Mayor Johnson attends roundtable in Baltimore, addresses Chicago's crime reduction
Mayor Brandon Johnson met with Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott at a roundtable to discuss Chicago's approach to reducing crime without the intervention of the National Guard.
Mayor Brandon Johnson met with Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott at a roundtable to discuss Chicago's approach to reducing crime without the intervention of the National Guard.
Border Patrol chief to appear in Chicago court over tear gas use
Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino is expected in federal court in Chicago tomorrow after agents allegedly used tear gas in neighborhoods despite orders to only deploy it when facing imminent danger.
Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino is expected in federal court in Chicago tomorrow after agents allegedly used tear gas in neighborhoods despite orders to only deploy it when facing imminent danger.
Caitlin Tracey's husband charged with murder 1 year after her death in Chicago
The husband of Caitlin Tracey, the woman found dead in a South Loop condo building last year, has been charged with first-degree murder.
The husband of Caitlin Tracey, the woman found dead in a South Loop condo building last year, has been charged with first-degree murder.
Chicago comedy club manager charged with assaulting Border Patrol agent
The manager of the Chicago Laugh Factory has been charged with assaulting a federal immigration officer, according to court documents.
The manager of the Chicago Laugh Factory has been charged with assaulting a federal immigration officer, according to court documents.
Windy City Smokeout 2026: Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, more to headline
The Windy City Smokeout is returning for its 13th year at the United Center in July, and the headliners have already been announced.
The Windy City Smokeout is returning for its 13th year at the United Center in July, and the headliners have already been announced.
Chicago weather: Sunshine today, rain chances return midweek
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Chicago weather: Sunshine today, rain chances return midweek
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
How Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to close a $1B budget deficit in 2026
Mayor Brandon Johnson laid out his proposal on how to close a projected nearly $1.2 billion budget deficit in 2026.
Mayor Brandon Johnson laid out his proposal on how to close a projected nearly $1.2 billion budget deficit in 2026.
Expert on Border Patrol chief due in court for deploying tear gas in Chicago
Commander Gregory Bovino is ordered to testify amid allegations federal agents violated a judge’s order during protests, raising questions about accountability and federal authority.
Commander Gregory Bovino is ordered to testify amid allegations federal agents violated a judge’s order during protests, raising questions about accountability and federal authority.
Spinning J- Thanksgiving pies & a podcast | ChicagoNOW
Spinning J owner Dinah Grossman joins ChicagoNOW to talk about Thanksgiving pies and an exciting new podcast highlighting the 10-year anniversary.
Spinning J owner Dinah Grossman joins ChicagoNOW to talk about Thanksgiving pies and an exciting new podcast highlighting the 10-year anniversary.
Hormel recalls 4.9 million pounds of chicken possibly 'contaminated with pieces of metal' | ChicagoNOW
Hormel Foods is recalling nearly 5 million pounds of foodservice ready-to-eat frozen chicken products that may be "contaminated with pieces of metal. The announcement came Saturday from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.
Hormel Foods is recalling nearly 5 million pounds of foodservice ready-to-eat frozen chicken products that may be "contaminated with pieces of metal. The announcement came Saturday from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.
Kim Kardashian & North West debut Halloween costumes on TikTok
In a series of videos shared on Kim and North's joint TikTok account on Friday, Oct. 24, the mother-daughter duo can be seen teaming up with Kris Jenner to dress up as some of the 12-year-old's favorite influencers — Jay Guapõ, Pink Cardigan and Chrissy G.
In a series of videos shared on Kim and North's joint TikTok account on Friday, Oct. 24, the mother-daughter duo can be seen teaming up with Kris Jenner to dress up as some of the 12-year-old's favorite influencers — Jay Guapõ, Pink Cardigan and Chrissy G.
What your Halloween couples costume says about your relationship
You might want to think twice about your Halloween costume this year - author and relationship expert Dr. Tara says your Halloween look could speak to the status of your relationship.
You might want to think twice about your Halloween costume this year - author and relationship expert Dr. Tara says your Halloween look could speak to the status of your relationship.
The mysterious Manhattan-sized comet 3I/ATLAS | ChicagoNOW
New updates on the comet 3I/ATLAS. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has been closely tracking this object and exploring the possibility that it could even be alien technology.
New updates on the comet 3I/ATLAS. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb has been closely tracking this object and exploring the possibility that it could even be alien technology.
Spies, lies, and cybercrime
Eric O’Neill is a former FBI counterintelligence operative, famously helped capture Robert Hanssen, the most damaging spy in U.S. history. Now he’s turning his decades of insider expertise to one of today’s biggest threats that affects us all - cybercrime.
Eric O’Neill is a former FBI counterintelligence operative, famously helped capture Robert Hanssen, the most damaging spy in U.S. history. Now he’s turning his decades of insider expertise to one of today’s biggest threats that affects us all - cybercrime.
Highland Park’s 2nd Annual Día de los Muertos week
Downtown Highland Park is hosting it’s 2nd Annual Día de los Muertos Week, now through November 2, 2025. Diana Gran joins to run through the activities available.
Downtown Highland Park is hosting it’s 2nd Annual Día de los Muertos Week, now through November 2, 2025. Diana Gran joins to run through the activities available.
Annual Dyslexia Conference recognizes local leaders
Everyone Reading Illinois (ERI) will host its Annual Dyslexia Conference on October 29–30, 2025, at NIU Naperville. Shira Raviv Schwartz, Educational Advocate and President Elect of Everyone Reading Illinois, joins with dyslexic Deerfield High School senior Will Lambert to explain the importance of teachers having tools to properly teach dyslexic students.
Everyone Reading Illinois (ERI) will host its Annual Dyslexia Conference on October 29–30, 2025, at NIU Naperville. Shira Raviv Schwartz, Educational Advocate and President Elect of Everyone Reading Illinois, joins with dyslexic Deerfield High School senior Will Lambert to explain the importance of teachers having tools to properly teach dyslexic students.
Amber alert for pets
According to FidoAlert, 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime. Halloween is especially risky, as it’s the second most common holiday for pets to go missing. FidoAlert provides pet owners a way to be reunited with their furry family members.
According to FidoAlert, 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime. Halloween is especially risky, as it’s the second most common holiday for pets to go missing. FidoAlert provides pet owners a way to be reunited with their furry family members.
Pilsen's 'Carrera de los Muertos' 5K celebrates culture, community amid immigration fears
With 8,000 runners set to take part, founder Carlos Jaramillo shares how the beloved Day of the Dead race uplifts local businesses and supports CPS girls through the Girls MPowered program.
With 8,000 runners set to take part, founder Carlos Jaramillo shares how the beloved Day of the Dead race uplifts local businesses and supports CPS girls through the Girls MPowered program.
Chicago named one of the best U.S. cities for Halloween celebrations
Chicago ranks among the best places in America to celebrate Halloween! See where it lands in WalletHub’s 2025 list🎃
Chicago ranks among the best places in America to celebrate Halloween! See where it lands in WalletHub’s 2025 list🎃