Chicago's Southeast Side residents renew push against PSI Quantum development
After the Chicago Board rejected a referendum request, Southeast Side residents say they are doubling down on efforts to give voters a say on the proposed PSI Quantum development.
After the Chicago Board rejected a referendum request, Southeast Side residents say they are doubling down on efforts to give voters a say on the proposed PSI Quantum development.
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.
Patrick Dempsey, Michael Imperioli discuss new FOX thriller ‘Memory of a Killer’ | ChicagoNOW
The new series Memory of a Killer follows a man juggling a secret life as a contract killer while battling early-onset Alzheimer’s. Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli talk about the series and what viewers can expect from its suspenseful twists.
The new series Memory of a Killer follows a man juggling a secret life as a contract killer while battling early-onset Alzheimer’s. Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli talk about the series and what viewers can expect from its suspenseful twists.
Survey tracks Americans' No-Spend January efforts | ChicagoNOW
Nerd Wallet’s Kimberly Palmer shares insights on No-Spend January 2026.
Nerd Wallet’s Kimberly Palmer shares insights on No-Spend January 2026.
Harry Caray’s to host Groundhog Day celebration honoring Harold Ramis | ChicagoNOW
Harry Caray’s at Navy Pier is celebrating Groundhog Day with a special tribute to Chicago-born filmmaker Harold Ramis.
Harry Caray’s at Navy Pier is celebrating Groundhog Day with a special tribute to Chicago-born filmmaker Harold Ramis.
Inside Truly Ghouly: Where books, masks and paintings get a spooky spin | ChicagoNOW
Robert Kelsey’s Truly Ghouly Workshop turns everyday items into art you won’t see anywhere else.
Robert Kelsey’s Truly Ghouly Workshop turns everyday items into art you won’t see anywhere else.
How close is Illinois to becoming tobacco-free? New report weighs in | ChicagoNOW
The American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” report shares Illinois’ progress in reducing tobacco use.
The American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” report shares Illinois’ progress in reducing tobacco use.
Eskarle La Cruz Romero: Young Chicago mother reported missing
Chicago police say they're searching for a young mom believed to be with her two children.
Chicago police say they're searching for a young mom believed to be with her two children.
Kinzie Chophouse serves up favorites for Chicago Restaurant Week
The iconic Chicago steakhouse highlights what keeps diners coming back and shares the special dishes they’re featuring for Restaurant Week.
The iconic Chicago steakhouse highlights what keeps diners coming back and shares the special dishes they’re featuring for Restaurant Week.
Fun things to do around Chicago this weekend
A staff writer from Secret Chicago breaks down the top weekend picks, from screen-free hangouts and competitive game bars to indoor shopping and Chicago Restaurant Week.
A staff writer from Secret Chicago breaks down the top weekend picks, from screen-free hangouts and competitive game bars to indoor shopping and Chicago Restaurant Week.
Man charged in Downers Grove apartment fire that killed pregnant woman due in court
A 19-year-old man is set to appear in court today for a detention hearing in connection with a Downers Grove apartment fire that killed a pregnant woman.
A 19-year-old man is set to appear in court today for a detention hearing in connection with a Downers Grove apartment fire that killed a pregnant woman.
Suburban man arrested days after woman shot in Chicago, police say
A suburban man is charged after Chicago police say a woman was shot while riding in a car on the city's West Side.
A suburban man is charged after Chicago police say a woman was shot while riding in a car on the city's West Side.
Stolen car crash leaves 2 critically hurt on Chicago's SW Side
Two teens were critically hurt after crashing a stolen car Wednesday morning in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
Two teens were critically hurt after crashing a stolen car Wednesday morning in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
2 severely hurt after crashing stolen car on Chicago's SW Side
Two teens were critically hurt after crashing a stolen car Wednesday morning in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
Two teens were critically hurt after crashing a stolen car Wednesday morning in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
Chicago man sentenced for violent Naperville home invasion
A Chicago man who broke into a suburban home where his ex-girlfriend was visiting has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.
A Chicago man who broke into a suburban home where his ex-girlfriend was visiting has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Chicago weather: Lake-effect snow could dump up to 6 inches late this week
A potential lake-effect snow event this week could bring up to six inches of snow.
A potential lake-effect snow event this week could bring up to six inches of snow.
Illinois taking action as sexual assault survivors face ER delays
More than 400,000 people experience sexual violence in the U.S. each year, but many survivors face delays or are turned away from emergency rooms that lack specially trained nurses. A Unit 32 special report examines the nationwide shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, the impact on survivors, and how new Illinois laws aim to improve access to timely, trauma-informed care.
More than 400,000 people experience sexual violence in the U.S. each year, but many survivors face delays or are turned away from emergency rooms that lack specially trained nurses. A Unit 32 special report examines the nationwide shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, the impact on survivors, and how new Illinois laws aim to improve access to timely, trauma-informed care.
Chicago man released after 22 years as detective's credibility crumbles in murder case
Antonio Porter spent more than two decades in prison for a murder he’s always said he didn’t commit, and on Tuesday, he was released.
Antonio Porter spent more than two decades in prison for a murder he’s always said he didn’t commit, and on Tuesday, he was released.
Chicago City Council spars over Welcoming City Ordinance | The Chicago Report
A group of Chicago alders advanced a measure today that would enhance the city's Welcoming Ordinance.
A group of Chicago alders advanced a measure today that would enhance the city's Welcoming Ordinance.
Cost of living is rising the most in these US cities
According to new data, the cost of living is rising in cities across the United States. Here’s where it’s the worst.
According to new data, the cost of living is rising in cities across the United States. Here’s where it’s the worst.