Lil Rel Howery talks new movie, comedy fest | ChicagoNOW
2nd Annual Whats Funny Comedy Festival - A weeklong celebration of comedy created by Lil Rel Howery and producer Knowledge Beckom. Held in Chicago for the SECOND YEAR in a row from September 16-22, the festival brings together stand-up shows, live podcasts, film screenings, and panels, all highlighting both rising and established talent. Anchored in Chicago?s rich comedy culture, the festival culminates with Lil Rel?s own stand-up special taping at The DuSable Black History Museum, blending entertainment with community and cultural pride.
2nd Annual Whats Funny Comedy Festival - A weeklong celebration of comedy created by Lil Rel Howery and producer Knowledge Beckom. Held in Chicago for the SECOND YEAR in a row from September 16-22, the festival brings together stand-up shows, live podcasts, film screenings, and panels, all highlighting both rising and established talent. Anchored in Chicago?s rich comedy culture, the festival culminates with Lil Rel?s own stand-up special taping at The DuSable Black History Museum, blending entertainment with community and cultural pride.
Chicago weather: Sunny stretch continues, rain chances return this weekend
There is a chance for rain returning to the forecast Friday night.
There is a chance for rain returning to the forecast Friday night.
Schools nationwide considering cellphone bans -- here's why | ChicagoNOW
Across the country, schools are rethinking cellphones in the classroom. New York already has bans in place, and the Los Angeles school districts, the nation?s second-largest school district, implemented one just four months ago. According to a recent study by Pew, 72% of high school teachers say that students being distracted by their cellphones in the classroom is a major problem.
Across the country, schools are rethinking cellphones in the classroom. New York already has bans in place, and the Los Angeles school districts, the nation?s second-largest school district, implemented one just four months ago. According to a recent study by Pew, 72% of high school teachers say that students being distracted by their cellphones in the classroom is a major problem.
Chicago woman looks to be middleweight boxing champ | ChicagoNOW
Olivia Curry is a local professional boxer, and this Friday she?s competing for her first two WORLD titles. It?s a middleweight championship match against Australia?s Kaye Scott in Detroit. Right now she has a record of 7-2, with two knockouts as a professional boxer since 2021. Her upcoming fight will see the winner given the World Boxing Association and World Boxing Council middleweight titles.
Olivia Curry is a local professional boxer, and this Friday she?s competing for her first two WORLD titles. It?s a middleweight championship match against Australia?s Kaye Scott in Detroit. Right now she has a record of 7-2, with two knockouts as a professional boxer since 2021. Her upcoming fight will see the winner given the World Boxing Association and World Boxing Council middleweight titles.
Local teen inspires campaign for childhood cancer research
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Lurie Children?s Hospital is rallying the community to raise $1 million for lifesaving research and support services. Leading the charge are Karen Sporny and EJ Klages, whose daughter Megan lost her battle with an aggressive brain tumor at just 19 years old in 2023. Now, they?re sharing Megan?s story of courage and determination to inspire others to help children and families still fighting today.
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and Lurie Children?s Hospital is rallying the community to raise $1 million for lifesaving research and support services. Leading the charge are Karen Sporny and EJ Klages, whose daughter Megan lost her battle with an aggressive brain tumor at just 19 years old in 2023. Now, they?re sharing Megan?s story of courage and determination to inspire others to help children and families still fighting today.
Six Flags Fright Fest 2025 sneak peek: Haunted mazes, scares & Tia Ewing's hilarious freakout
Take a sneak peek at Six Flags Fright Fest 2025! See what?s new, the scariest haunted houses and scare zones, plus Fox 32?s Tia Ewing totally losing her mind. Don?t worry?there?s also plenty of less scary fun for kids and families, so everyone can enjoy!
Take a sneak peek at Six Flags Fright Fest 2025! See what?s new, the scariest haunted houses and scare zones, plus Fox 32?s Tia Ewing totally losing her mind. Don?t worry?there?s also plenty of less scary fun for kids and families, so everyone can enjoy!
Dine out to help: 44 Chicago restaurants partner to fight food insecurity
A new dining campaign is giving Chicago-area residents a way to help neighbors facing hunger simply by ordering a meal.
A new dining campaign is giving Chicago-area residents a way to help neighbors facing hunger simply by ordering a meal.
Dine out to help: 44 Chicago restaurants partner to fight food insecurity
A new dining campaign is giving Chicago-area residents a way to help neighbors facing hunger simply by ordering a meal.
A new dining campaign is giving Chicago-area residents a way to help neighbors facing hunger simply by ordering a meal.
Border Patrol launches Operation At Large in Chicago: ?We?ve arrived?
Border patrol agents came to Chicago Tuesday morning to start "Operation At Large," targeting undocumented immigrants.
Border patrol agents came to Chicago Tuesday morning to start "Operation At Large," targeting undocumented immigrants.
Brandon Johnson signs 'Right to Protest' executive order
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order aimed at protecting the rights of protesters in Chicago, even if federal authorities try to intervene.
Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order aimed at protecting the rights of protesters in Chicago, even if federal authorities try to intervene.
Life-size Mark Twain wax figures on the auction block in Chicago
Potter and Potter Auctions offers a first look at masterfully crafted Mark Twain and literary character wax figures ahead of its Cabinet of Curiosities sale.
Potter and Potter Auctions offers a first look at masterfully crafted Mark Twain and literary character wax figures ahead of its Cabinet of Curiosities sale.
Border Patrol launches Operation At Large in Chicago: 'We've arrived'
Border patrol agents came to Chicago Tuesday morning to start "Operation At Large," targeting undocumented immigrants.
Border patrol agents came to Chicago Tuesday morning to start "Operation At Large," targeting undocumented immigrants.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the National Museum of Mexican Art
The museum?s Hispanic Heritage Month event features bilingual storytelling, cultural traditions, and hands-on experiences to engage families and the Chicago community.
The museum?s Hispanic Heritage Month event features bilingual storytelling, cultural traditions, and hands-on experiences to engage families and the Chicago community.
Chicago man charged in armed carjacking on South Side
A man was charged in connection with an armed carjacking early Monday in Chicago's Park Manor neighborhood.
A man was charged in connection with an armed carjacking early Monday in Chicago's Park Manor neighborhood.
Chicago weather: Warm 80s continue through the work week
Sunny, warm conditions continue all week before a slight weekend cooldown.
Sunny, warm conditions continue all week before a slight weekend cooldown.
Trump threatens to send National Guard to Chicago, claims police support the move
President Donald Trump targeting Chicago once again with possibly sending in the National Guard. He spoke on Monday in the Oval Office and claimed the police department wants troops to be sent in.
President Donald Trump targeting Chicago once again with possibly sending in the National Guard. He spoke on Monday in the Oval Office and claimed the police department wants troops to be sent in.
El Grito festival held in Pilsen amid immigration fears
Amid concerns of an immigration crackdown, organizers canceled the annual El Grito Festival in Grant Park earlier this month.
Amid concerns of an immigration crackdown, organizers canceled the annual El Grito Festival in Grant Park earlier this month.
Man fatally shot inside South Side home, Chicago police say
A man died Monday after being shot inside a home on Chicago’s South Side, police said.
A man died Monday after being shot inside a home on Chicago’s South Side, police said.
The Chicago Report: Enrollment down in Chicago Public Schools this year
There are fewer students attending Chicago Public Schools this year. What's fueling the decrease and how will it affect the school system?
There are fewer students attending Chicago Public Schools this year. What's fueling the decrease and how will it affect the school system?
The Chicago Report: Chicago Latinos largely oppose both Johnson and Trump
A new poll is trying to get a sense of how Chicago's Latino population feels about Trump, Pritzker, the mayor and immigration. Political strategist and Urban Institute CEO Juan Rangel joins us.
A new poll is trying to get a sense of how Chicago's Latino population feels about Trump, Pritzker, the mayor and immigration. Political strategist and Urban Institute CEO Juan Rangel joins us.