New 'banking spoof call' scams are rising
Experts keep warning that scammers are getting smarter about how they rip people off. And it’s costing people in the U.S. billions every year. The latest growing scam involves fake calls from banks known as spoofing. Olivianna Calmes is in New York.
Experts keep warning that scammers are getting smarter about how they rip people off. And it’s costing people in the U.S. billions every year. The latest growing scam involves fake calls from banks known as spoofing. Olivianna Calmes is in New York.
DNC leaders wrap up Chicago visit
Governor Pritzker promised this morning to write another check for Chicago’s 2028 convention bid. He just would not say how much.
Governor Pritzker promised this morning to write another check for Chicago’s 2028 convention bid. He just would not say how much.
Cook County faces possible millions in payouts after federal tax sale ruling
A federal judge's ruling against Cook County is sparking conversations far beyond property taxes. The judge says Cook County might have to pay out millions to thousands who lost their homes in those tax sales.
A federal judge's ruling against Cook County is sparking conversations far beyond property taxes. The judge says Cook County might have to pay out millions to thousands who lost their homes in those tax sales.
Lawsuit filed in Des Plaines condo fire
Some of the victims of a May 6 fire at a Des Plaines condo are now filing lawsuits alleging negligence by NICOR gas and the building’s management. Leslie Moreno is live with what she’s hearing from the legal team and the people who lived there.
Some of the victims of a May 6 fire at a Des Plaines condo are now filing lawsuits alleging negligence by NICOR gas and the building’s management. Leslie Moreno is live with what she’s hearing from the legal team and the people who lived there.
Florida temporarily bans sloth imports after 55 Sloth World sloth deaths
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando.
Chicago man charged with attempted murder in February Chatham stabbing: police
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after seriously injuring a man in February, according to Chicago police.
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after seriously injuring a man in February, according to Chicago police.
Joliet man charged with murder in April Bronzeville shooting: police
A Joliet man has been charged with murder after a deadly shooting in Bronzeville last month, according to Chicago police.
A Joliet man has been charged with murder after a deadly shooting in Bronzeville last month, according to Chicago police.
Could the hantavirus outbreak become the next pandemic? Northwestern expert weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
Northwestern Medicine infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Angarone stresses the importance of monitoring updates as health officials continue investigating hantavirus.
Northwestern Medicine infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Angarone stresses the importance of monitoring updates as health officials continue investigating hantavirus.
Burr Ridge mayor voices concerns over Illinois affordable housing bill | ChicagoLIVE
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.
University of Chicago researcher tracks war damage to Iran’s cultural heritage sites | ChicagoLIVE
University of Chicago archaeologist Mehrnoush Soroush is helping lead an effort to document damage to cultural heritage sites in Iran during the ongoing conflict.
University of Chicago archaeologist Mehrnoush Soroush is helping lead an effort to document damage to cultural heritage sites in Iran during the ongoing conflict.
Avi Loeb makes a cameo in new in sci-fi movie | ChicagoLIVE
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb traded the lecture hall for a movie set this week, appearing alongside actor Brandon Routh in a film centered on extraterrestrial life.
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb traded the lecture hall for a movie set this week, appearing alongside actor Brandon Routh in a film centered on extraterrestrial life.
One person injured in officer-involved shooting at northwest Indiana hospital: sheriff
One person is injured after a police-involved shooting Tuesday night at a hospital in northwest Indiana, authorities said.
One person is injured after a police-involved shooting Tuesday night at a hospital in northwest Indiana, authorities said.
Suburban Chicago man accused in DUI crash that killed woman denied release: prosecutors
A suburban Chicago man accused of driving while intoxicated and causing a crash that killed a 35-year-old woman and seriously injured another person will remain in custody pending his next court date, prosecutors said.
A suburban Chicago man accused of driving while intoxicated and causing a crash that killed a 35-year-old woman and seriously injured another person will remain in custody pending his next court date, prosecutors said.
Convicted felon sentenced after fleeing Lincoln Park break-in with modified gun: authorities
A Chicago man has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison on gun charges after an attempted burglary in Chicago's Lincoln Park.
A Chicago man has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison on gun charges after an attempted burglary in Chicago's Lincoln Park.
Lottie’s Pub to kick off 92nd anniversary festivities in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Lottie’s Pub in Bucktown is celebrating 92 years this week, with anniversary festivities kicking off tomorrow and a weekend of events planned.
Lottie’s Pub in Bucktown is celebrating 92 years this week, with anniversary festivities kicking off tomorrow and a weekend of events planned.
Chicago mayor to meet Pope Leo XIV during Vatican visit
Another Illinois leader is heading to the Vatican. Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to meet Chicago-native Pope Leo XIV later this month.
Another Illinois leader is heading to the Vatican. Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to meet Chicago-native Pope Leo XIV later this month.
CTA bus driver kidnapped at knifepoint, suspect arrested: police
Chicago police say a CTA bus driver climbed out a window to escape an early morning kidnapping.
Chicago police say a CTA bus driver climbed out a window to escape an early morning kidnapping.
Trump to meet with Xi in China as Iran tensions shadow economic talks
President Donald Trump begins high-stakes meetings with Xi Jinping focused on trade, technology and Taiwan, while the ongoing conflict involving Iran adds new pressure to the discussions.
President Donald Trump begins high-stakes meetings with Xi Jinping focused on trade, technology and Taiwan, while the ongoing conflict involving Iran adds new pressure to the discussions.
CPS faces difficult budget decisions as staffing cuts loom
Chicago Public Schools officials and board members are weighing next steps as ongoing budget deficits threaten staff positions and add pressure to the district’s financial challenges.
Chicago Public Schools officials and board members are weighing next steps as ongoing budget deficits threaten staff positions and add pressure to the district’s financial challenges.
U.S. airmen conduct water rescue of 11 people stranded in Florida plane crash
The 920th Rescue Wing with Air Force Reserve Command was alerted to a plane crash including several victims on Tuesday afternoon, about 80 miles from Melbourne. The crew located all the 11 crash victims were on a single raft and worked to extract them to safety.
The 920th Rescue Wing with Air Force Reserve Command was alerted to a plane crash including several victims on Tuesday afternoon, about 80 miles from Melbourne. The crew located all the 11 crash victims were on a single raft and worked to extract them to safety.