Chicago IG report questions mayor’s oversight of “gift room” and city ethics practices | ChicagoLIVE
A new Inspector General report is raising questions about Mayor Brandon Johnson’s “gift room” and the city’s overall approach to oversight. Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz breaks down the findings.
A new Inspector General report is raising questions about Mayor Brandon Johnson’s “gift room” and the city’s overall approach to oversight. Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz breaks down the findings.
Day 35 of government shutdown — Chicago church steps up to feed 3,000 families | ChicagoLIVE
As the government shutdown reaches day 35, delays in SNAP funding are leaving thousands of Chicago families without food support. Pastor Charlie E. Dates, senior pastor of Progressive Baptist Church and Salem Baptist Church of Chicago, has mobilized volunteers and community partners for a large-scale food giveaway.
As the government shutdown reaches day 35, delays in SNAP funding are leaving thousands of Chicago families without food support. Pastor Charlie E. Dates, senior pastor of Progressive Baptist Church and Salem Baptist Church of Chicago, has mobilized volunteers and community partners for a large-scale food giveaway.
You Don't Know Chi: Korporate
Chicago historian Dilla spotlights the people, places, and stories that make the city worth knowing.
Chicago historian Dilla spotlights the people, places, and stories that make the city worth knowing.
Chicago library workers speak out against proposed cuts
Chicago library workers expressed their concerns about proposed cuts at City Hall today. The City Council's 2026 budget calls for nearly 90 library positions to be eliminated.
Chicago library workers expressed their concerns about proposed cuts at City Hall today. The City Council's 2026 budget calls for nearly 90 library positions to be eliminated.
UChicago professor posts vile social media comment on Dick Cheney hours after his death
A University of Chicago professor who was recently arrested for aggravated assault at an anti-ICE rally unloaded on former Vice President Dick Cheney upon the news of his death.
A University of Chicago professor who was recently arrested for aggravated assault at an anti-ICE rally unloaded on former Vice President Dick Cheney upon the news of his death.
Kevin Bridges at the Riviera Theatre November 9 | ChicagoNOW
Comedian Kevin Bridges is making a stop in Chicago for his comedy tour on November 9th, performing at the Riviera Theatre. Bridges stops by ChicagoNOW to tease the tour and what fans can expect.
Comedian Kevin Bridges is making a stop in Chicago for his comedy tour on November 9th, performing at the Riviera Theatre. Bridges stops by ChicagoNOW to tease the tour and what fans can expect.
2025 Chicago holiday retail survey expects less spending | ChicagoNOW
The Deloitte 2025 Chicago Holiday Retail Survey shows local shoppers plan on spending less this holiday season. Matt Adams, principal at Deloitte specializing in retail has more on the findings.
The Deloitte 2025 Chicago Holiday Retail Survey shows local shoppers plan on spending less this holiday season. Matt Adams, principal at Deloitte specializing in retail has more on the findings.
Local Chicago author offers a different point of view | ChicagoNOW
A local mom and author is bringing a much needed picture book series to the world of kids books. Clothilde Ewing joins live in studio to talk about her 'Stella and Roger' series.
A local mom and author is bringing a much needed picture book series to the world of kids books. Clothilde Ewing joins live in studio to talk about her 'Stella and Roger' series.
Attendance drops at CPS in communities with increased ICE presence | ChicagoNOW
A new report from Chalkbeat shows attendance has dropped at many CPS schools with high numbers of Latino students and families. Reema Amin, who wrote the article, joins ChicagoNOW to discuss this report.
A new report from Chalkbeat shows attendance has dropped at many CPS schools with high numbers of Latino students and families. Reema Amin, who wrote the article, joins ChicagoNOW to discuss this report.
New study shows listening to music after 70 can cut dementia risk | ChicagoNOW
A new study from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia says listening to or playing music can lower risk of dementia.
A new study from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia says listening to or playing music can lower risk of dementia.
Closest supermoon of the year is tomorrow | ChicagoNOW
Wednesday November 5th you can expect to see a slightly bigger and brighter moon during the closest supermoon.
Wednesday November 5th you can expect to see a slightly bigger and brighter moon during the closest supermoon.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney dies at 84
Former Vice President Dick Cheney has died at 84 from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney has died at 84 from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease.
New game promotes calmer conversations | ChicagoNOW
Tough conversations are important to have, even if sometimes you don't know where to start. A new game is hoping to make those difficult conversations easier by taking a psychological approach. Professor of psychology at Northwestern University, Steven Franconeri joins live in studio to demo this new game.
Tough conversations are important to have, even if sometimes you don't know where to start. A new game is hoping to make those difficult conversations easier by taking a psychological approach. Professor of psychology at Northwestern University, Steven Franconeri joins live in studio to demo this new game.
Man shot on Chicago playground, police say
Chicago police say a 25-year-old man was shot on a playground Monday afternoon.
Chicago police say a 25-year-old man was shot on a playground Monday afternoon.
3Arts grants over $1 million to local artists | ChicagoNOW
Chicago based non-profit 3Arts is granting over $1 million dollars to more than 100 local artists in need. The recipients will be announced on November 10th. Cat Tager, Executive Director of 3Arts, joins live in studio.
Chicago based non-profit 3Arts is granting over $1 million dollars to more than 100 local artists in need. The recipients will be announced on November 10th. Cat Tager, Executive Director of 3Arts, joins live in studio.
Drugs, gun found during Chicago eviction; 2 men charged given pre-trial release
Two men face felony charges after deputies enforcing an eviction order found suspected drugs inside a Chicago home.
Two men face felony charges after deputies enforcing an eviction order found suspected drugs inside a Chicago home.
Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck 50th anniversary | ChicagoNOW
One of the most famous shipwrecks on the Great Lakes approaches its 50th anniversary. Here are some ways you can learn more here in Chicago. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
One of the most famous shipwrecks on the Great Lakes approaches its 50th anniversary. Here are some ways you can learn more here in Chicago. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Looking back at the Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck | ChicagoNOW
Mike from the YouTube channel, Vibe With Mike, joins ChicagoNOW to talk about the history of one of the most famous shipwrecks on the Great Lakes. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Mike from the YouTube channel, Vibe With Mike, joins ChicagoNOW to talk about the history of one of the most famous shipwrecks on the Great Lakes. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
The SoulFood Lounge gives back to SNAP recipients in time of extreme need
More Chicago families are wondering if they'll be able to make it through the month after being cut off from their SNAP benefits. However, The SoulFood Lounge and other restaurants are stepping up to make sure people don't go hungry.
More Chicago families are wondering if they'll be able to make it through the month after being cut off from their SNAP benefits. However, The SoulFood Lounge and other restaurants are stepping up to make sure people don't go hungry.
Chicago crime: Man, 33, shot on West Side
A 33-year-old man was shot and wounded Monday evening in Chicago’s Lawndale neighborhood.
A 33-year-old man was shot and wounded Monday evening in Chicago’s Lawndale neighborhood.