Trump threatens funding for Chicago transit after woman set on fire
President Trump's administration is threatening to pull federal funding for public transportation in Chicago unless the city tightens security after a man allegedly set a woman on fire inside a commuter train in November.
President Trump's administration is threatening to pull federal funding for public transportation in Chicago unless the city tightens security after a man allegedly set a woman on fire inside a commuter train in November.
Trump threatens funding for Chicago transit after woman set on fire
President Donald Trump's administration is threatening to pull federal funding for public transportation in Chicago unless the city tightens security after a man allegedly set a woman on fire inside a commuter train in November.
President Donald Trump's administration is threatening to pull federal funding for public transportation in Chicago unless the city tightens security after a man allegedly set a woman on fire inside a commuter train in November.
How to cut your holiday grocery bill | ChicagoNOW
With holiday dinners and gift spending adding up, many shoppers are looking for ways to trim their grocery budget. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
With holiday dinners and gift spending adding up, many shoppers are looking for ways to trim their grocery budget. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Feeling forced into holiday plans? You're not alone, survey shows | ChicagoNOW
A new survey shows most Americans feel pressured to attend holiday events, leading to stress, people-pleasing and burnout. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
A new survey shows most Americans feel pressured to attend holiday events, leading to stress, people-pleasing and burnout. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Chicago residents push back as property taxes soar
A surge in property taxes—some topping 100%—has Chicago residents demanding relief.
A surge in property taxes—some topping 100%—has Chicago residents demanding relief.
Mayor Brandon Johnson narrows corporate head tax plan to fund 2026 budget
Mayor Brandon Johnson is sticking with a revised head tax to close Chicago’s $1.1 billion budget gap.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is sticking with a revised head tax to close Chicago’s $1.1 billion budget gap.
West Side residents demand relief after shocking property tax hikes
Amid soaring property tax increases—some topping 100%—faith leaders and elected officials on Chicago’s West Side are calling for a rollback and potential freeze to help struggling homeowners.
Amid soaring property tax increases—some topping 100%—faith leaders and elected officials on Chicago’s West Side are calling for a rollback and potential freeze to help struggling homeowners.
Mayor Brandon Johnson pitches revised corporate head tax for new budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a defense of his 2026 budget proposal on Tuesday amid opposition from several City Council members.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a defense of his 2026 budget proposal on Tuesday amid opposition from several City Council members.
TikToker 'Jen from Corporate' talks prank-calling fame and how it started | ChicagoNOW
Kate, better known as TikTok's "Jen from Corporate," shares how she turned prank calling into a viral brand. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Kate, better known as TikTok's "Jen from Corporate," shares how she turned prank calling into a viral brand. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Former White House Chief Usher shares untold stories in memoir | ChicagoNOW
Gary J. Walters, the longest-serving Chief Usher of the White House details interactions with first families, life in the residence and more in new memoir. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Gary J. Walters, the longest-serving Chief Usher of the White House details interactions with first families, life in the residence and more in new memoir. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Northwestern study links negative video game ratings to 'out of control' behavior | ChicagoNOW
A new study from Northwestern finds that some gamers keep playing and spending on games they dislike which may signal problematic digital use. Study author Julian Runge explains why some players are more prone to compulsive gaming. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
A new study from Northwestern finds that some gamers keep playing and spending on games they dislike which may signal problematic digital use. Study author Julian Runge explains why some players are more prone to compulsive gaming. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Comedy icon Tommy Davidson previews three-night Chicago run | ChicagoNOW
Comedian Tommy Davidson previews his upcoming show and shares his favorite things about Chicago. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Comedian Tommy Davidson previews his upcoming show and shares his favorite things about Chicago. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Urban Pooch shares holiday gift guide for pets | ChicagoNOW
Urban Pooch co-founder Ed Kaczmarek joins us in studio with a pet friendly holiday gift guide. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Urban Pooch co-founder Ed Kaczmarek joins us in studio with a pet friendly holiday gift guide. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
TMZ: ABC extends Kimmel's contract after suspension | ChicagoNOW
ABC is giving Jimmy Kimmel another year of his show just months after suspending him for comments tied to Charlie Kirk's shooter. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
ABC is giving Jimmy Kimmel another year of his show just months after suspending him for comments tied to Charlie Kirk's shooter. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Carjacking charges filed against 16-year-old boy in Lake View East robbery
A 16-year-old was charged in connection with an armed carjacking this summer in the Lake View East neighborhood.
A 16-year-old was charged in connection with an armed carjacking this summer in the Lake View East neighborhood.
Chicago man accused of stabbing, choking UK woman then calling dad for lawyer found guilty of murder
A Chicago man studying in London has been found guilty of murdering his on-and-off girlfriend after prosecutors said he stabbed and choked her, then called his father to secure a lawyer before alerting police.
A Chicago man studying in London has been found guilty of murdering his on-and-off girlfriend after prosecutors said he stabbed and choked her, then called his father to secure a lawyer before alerting police.
Man found shot several times in Chicago alley dies at hospital
A man died after he was found with several gunshot wounds Tuesday morning in an alley on Chicago's West Side.
A man died after he was found with several gunshot wounds Tuesday morning in an alley on Chicago's West Side.
Man shot twice in chest on Chicago's West Side, police say
Chicago police say a man was seriously wounded when a shooter walked up and opened fire Monday night.
Chicago police say a man was seriously wounded when a shooter walked up and opened fire Monday night.
Chicago weather: Wintry mess arrives ahead of plunging temps
Freezing drizzle and flurries move in today and tonight before bitter cold settles in later this week.
Freezing drizzle and flurries move in today and tonight before bitter cold settles in later this week.
Chicago man charged after shooting officer, 18-year-old over the weekend
Chicago police have charged a South Side man with multiple felonies after a shooting left an officer and an 18-year-old wounded.
Chicago police have charged a South Side man with multiple felonies after a shooting left an officer and an 18-year-old wounded.