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This one is for the bookworms out there! It's a festive and fun way to kick off the holiday season on wheels.

A key alderman is warning Mayor Brandon Johnson that he is moving too fast with his 2026 budget.

We’re waiting to confirm if ICE has started releasing people arrested in immigration raids around here.

Police are searching for two men who they say killed a father and son in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood over the weekend.

Hell’s kitchen is performing in Chicago at the Nederlander theater now through November 30th and joining ChicagoNOW is one of the show’s stars Desmon Sean Ellington.

Cameron Matteson from the Greater Chicago Food Depository tells ChicagoLIVE how the SNAP freeze during the government shutdown sent pantry lines soaring. She explains why hunger is still rising even after benefits resume and how Chicagoans are stepping up to help neighbors in need.

named one of Variety’s “Comics to Watch” of 2025. She’s a Chinese American standup comedian, Asian Hall of Fame inductee, and social media comedy queen with over one billion online views. She joins ChicagoNOW live in studio.

In the documentary “The man who saves the world?” an eccentric American peace activist pursues his belief that he's destined to unite South American tribes and save the Amazon. Patrick McCollum & writer, director and producer of the film, Gabe Polsky join live in studio.

His podcast, Spears & Steinberg, has become one of the top podcasts in the country with hundreds of thousands of devoted listeners. He is one of the most popular comedic stars to guest on some of the biggest podcasts & shows in the country like Charlamagne Tha God’s. He has a show coming to Chicago Improv November 13-16.

This week on "Week in Review," we’re breaking down the major stories across Chicago, from protesters detained outside Broadview to a Border Patrol photo op at The Bean that drew attention citywide. We’ll also cover a surprise change to hemp-related products, the return of SNAP benefits, and Rev. Jesse Jackson’s hospitalization. On a lighter note, Mr. Sub celebrates 50 years, Eddie Murphy talks about his new documentary, and the Bears look for revenge in Minnesota.

Community leader Dr. Richard Townsell joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the “Property Tax Bill Bonfire,” a protest and organizing event meant to highlight how tax hikes and slow billing hurt working families. He explains how residents are turning frustration into action — and why he believes solutions should come from the people, not just politicians.

Tiffany Ingram from the Cannabis Business Association of Illinois tells ChicagoLIVE that the state’s new hemp ban could hurt licensed cannabis businesses — especially small and social equity owners — while opening the door to more untested, unregulated products on store shelves.

Illinois State Senator Dave Syverson joined ChicagoLIVE on Friday to criticize Governor JB Pritzker’s handling of immigration-related programs — including healthcare for noncitizens and SNAP benefits. Syverson argued that state policies restricting cooperation with ICE have created “chaos,” strained hospitals, and put pressure on law enforcement, while calling for changes to Illinois’ Trust Act and sanctuary laws.

ChicagoLIVE begins with reaction to a new report from the Office of Inspector General detailing Chicago Public Schools’ travel spending. Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza joins the show to share her concerns, calling for greater accountability and transparency within the district.

Some key Chicago City Council members are urging Mayor Brandon Johnson to slow down on his $16.7 billion budget proposal that raises a host of taxes.