Three gunmen open fire on 18-year-old on Chicago's West Side

An 18-year-old man was shot by a group of three gunmen and critically wounded Monday evening in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.

Chicago weather: Warmer temps to stick around this week

Winds will begin to relax a bit tonight with skies becoming partly cloudy but then warmth will stick around a few days.

Psychologist warns of lasting trauma from Chicago immigration raids

Immigration enforcement across Chicago hasn’t just changed neighborhoods. A new medical study says it’s changed childhoods.

Chicago’s 'Space to Grow' program celebrates 10 years with new schoolyard
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Chicago’s green schoolyard initiative, Space to Grow, just hit a major milestone — unveiling its 41st redesigned schoolyard at Emmett Louis Till Fine & Performing Arts School. The new outdoor space includes gardens, sports fields, and classrooms designed to connect students with nature while helping manage stormwater during heavy rains. Michael Davidson from Openlands says the goal is to inspire lasting connections between people and the environment.

Jackson Chance Foundation’s Ping Pong Ball supporting babies in the NICU
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The Jackson Chance Foundation is serving up some fun for an amazing cause! It's the 11th annual Ping Pong Ball, where celebrities, pros and community members go head-to-head in a high-energy ping pong tournament. It's making a huge difference for families with babies in the NICU.

Butterball expert shares top turkey tips for a stress-free Thanksgiving | ChicagoNOW
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Thanksgiving is almost here and 21% of holiday hosts say they’re intimidated by cooking the turkey! "ChicagoNOW" talks with Astrid Volpert from the Butterball Turkey Talk-Line, open now through December, to help you plan the perfect feast.

Manny's Deli offers meals to SNAP recipients
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As families start to feel the pinch of losing SNAP assistance, some local restaurants are doing what they can to help.

How to handle in-law drama during the holidays — expert advice | ChicagoNOW
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Even the happiest marriages can be tested by tricky in-law dynamics, especially around the holidays. "ChicagoNOW" welcomes Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, clinical psychologist and bestselling author of I Didn’t Sign Up for This, who shares how couples can stay aligned, intentional, and on the same team through family stress.

Noor Hibbert shares practical manifestation tips | ChicagoNOW
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Noor Hibbert, host of the podcast Just F-ing Manifest it, joins us to share a science-based approach to manifestation. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.

UFOs under the ocean? MUFON’s Ron James on USO sightings off U.S. coasts
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Forget UFOs — what about USOs, or Unidentified Submerged Objects? MUFON’s Ron James, filmmaker behind Accidental Truth, joins "ChicagoNOW" to break down reports of thousands of underwater craft sightings along U.S. coastlines.

23rd annual Chicago Toy & Game Fair returns Nov. 8-9 | ChicagoNOW
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The annual Chicago Toy & Game Fair takes place Nov. 8 and 9 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.

CTA Red Line robbery: 3 suspects sought for stealing from rider

Chicago police are asking for the public's help in identifying three people wanted for robbing a CTA Red Line rider last month on the South Side.

Local nonprofit aims to support community heroes | ChicagoNOW
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The nonprofit Heroes helping Heroes aims to celebrate community heroes and provide support with upcoming events. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.