Chicago weather: Windy Saturday, then unseasonably warm Christmas ahead
Temperatures will start in the teens Friday night but rise overnight as warmer air moves in, with the low of 28 degrees occurring just after midnight.
CTA safety plan put into action
The city’s new CTA safety plan started yesterday with more police on patrol. But hours into that plan, there was another scary moment on the track. Bret Buganski shows why the Trump administration is still threatening to withhold millions of dollars.
Family seeks answers after Chicago vendor detained by ICE
A street vendor was detained by federal agents and his family wants answers tonight. They say he has health issues and they do not know where he is. Leslie Moreno spoke with his son about what they know.
Family seeks answers after Chicago street vendor detained by federal agents
The family of a longtime Chicago street vendor detained by federal agents earlier this week is urgently asking for answers, saying they are deeply concerned about his health and do not know where he is being held.
Meat in a cup? Chipotle launches new high-protein option
Chipotle is expanding its menu with new high protein snack cups, featuring chicken or steak, and the company’s Chief Brand Officer joins us to explain the move. While some fans are calling it “meat in a cup,” Chipotle says the new snack cups are designed to give customers a simple, protein focused option.
House fire in Spring Grove leaves 1 dead, 2 injured: officials
A woman has died after a house fire in unincorporated Spring Grove on Friday, according to Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Bodycam video withheld in Marimar Martinez shooting
A judge is denying a request to release bodycam video, showing the moments before a Border Patrol agent shot a woman five times in Chicago.
Family seeks answers after vendor detained by ICE
We’re hearing from the family of a 68-year-old tamale vendor who was detained by federal agents while working on a Chicago street corner. They say they have not been able to reach him and are worried about his health. Leslie Moreno spoke with his son to find out what’s happening.
Holiday travel rush taking off
The holiday travel rush is about to start this weekend. Chicago’s airports are expecting nearly 4.8 million travelers between now and January 5th, which is about 6 percent more than last year.
Alleged CTA burning attack suspect pleads not guilty
50-year-old Lawrence Reed has pleaded not guilty to terrorism and arson charges. He's accused of setting a CTA passenger on fire in mid-November.
Feds reject new CTA safety plan, leaving millions in federal funding in jeopardy
Federal transit officials are ordering the CTA to submit a new, tougher safety plan within 90 days or risk losing a quarter of its federal operating funds, citing failures to meaningfully address crime on the system.
CTA given 90 days to fix safety plan or lose federal funding | ChicagoLIVE
Federal transit officials have rejected the CTA’s latest safety plan, warning the agency it has 90 days to submit a stronger proposal or risk losing 25 percent of its federal operating funds. FTA Administrator Marcus J. Molinaro said the CTA “failed to meet that expectation."
City Council passes a 2026 budget
City Council approved the so-called alternative revenue ordinance by a 29 to 19 vote. It closes a nearly 1 point $2 billion gap by legalizing video gambling terminals in bars and restaurants, selling of debt to collectors, and institute a host of new revenue items like a new cloud computing tax.
Rep. Mike Quigley on Epstein files and the future of Obamacare | ChicagoLIVE
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley joins "ChicagoLIVE" to discuss two major national issues: the status of the Epstein files and concerns surrounding the future of Obamacare.
Meat in a cup? Chipotle launches new high-protein option
Chipotle is expanding its menu with new high protein snack cups, featuring chicken or steak, and the company’s Chief Brand Officer joins us to explain the move. While some fans are calling it “meat in a cup,” Chipotle says the new snack cups are designed to give customers a simple, protein focused option.
Does it feel like everyone is sick? A Chicago-area doctor explains why | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago, does it feel like everyone is getting sick right now? If so, you’re not alone. An Advocate Health doctor joins us to explain what’s spreading, why it feels more widespread than usual and what steps you can take to protect yourself and your family.
Postal worker charged with collecting benefits for deceased ex-spouse: officials
A postal service employee has been indicted for collecting benefits for her deceased ex-spouse for over 10 years, according to officials.
Community near Chicago turns into a Christmas Town for the holidays
Just outside Chicago, the village of Long Grove transforms into Christmas Town during its annual Vintage Holidays celebration. From carriage rides and Christmas lights to Santa visits and festive downtown shops, the small community brings classic holiday charm to life for the season.
3I/ATLAS closest to Earth today: Avi Loeb explains what’s unusual
The mysterious object 3I/ATLAS is making its closest pass to Earth today, and astrophysicist Avi Loeb joins us to discuss the latest developments. Loeb highlights several unusual features, including an anti-tail jet pointing toward the sun and a rotation axis also closely aligned with the sun. While he says 3I/ATLAS is most likely a natural object, he emphasizes that it is extremely rare and unlike anything typically observed.
Chicago City Council approves $16.7 billion alternative budget
After months of debate, jockeying and dissent, the Chicago City Council has passed a $16.7 billion budget, though not everyone is satisfied.



















