PAWS Chicago Fur Ball tonight
Tonight is for the dogs. PAWS Chicago is holding it's annual fur ball tonight at the Drake Hotel.
Tonight is for the dogs. PAWS Chicago is holding it's annual fur ball tonight at the Drake Hotel.
DePaul University Career Closet: Suited for success
DePaul University is working to alleviate some of the stress — and cost — around looking and feeling career-ready.
DePaul University is working to alleviate some of the stress — and cost — around looking and feeling career-ready.
Investigation into CPS travel spending
The Illinois Comptroller is weighing in on an alarming report about CPS spending.
The Illinois Comptroller is weighing in on an alarming report about CPS spending.
A bar crawl for bookstores: Holiday Bookstore Trolley tour to roll through Chicago area
The Holiday Bookstore Trolley is a sold-out festive tour taking book lovers on themed routes to visit local shops, meet authors, and celebrate the season.
The Holiday Bookstore Trolley is a sold-out festive tour taking book lovers on themed routes to visit local shops, meet authors, and celebrate the season.
Police seeking suspect who exposed himself to minor in North Lawndale
Chicago Police are warning the public of a man exposing himself to a minor in the North Lawndale neighborhood.
Chicago Police are warning the public of a man exposing himself to a minor in the North Lawndale neighborhood.
John Beam: Deadly shooting of Laney football coach was 'targeted,' police say
Oakland police on Friday arrested a 27-year-old former football player following the death of legendary Laney College coach, John Beam, who died from his gunshot wounds in what authorities described cryptically as a "targeted" shooting.
Oakland police on Friday arrested a 27-year-old former football player following the death of legendary Laney College coach, John Beam, who died from his gunshot wounds in what authorities described cryptically as a "targeted" shooting.
All aboard the 'Holiday Bookstore Trolley'
This one is for the bookworms out there! It's a festive and fun way to kick off the holiday season on wheels.
This one is for the bookworms out there! It's a festive and fun way to kick off the holiday season on wheels.
Alderman pushes back on Johnson's budget
A key alderman is warning Mayor Brandon Johnson that he is moving too fast with his 2026 budget.
A key alderman is warning Mayor Brandon Johnson that he is moving too fast with his 2026 budget.
Operation Midway Blitz detainees to be released
We’re waiting to confirm if ICE has started releasing people arrested in immigration raids around here.
We’re waiting to confirm if ICE has started releasing people arrested in immigration raids around here.
Family mourns father, son killed in jewelry store robbery
Police are searching for two men who they say killed a father and son in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood over the weekend.
Police are searching for two men who they say killed a father and son in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood over the weekend.
Alicia Key’s Musical ‘Hell's Kitchen’ at the Nederlander | ChicagoNOW
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.
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.
Greater Chicago Food Depository sees hunger spike after SNAP delays — 'This is our new normal' | ChicagoLIVE
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.
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.
Jiaoying Summers live at the VIC theater | ChicagoNOW
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.
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.
'The man who saves the world?' now showing in theaters | ChicagoNOW
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.
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.
Aries Spears sits down with ChicagoNOW | ChicagoNOW
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.
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.
ICE arrests, Border Patrol photo op, hemp changes & Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized | Week in Review
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.
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.
Why residents of one Chicago neighborhood are burning their property tax bills | ChicagoLIVE
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.
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.
Chicago man led police on high-speed chase with 4-year-old in car: prosecutors
A Chicago man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase with a 4-year-old child in the back seat will remain in custody until his next court date, prosecutors said.
A Chicago man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase with a 4-year-old child in the back seat will remain in custody until his next court date, prosecutors said.
Cannabis advocate warns hemp ban could flood Illinois with unregulated products | ChicagoLIVE
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.
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 blasts Pritzker’s immigration and healthcare policies | ChicagoLIVE
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.
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.