Could injections improve Olympic performance? Surgeon explains viral trend | ChicagoNOW
Rumors of hyaluronic acid procedures among Olympic ski jumpers have raised questions about effects, safety and fairness. Dr. Caughlin explains the claims and potential impact.
Rumors of hyaluronic acid procedures among Olympic ski jumpers have raised questions about effects, safety and fairness. Dr. Caughlin explains the claims and potential impact.
Want to tell Burger King what you think? You can call the president directly | ChicagoNOW
Burger King President Tom Curtis explains how the fast-food chain is letting customers share feedback straight to the top and how he plans to manage the likely flood of messages.
Burger King President Tom Curtis explains how the fast-food chain is letting customers share feedback straight to the top and how he plans to manage the likely flood of messages.
Avi Loeb joins alien debate after Obama’s viral comment sparks new questions | ChicagoLIVE
Harvard’s Avi Loeb joins the conversation as former President Obama’s remarks about extraterrestrial life go viral.
Harvard’s Avi Loeb joins the conversation as former President Obama’s remarks about extraterrestrial life go viral.
Obama explains alien comments after claiming ‘they’re real’ on podcast interview
After former President Barack Obama's remarks on aliens during a recent podcast interview went viral, he later clarified what he meant in an Instagram post over the weekend.
After former President Barack Obama's remarks on aliens during a recent podcast interview went viral, he later clarified what he meant in an Instagram post over the weekend.
Human composting service expands to Illinois residents | ChicagoLIVE
Tom Harries, CEO of Earth Funeral, says the company’s human composting service is designed to provide an eco-friendly final arrangement now available to families across Illinois.
Tom Harries, CEO of Earth Funeral, says the company’s human composting service is designed to provide an eco-friendly final arrangement now available to families across Illinois.
Authors bring modern twist to ‘Rumpelstilskin’ tale | ChicagoNOW
A new illustrated book offers a modern take on the retelling of a classic fairy tale.
A new illustrated book offers a modern take on the retelling of a classic fairy tale.
Grandmother uses gaming platform to raise money for cancer treatments | ChicagoNOW
A grandmother and two brothers are raising money for sarcoma treatment using Minecraft streams and custom cryptocurrency called Grandmacoin.
A grandmother and two brothers are raising money for sarcoma treatment using Minecraft streams and custom cryptocurrency called Grandmacoin.
Illinois boat captain recalls treacherous winter voyage across Lake Michigan | ChicagoLIVE
A U.S. federal pilot shares his experience navigating icy waters on Lake Michigan.
A U.S. federal pilot shares his experience navigating icy waters on Lake Michigan.
Chicago photobooth studio ‘The Strip Club’ set to open Friday | ChicagoNOW
A unique photobooth studio opens tomorrow, giving Chicagoans the chance to take pictures in a variety of machines from around the world.
A unique photobooth studio opens tomorrow, giving Chicagoans the chance to take pictures in a variety of machines from around the world.
AI bots have created their own social network – should humans be worried? | ChicagoLIVE
A new social media platform designed for artificial intelligence agents, known as Moltbook, is drawing attention for allowing A.I. systems to communicate without human participation
A new social media platform designed for artificial intelligence agents, known as Moltbook, is drawing attention for allowing A.I. systems to communicate without human participation
Forrest Galante shares survival tips amid U.S. Virgin Island shark attack | ChicagoLIVE
Renowned wildlife biologist and Shark Week host Forrest Galante highlights dangerous and unusual shark attacks in the U.S.
Renowned wildlife biologist and Shark Week host Forrest Galante highlights dangerous and unusual shark attacks in the U.S.
Meet the gator expert helping protect crocodilians at Florida’s Gatorland | ChicagoLIVE
Savannah Boan, Crocodilian Enrichment Coordinator at Gatorland, joins us to talk conservation, animal care and what it takes to work with alligators and crocodiles every day.
Savannah Boan, Crocodilian Enrichment Coordinator at Gatorland, joins us to talk conservation, animal care and what it takes to work with alligators and crocodiles every day.
Chicago crossing guard praised after carrying child across flooded street | ChicagoNOW
A local crossing guard gained widespread attention when a news helicopter captured him carrying a child across an icy, flooded street.
A local crossing guard gained widespread attention when a news helicopter captured him carrying a child across an icy, flooded street.
Doomsday Clock moves to 85 seconds – here’s what scientists say it means for humanity | ChicagoLIVE
The iconic Doomsday Clock inches closer to midnight, with University of Chicago physicist Daniel Holz noting nuclear risks, climate crises, and disruptive tech as key factors behind the 85-second mark.
The iconic Doomsday Clock inches closer to midnight, with University of Chicago physicist Daniel Holz noting nuclear risks, climate crises, and disruptive tech as key factors behind the 85-second mark.
Are ‘exploding trees’ real? Expert explains viral winter videos | ChicagoLIVE
A Morton Arboretum plant knowledge specialist explains why trees can crack during winter and what viewers are seeing in viral videos.
A Morton Arboretum plant knowledge specialist explains why trees can crack during winter and what viewers are seeing in viral videos.
What is ‘house burping’ and does your home need it?
What is house burping? A Rush University doctor explains the viral lüften trend and how it can benefit your household.
What is house burping? A Rush University doctor explains the viral lüften trend and how it can benefit your household.
Caught on camera: Brightline train crushes delivery robot stuck on tracks in Miami
A food delivery robot was demolished by a Brightline train in Miami Thursday evening after getting stuck on the train tracks.
A food delivery robot was demolished by a Brightline train in Miami Thursday evening after getting stuck on the train tracks.
Stolen Wawa coffee worth $100K seized in Cook County
Authorities recovered $100,000 in stolen Wawa coffee and $500,000 in protein powder as Cook County warns of a growing cargo theft trend.
Authorities recovered $100,000 in stolen Wawa coffee and $500,000 in protein powder as Cook County warns of a growing cargo theft trend.
Pilot reports UFO beside jet, ATC jokes: 'Good luck with the aliens'
A newly resurfaced aviation audio clip shared online has drawn attention after a private pilot reported encountering a mysterious object while flying over Rhode Island.
A newly resurfaced aviation audio clip shared online has drawn attention after a private pilot reported encountering a mysterious object while flying over Rhode Island.
An emotional tarot reading gives ChicagoNOW hosts a glimpse into 2026
As the new year approaches, Tia and Gabby sit down for an emotional tarot reading with Angie Banicki.
As the new year approaches, Tia and Gabby sit down for an emotional tarot reading with Angie Banicki.