Netflix facing class action lawsuit over Warner Bros. deal
An HBO Max subscriber is suing Netflix after the company announced a deal with Warner Bros. that would combine the two companies' film and television catalogs.
An HBO Max subscriber is suing Netflix after the company announced a deal with Warner Bros. that would combine the two companies' film and television catalogs.
McDonald's CEO shares blunt career advice on Instagram
McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski delivered some candid career advice in a recent Instagram video.
McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski delivered some candid career advice in a recent Instagram video.
Time running out for Chicago City Council to finalize 2026 budget
The Chicago City Council only has a few days left to lock in its 2026 budget. Here's what we're hearing from City Hall.
The Chicago City Council only has a few days left to lock in its 2026 budget. Here's what we're hearing from City Hall.
Baby bath seats sold on Amazon recalled due to serious injury risk to children, CPSC says
The recalled baby bath seats come in several assorted colors and were sold on Amazon between May 2024 and October 2025.
The recalled baby bath seats come in several assorted colors and were sold on Amazon between May 2024 and October 2025.
City Council proposal targets tighter oversight of police budget as fiscal deadline nears
Ald. Andre Vasquez (40th) outlines a proposal to increase City Council oversight of the Chicago Police Department’s budget and discusses how it could affect public safety, city finances and taxpayers as budget negotiations intensify.
Ald. Andre Vasquez (40th) outlines a proposal to increase City Council oversight of the Chicago Police Department’s budget and discusses how it could affect public safety, city finances and taxpayers as budget negotiations intensify.
Businesses brace as Chicago shutdown risks grow ahead of deadline
The deadline for approving the city budget is two and a half weeks away, and if Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members fail to reach a deal, Chicago could face a government shutdown.
The deadline for approving the city budget is two and a half weeks away, and if Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council members fail to reach a deal, Chicago could face a government shutdown.
Dangerous cold blasts Chicago, wind chills expected to plummet
We want to talk more about the dangers of bitterly cold temps. Manager of Emergency Management Services for OEMC, Matthew Doughtie is joining us now.
We want to talk more about the dangers of bitterly cold temps. Manager of Emergency Management Services for OEMC, Matthew Doughtie is joining us now.
Australia enforces world-first social media ban for children under 16 | ChicagoNOW
Starting December 10, popular platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube must block users under 16 in Australia, sparking debates over free speech, privacy, and whether similar restrictions could come to other countries.
Starting December 10, popular platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube must block users under 16 in Australia, sparking debates over free speech, privacy, and whether similar restrictions could come to other countries.
Chicago police officers, driver hurt in South Side crash
A driver and two Chicago police officers were hospitalized Thursday night after a crash on the South Side.
A driver and two Chicago police officers were hospitalized Thursday night after a crash on the South Side.
Chicago police officers hurt in South Side crash
A driver and two Chicago police officers were hospitalized Thursday night after a crash in the Chatham neighborhood.
A driver and two Chicago police officers were hospitalized Thursday night after a crash in the Chatham neighborhood.
Should the U.S. consider a social media ban under 16? | The Chicago Report
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
From politics to pop culture, Paris Schutz and guests bring Chicago's top voices to you.
Chicago alderman wants social media platforms liable for posts fueling teen takeovers | ChicagoLIVE
Ald. William Hall joins ChicagoLIVE to break down his proposal targeting the online roots of Chicago’s teen takeovers, saying platforms like TikTok and Instagram must remove dangerous meetup posts or be held accountable. He talks about youth safety, cyber monitoring, cooperation with Ald. Brian Hopkins, and why he believes corporations—not homeowners—should shoulder more of the city’s financial burden.
Ald. William Hall joins ChicagoLIVE to break down his proposal targeting the online roots of Chicago’s teen takeovers, saying platforms like TikTok and Instagram must remove dangerous meetup posts or be held accountable. He talks about youth safety, cyber monitoring, cooperation with Ald. Brian Hopkins, and why he believes corporations—not homeowners—should shoulder more of the city’s financial burden.
Disney reaches deal to bring its characters to OpenAI's Sora video tool
Users will be able to make short-form content using characters from Disney, Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars.
Users will be able to make short-form content using characters from Disney, Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars.
Man fatally shot by Chicago police after allegedly dragging officer identified
The man who was shot and killed by a Chicago police officer on Tuesday night during a stolen car investigation has been identified.
The man who was shot and killed by a Chicago police officer on Tuesday night during a stolen car investigation has been identified.
Feds threaten CTA funding after security request | ChicagoNOW
The Federal Transit Administration is threatening CTA funding if the agency doesn’t implement a “verifiable security enhancement plan” by December 19th. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman joins to share more on this story.
The Federal Transit Administration is threatening CTA funding if the agency doesn’t implement a “verifiable security enhancement plan” by December 19th. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman joins to share more on this story.
Family of Chicago Ofc. Krystal Rivera announce wrongful death lawsuit against CPD, her partner
The family of Officer Krystal Rivera is suing the Chicago Police Department and her partner over her death in the line of duty back in June.
The family of Officer Krystal Rivera is suing the Chicago Police Department and her partner over her death in the line of duty back in June.
Family of Chicago Ofc. Krystal Rivera files wrongful death lawsuit against CPD, her partner
The family of Officer Krystal Rivera is suing the Chicago Police Department and her partner over her death in the line of duty back in June.
The family of Officer Krystal Rivera is suing the Chicago Police Department and her partner over her death in the line of duty back in June.
Family of Chicago officer Krystal Rivera files wrongful death lawsuit over fatal shooting
The family alleges Officer Carlos Baker killed Rivera amid a troubled relationship and despite a long record of misconduct complaints, as an oversight investigation continues.
The family alleges Officer Carlos Baker killed Rivera amid a troubled relationship and despite a long record of misconduct complaints, as an oversight investigation continues.
Chicago police officers hurt in crash on Lower Wacker
Chicago police say two officers were injured early Thursday after their patrol vehicle struck a center median on Lower Wacker Drive while responding to a call.
Chicago police say two officers were injured early Thursday after their patrol vehicle struck a center median on Lower Wacker Drive while responding to a call.
Chicago police officers hurt in crash on Lower Wacker
Chicago police say two officers were injured early Thursday after their patrol vehicle struck a center median on Lower Wacker Drive while responding to a call.
Chicago police say two officers were injured early Thursday after their patrol vehicle struck a center median on Lower Wacker Drive while responding to a call.