon Yamin joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the growing use of AI-generated voices, videos and images in political ads. He explains why deepfakes are getting harder to detect, why transparency and enforcement matter, and what voters should watch for as AI misinformation becomes more common.
Chicago suburb fires officer over social media posts tied to federal immigration crackdown
A suburban police officer has been fired after urging federal immigration agents last year to target local sites, city officials said.
A suburban police officer has been fired after urging federal immigration agents last year to target local sites, city officials said.
Chuck Norris death: Social media tributes for legendary actor
Some notable names in entertainment and politics shared their reactions and tributes to Chuck Norris following the death of the famous actor.
Some notable names in entertainment and politics shared their reactions and tributes to Chuck Norris following the death of the famous actor.
NASA Artemis II: Rocket arrives at Kennedy Space Center launch pad
The Artemis II rocket and spacecraft completed the 4-mile trek to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center on Friday morning, March 20, 2026.
The Artemis II rocket and spacecraft completed the 4-mile trek to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center on Friday morning, March 20, 2026.
Chicago deputy mayor for public safety fired, community leaders react
Faith leaders and community groups are raising concerns after the abrupt removal of a top deputy in Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration, questioning the timing amid ongoing efforts to reduce violence in Chicago.
Faith leaders and community groups are raising concerns after the abrupt removal of a top deputy in Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration, questioning the timing amid ongoing efforts to reduce violence in Chicago.
Russian oil shipments head to Cuba as energy crisis deepens under US sanctions
As Cuba faces widespread blackouts and fuel shortages, Russian tankers carrying much-needed oil are racing toward the island—despite US sanctions aimed at blocking delivery and increasing pressure on Havana.
As Cuba faces widespread blackouts and fuel shortages, Russian tankers carrying much-needed oil are racing toward the island—despite US sanctions aimed at blocking delivery and increasing pressure on Havana.
Oil prices surge as US–Iran conflict intensifies into 4th week
As the US–Iran conflict escalates with strikes on key energy sites, gas prices are climbing nationwide—prompting new consumer guidance and emergency measures to stabilize supply.
As the US–Iran conflict escalates with strikes on key energy sites, gas prices are climbing nationwide—prompting new consumer guidance and emergency measures to stabilize supply.
Suburban Chicago man denied release after shooting at vehicle near elementary school
A suburban man was denied pre-trial release after allegedly shooting at a moving vehicle near an elementary school last November in West Chicago.
A suburban man was denied pre-trial release after allegedly shooting at a moving vehicle near an elementary school last November in West Chicago.
Spring break travel surges at Chicago airports as TSA staffing concerns grow
Spring break crowds are surging at Chicago airports, but TSA staffing concerns could slow things down.
Spring break crowds are surging at Chicago airports, but TSA staffing concerns could slow things down.
Boys, 15 and 17, charged with stealing car in Chicago
Two teenage boys have been charged in connection with a vehicle theft Thursday morning on Chicago's Far South Side.
Two teenage boys have been charged in connection with a vehicle theft Thursday morning on Chicago's Far South Side.
Endangered rhino calf born at Lincoln Park Zoo
Just hours old and already on her feet! Meet the newest addition at Lincoln Park Zoo.
Just hours old and already on her feet! Meet the newest addition at Lincoln Park Zoo.