2026 Chicago Pride Parade kicks off
The Chicago Pride Parade stepped off this morning for the 55th year. It started at grace and Broadway and continued through the Northalsted neighborhood and into Lincoln Park. Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker were there.
The Chicago Pride Parade stepped off this morning for the 55th year. It started at grace and Broadway and continued through the Northalsted neighborhood and into Lincoln Park. Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker were there.
Ground testing in Hammond, Ind. for potential Bears stadium
The Chicago Bears are moving forward with a plan to build their new stadium in Hammond. Heavy equipment was spotted there. Joanie Lum is here with more.
The Chicago Bears are moving forward with a plan to build their new stadium in Hammond. Heavy equipment was spotted there. Joanie Lum is here with more.
Chicago weather: Dangerous heat wave settles in this week
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat and humidity will grip the Chicago area this week, with heat index values topping 100 degrees, warm overnight temperatures, possible air quality concerns and only limited chances for rain until late in the week.
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat and humidity will grip the Chicago area this week, with heat index values topping 100 degrees, warm overnight temperatures, possible air quality concerns and only limited chances for rain until late in the week.
Driver seriously injured after high-speed crash in Joliet: police
A 21-year-old man was seriously injured in a crash in Joliet early Sunday morning, according to police.
A 21-year-old man was seriously injured in a crash in Joliet early Sunday morning, according to police.
Postal Service won't send mail ballots to states that don't release voter lists: report
The U.S. postmaster general said mail-in ballots may not be delivered to states that refuse to release detailed voters lists to the Trump administration.
The U.S. postmaster general said mail-in ballots may not be delivered to states that refuse to release detailed voters lists to the Trump administration.
28-year-old motorcyclist killed in McHenry crash: police
A 28-year-old man has died after a motorcycle crash in McHenry on Sunday, according to police.
A 28-year-old man has died after a motorcycle crash in McHenry on Sunday, according to police.
Chicago Fire reportedly set to make massive international signing
Robert Lewandowski is reportedly set to sign a two-year deal with the Chicago Fire, becoming the MLS's biggest international signing since Lionel Messi.
Robert Lewandowski is reportedly set to sign a two-year deal with the Chicago Fire, becoming the MLS's biggest international signing since Lionel Messi.
117 dead dogs exhumed from Humboldt Co. rescue under investigation for animal abuse, fraud
Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal said the investigation “is just getting started."
Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal said the investigation “is just getting started."
Illinois pauses gas tax hike. What that means for drivers | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois will not increase its gas tax on July 1 as previously scheduled. We speak to the Illinois Policy Institute and a former state lawmaker about what that means for drivers.
Illinois will not increase its gas tax on July 1 as previously scheduled. We speak to the Illinois Policy Institute and a former state lawmaker about what that means for drivers.
Chicago's minimum wage set to increase on July 1 | ChicagoLIVE
The minimum wage in the City of Chicago is set to increase next month. We learn more about what that means for workers.
The minimum wage in the City of Chicago is set to increase next month. We learn more about what that means for workers.
New book by military vet, entrepreneur provides code on how to live your life
"The Awake Code," a new book about to be released, is meant to guide people seeking a greater purpose in life.
"The Awake Code," a new book about to be released, is meant to guide people seeking a greater purpose in life.
Man shot in Chicago's River North by robbers, police say
A 32-year-old man was shot and critically injured by robbers in Chicago’s River North neighborhood early Sunday morning.
A 32-year-old man was shot and critically injured by robbers in Chicago’s River North neighborhood early Sunday morning.
Wildfires in western US leaves 3 firefighters dead, 2 hurt
Three firefighters are dead, and two others were hurt while responding to escalating wildfires on the border between Colorado and Utah.
Three firefighters are dead, and two others were hurt while responding to escalating wildfires on the border between Colorado and Utah.
Chicago weather: Oppressive heat to grip area through Friday
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat is expected to grip the area this week, with temperatures climbing into the mid- to upper 90s and heat index values reaching as high as 105 degrees.
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat is expected to grip the area this week, with temperatures climbing into the mid- to upper 90s and heat index values reaching as high as 105 degrees.
U.S. and Iran trade strikes
Now to the latest on the war with Iran. The U.S. And Iran trading attacks for the second straight day. Today, the U.S. Military says it struck multiple targets in Iran after Iran launched a drone attack.
Now to the latest on the war with Iran. The U.S. And Iran trading attacks for the second straight day. Today, the U.S. Military says it struck multiple targets in Iran after Iran launched a drone attack.
One dead after I-57 crash involving IDOT vehicle
A car crash involving an IDOT vehicle on I-57 has left one person dead and another hurt.
A car crash involving an IDOT vehicle on I-57 has left one person dead and another hurt.
Preparing for Sunday's Chicago Pride Parade
Final preparations are being made for the Chicago Pride Parade tomorrow. It starts at 11 a.m. and goes from uptown to Lincoln Park. The parade usually draws hundreds of thousands of spectators.
Final preparations are being made for the Chicago Pride Parade tomorrow. It starts at 11 a.m. and goes from uptown to Lincoln Park. The parade usually draws hundreds of thousands of spectators.
Mike Quigley announces Chicago mayor candidacy
There's a new name in the race for Chicago mayor, and it's a familiar one. Democratic Congressman Mike Quigley announced today that he plans to run for the fifth floor city hall office currently occupied by Brandon Johnson.
There's a new name in the race for Chicago mayor, and it's a familiar one. Democratic Congressman Mike Quigley announced today that he plans to run for the fifth floor city hall office currently occupied by Brandon Johnson.
Chicago man charged in 2024 Washington Heights shooting: police
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting in Washington Heights nearly two years ago, according to police.
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting in Washington Heights nearly two years ago, according to police.
Man critically wounded in West Englewood shooting; suspect arrested: police
A 52-year-old man is in critical condition after a shooting in the West Englewood neighborhood, according to Chicago police.
A 52-year-old man is in critical condition after a shooting in the West Englewood neighborhood, according to Chicago police.