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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Trump admin defends funding threats over CTA safety
The CTA has a week to meet the Trump admin's demands to improve safety on its system or risk losing federal funding.
Trump admin defends funding threats over CTA safety
The Chicago Transit Authority has a week to meet the Trump administration’s demands to improve safety on its system or risk losing federal funding.
Chicago City Council plans more meetings to pass 2026 budget as deadline looms
The a block of Chicago City Council members pushed through several new meetings starting next week to have enough time to pass a 2026 budget before the Dec. 30 deadline.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
Chicago Starbucks workers rally for International Day of Solidarity
Unionized Starbucks workers are rallying outside the Chicago reserve roastery this morning as part of an International Day of Solidarity that's spanning 10 countries today.
Man fatally shot by Chicago police during stolen car investigation
A man was fatally shot by a Chicago police officer Tuesday night after allegedly dragging an officer during a struggle inside a vehicle linked to a stolen-car investigation on the city’s Northwest Side.
Man fatally shot by Chicago police during stolen car investigation
A man was fatally shot by a Chicago police officer Tuesday night after allegedly dragging an officer during a struggle inside a vehicle linked to a stolen-car investigation on the city’s Northwest Side.
Feds demand changes to improve Chicago transit system safety
Riders could see more police presence on CTA trains and buses after the Trump administration is demanding changes to make the system safer.
Legendary Chicago photographer subject of documentary | The Chicago Report
An extended conversation about "Steve Schapiro: Being Everywhere," a new film that focuses on the legendary Chicago-based photographer.