Chicago budget task force proposes new taxes, fees
Chicago is facing a $1.15 billion budget deficit, and Mayor Brandon Johnson's new task force has proposed a plan to address it. Task force members join Good Day Chicago to discuss the group's goals and explain how the proposed taxes and fees are intended to help close the gap.
Chicago is facing a $1.15 billion budget deficit, and Mayor Brandon Johnson's new task force has proposed a plan to address it. Task force members join Good Day Chicago to discuss the group's goals and explain how the proposed taxes and fees are intended to help close the gap.
Car crashes into Chicago fire hydrant, killing 2 and injuring several more
A man and woman were killed after being ejected from a car in a crash with a fire hydrant late Sunday night on Chicago's South Side.
A man and woman were killed after being ejected from a car in a crash with a fire hydrant late Sunday night on Chicago's South Side.
2 ejected, killed in crash on Chicago's South Side
Two people were killed and four others were injured in a crash with a fire hydrant late Sunday night on Chicago's South Side.
Two people were killed and four others were injured in a crash with a fire hydrant late Sunday night on Chicago's South Side.
Man fatally shot near South Side CTA facility
A man was shot and killed near a CTA train yard in Roseland early Monday morning.
A man was shot and killed near a CTA train yard in Roseland early Monday morning.
How to stay cool amid Chicago heat wave
Dangerous heat is here. Chicago is reminding everyone to stay hydrated and cool. Here's where you can find a free cooling center.
Dangerous heat is here. Chicago is reminding everyone to stay hydrated and cool. Here's where you can find a free cooling center.
How to stay cool as dangerous heat settles over Chicago
Dangerous heat is settling over the Chicago area this week, prompting city officials to urge residents to take precautions.
Dangerous heat is settling over the Chicago area this week, prompting city officials to urge residents to take precautions.
Chicago crime overnight: 1 dead, 7 hurt in separate shootings, stabbing
A man was killed near a South Side CTA train yard as six others were shot and another man was stabbed in separate overnight incidents across Chicago. Here's what we know.
A man was killed near a South Side CTA train yard as six others were shot and another man was stabbed in separate overnight incidents across Chicago. Here's what we know.
Who is running for mayor of Chicago in 2027? A look at potential candidates
A look at who we know is running for mayor of Chicago in 2027, with one notable exception.
A look at who we know is running for mayor of Chicago in 2027, with one notable exception.
Chicago weather: The first heat wave of 2026
Chicagoland's first heat wave of the year is here. Heat index values near 105 are expected through Wednesday, with an extreme heat warning in Chicago.
Chicagoland's first heat wave of the year is here. Heat index values near 105 are expected through Wednesday, with an extreme heat warning in Chicago.
2026 Chicago Pride Parade kicks off
The Chicago Pride Parade stepped off this morning for the 55th year. It started at grace and Broadway and continued through the Northalsted neighborhood and into Lincoln Park. Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker were there.
The Chicago Pride Parade stepped off this morning for the 55th year. It started at grace and Broadway and continued through the Northalsted neighborhood and into Lincoln Park. Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker were there.
Cubs take series against the Brewers; White Sox remain in 1st place & more | Chicago Sports Tonight
This week on Chicago Sports Tonight, Cassie Carlson is joined by Sam Panayotovich and 104.3 The Score's Laurence Holmes. Craig Counsell shows a lot of emotion after the Cubs take the series against the Brewers in a bullpen game. The White Sox win close games and have slug. Caleb Wilson expects to be Rookie of the Year. The Fire reportedly sign Polish star Robert Lewandowski.
This week on Chicago Sports Tonight, Cassie Carlson is joined by Sam Panayotovich and 104.3 The Score's Laurence Holmes. Craig Counsell shows a lot of emotion after the Cubs take the series against the Brewers in a bullpen game. The White Sox win close games and have slug. Caleb Wilson expects to be Rookie of the Year. The Fire reportedly sign Polish star Robert Lewandowski.
Chicago weather: Dangerous heat wave settles in this week
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat and humidity will grip the Chicago area this week, with heat index values topping 100 degrees, warm overnight temperatures, possible air quality concerns and only limited chances for rain until late in the week.
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat and humidity will grip the Chicago area this week, with heat index values topping 100 degrees, warm overnight temperatures, possible air quality concerns and only limited chances for rain until late in the week.
Chicago Fire reportedly set to make massive international signing
Robert Lewandowski is reportedly set to sign a two-year deal with the Chicago Fire, becoming the MLS's biggest international signing since Lionel Messi.
Robert Lewandowski is reportedly set to sign a two-year deal with the Chicago Fire, becoming the MLS's biggest international signing since Lionel Messi.
Illinois pauses gas tax hike. What that means for drivers | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois will not increase its gas tax on July 1 as previously scheduled. We speak to the Illinois Policy Institute and a former state lawmaker about what that means for drivers.
Illinois will not increase its gas tax on July 1 as previously scheduled. We speak to the Illinois Policy Institute and a former state lawmaker about what that means for drivers.
Chicago's minimum wage set to increase on July 1 | ChicagoLIVE
The minimum wage in the City of Chicago is set to increase next month. We learn more about what that means for workers.
The minimum wage in the City of Chicago is set to increase next month. We learn more about what that means for workers.
Chicago weather: Scorching temps to begin the workweek
After a seasonably warm Sunday, the Chicago area is in for a string of potentially dangerously hot days.
After a seasonably warm Sunday, the Chicago area is in for a string of potentially dangerously hot days.
1 dead, 3 hurt in head-on crash on Chicago’s South Side, police say
A head-on crash on Chicago’s South Side left a woman dead and three men injured overnight.
A head-on crash on Chicago’s South Side left a woman dead and three men injured overnight.
Man shot, critically hurt in Chicago’s River North by robbers, CPD says
A 32-year-old man was shot and critically injured by robbers in Chicago’s River North neighborhood early Sunday morning.
A 32-year-old man was shot and critically injured by robbers in Chicago’s River North neighborhood early Sunday morning.
Chicago weather: Oppressive heat to grip area through Friday
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat is expected to grip the area this week, with temperatures climbing into the mid- to upper 90s and heat index values reaching as high as 105 degrees.
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat is expected to grip the area this week, with temperatures climbing into the mid- to upper 90s and heat index values reaching as high as 105 degrees.
Preparing for Sunday's Chicago Pride Parade
Final preparations are being made for the Chicago Pride Parade tomorrow. It starts at 11 a.m. and goes from uptown to Lincoln Park. The parade usually draws hundreds of thousands of spectators.
Final preparations are being made for the Chicago Pride Parade tomorrow. It starts at 11 a.m. and goes from uptown to Lincoln Park. The parade usually draws hundreds of thousands of spectators.