Alternative Chicago budget proposal advances
Another day closer to a city government shutdown and still no budget in sight. City Council members are wheeling and dealing once again today, but will it finally yield an agreement?
Man sentenced in killing of Chicago Police Officer Andrés Vásquez Lasso
A man accused of fatally shooting Chicago Police Officer Andrés Vásquez Lasso has learned his sentence.
Pritzker signs sweeping transit funding bill replacing RTA with Northern Illinois Transit Authority
State leaders celebrate a $1.5 billion “transformation” bill aimed at preventing fare hikes and service cuts while modernizing transit through new oversight, redirected revenues, and increased regional tolls.
Chicago govt shutdown threat grows as mayor, city council clash over budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and alders were meeting at City Hall on Tuesday as tensions rise over budget proposals.
FTC Uber lawsuit: Several states join complaint over subscription practices
Multiple states have joined a lawsuit against Uber over its Uber One subscription practices, which the FTC alleges were "deceptive."
CTA halts Yellow Line trains due to track condition
CTA Yellow Line service was temporarily suspended early Tuesday because of a track condition near Hamlin, the agency said.
CTA halts Yellow Line trains due to track condition
CTA Yellow Line service was suspended early Tuesday because of a track condition near Hamlin.
Two teens stabbed in Loop attack
Two teenagers were stabbed Monday night in an attack in the Loop.
Chicago alders give city budget proposal update
Chicago alders held a press conference on Monday afternoon, giving an update on their budget proposal.
Chicago mayor, council remain deadlocked on budget as shutdown threat looms
The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.
Chicago mayor, council remain deadlocked on budget as shutdown threat looms
The Chicago budget showdown is coming down to the wire. Mayor Brandon Johnson spent Monday afternoon meeting with City Council members who oppose his proposed corporate head tax.
DEA Chicago sees increase in fentanyl seizures | ChicagoLIVE
The DEA's Chicago Field Division reports a significant increase in fentanyl seizures and arrests in 2025. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
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.
McDonald's CEO shares blunt career advice on Instagram
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.