Iran latest: Trump says negotiations with Iran could restart this week
The U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz went into effect on Monday morning, with President Donald Trump threatening to eliminate Iranian ships that try to run it.
The U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz went into effect on Monday morning, with President Donald Trump threatening to eliminate Iranian ships that try to run it.
Live updates: Strong tornadoes, large hail threaten Chicago area
Severe storms could bring strong tornadoes and large hail to the Chicago area today. Here's what to expect.
Severe storms could bring strong tornadoes and large hail to the Chicago area today. Here's what to expect.
Severe storms threaten Chicago area
Severe storms could bring strong tornadoes and large hail to the Chicago area today.
Severe storms could bring strong tornadoes and large hail to the Chicago area today.
Minooka woman awarded $60M after crash leaves her paralyzed
Attorney Brad Cosgrove discusses the $60 million settlement for Sarah Grasser, who was paralyzed after a construction-related crash on Interstate 55 in Will County.
Attorney Brad Cosgrove discusses the $60 million settlement for Sarah Grasser, who was paralyzed after a construction-related crash on Interstate 55 in Will County.
Several new movie promos spotted across Chicago | ChicagoNOW
New film campaigns are popping up across the city, including a “Devil Wears Prada” teaser, a “Hunger Games” installation and a mobile promo for the Michael Jackson biopic.
New film campaigns are popping up across the city, including a “Devil Wears Prada” teaser, a “Hunger Games” installation and a mobile promo for the Michael Jackson biopic.
Silver Room block party returns at new venue after hiatus | ChicagoNOW
The Silver Room Sound System Block Party is returning after a two-year break, this time at the Salt Shed. Organizers say the event will bring music, community and culture back to Chicago with a new space and growing audience.
The Silver Room Sound System Block Party is returning after a two-year break, this time at the Salt Shed. Organizers say the event will bring music, community and culture back to Chicago with a new space and growing audience.
‘Doomjobbing’ rises as U.S. job hiring slows | ChicagoNOW
New federal data shows hiring has dropped to its lowest level since the early pandemic, as job seekers face pressure from layoffs and the rise of AI in entry-level roles.
New federal data shows hiring has dropped to its lowest level since the early pandemic, as job seekers face pressure from layoffs and the rise of AI in entry-level roles.
Suburban Chicago man sentenced for firing machine gun during drug deal, prosecutors say
A suburban Chicago man was sentenced Monday after prosecutors say he fired a "switch" handgun during a 2023 drug deal.
A suburban Chicago man was sentenced Monday after prosecutors say he fired a "switch" handgun during a 2023 drug deal.
TMZ: Alix Earle responds to Alex Cooper amid ongoing feud | ChicagoNOW
Alix Earle replied to Alex Cooper’s video with a brief comment, adding to a growing public back-and-forth between the two influencers.
Alix Earle replied to Alex Cooper’s video with a brief comment, adding to a growing public back-and-forth between the two influencers.
TMZ sets up shop in Washington to cover Capitol Hill | ChicagoNOW
The new TMZ team will cover developments on Capitol Hill while highlighting the crossover between politics and entertainment.
The new TMZ team will cover developments on Capitol Hill while highlighting the crossover between politics and entertainment.
Inflation 2026: Gas prices drove March numbers up to levels not seen in years
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
Woman crushed to death by garbage truck claw, family's attorney says
Tyrah Adams of Kentucky died Feb. 12 after being crushed by a garbage truck’s grappler claw while a waste crew cleared an alley, her family’s attorney said.
Tyrah Adams of Kentucky died Feb. 12 after being crushed by a garbage truck’s grappler claw while a waste crew cleared an alley, her family’s attorney said.
Chicago men charged in deadly drive-by shooting of Alsip man
Two Chicago men have been charged with murder in connection with a drive-by shooting over the weekend in southwest suburban Oak Forest.
Two Chicago men have been charged with murder in connection with a drive-by shooting over the weekend in southwest suburban Oak Forest.
'Baby Jessica' rescued from 1987 Texas well now facing assault charges
'Baby Jessica' McClure Morales, the 1987 Texas well rescue survivor, was arrested in Midland on a charge of assault of a family member.
'Baby Jessica' McClure Morales, the 1987 Texas well rescue survivor, was arrested in Midland on a charge of assault of a family member.
‘Seconds Away’ makes Chicagoland debut with powerful story of resilience
Director Benjamin Kegan and Peter Callahan and Patrick McHugh discuss the emotional documentary centered on an Evanston athlete, his coach’s cancer battle, and the bond that drives them forward.
Director Benjamin Kegan and Peter Callahan and Patrick McHugh discuss the emotional documentary centered on an Evanston athlete, his coach’s cancer battle, and the bond that drives them forward.
New push aims to spark economic revival in Harvey and the Southland
Community leaders highlight a coalition-driven effort to attract businesses and investment to Harvey, Illinois, anchored by a free Franchise Expo at Governors State University designed to connect entrepreneurs, job seekers and national brands.
Community leaders highlight a coalition-driven effort to attract businesses and investment to Harvey, Illinois, anchored by a free Franchise Expo at Governors State University designed to connect entrepreneurs, job seekers and national brands.
Chicago area braces for several rounds of severe weather
Severe weather could ramp up across the Chicago area today with all hazards on the table.
Severe weather could ramp up across the Chicago area today with all hazards on the table.
Chicago man charged after gun found during CTA Red Line disturbance
Cook County Sheriff's police say a Chicago man was charged after they found a gun on him when responding to loud music on the CTA Red Line.
Cook County Sheriff's police say a Chicago man was charged after they found a gun on him when responding to loud music on the CTA Red Line.
Boy, 15, charged in St. Patrick's Day armed robbery in downtown Chicago
A 15-year-old boy was charged with robbing two men at gunpoint last month in the River North neighborhood.
A 15-year-old boy was charged with robbing two men at gunpoint last month in the River North neighborhood.
Chicago crime: Man, 26, killed in Englewood shooting
A man was shot and killed Monday night in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.
A man was shot and killed Monday night in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.