Chicago businesses close or fundraise as part of 'National Shutdown Day'
A nationwide boycott called “National Shutdown Day" is taking shape today. Here’s what’s happening in Chicago.
A nationwide boycott called “National Shutdown Day" is taking shape today. Here’s what’s happening in Chicago.
RHOA’s Drew Sidora talks new Tubi thriller 'Twin' and what’s next in season 17
Real Housewives of Atlanta star Drew Sidora joins us to break down her new Tubi film Twin, a story of identity, reinvention and second chances. She also teases what fans can expect from season 17 and shares a few Chicago shoutouts along the way.
Real Housewives of Atlanta star Drew Sidora joins us to break down her new Tubi film Twin, a story of identity, reinvention and second chances. She also teases what fans can expect from season 17 and shares a few Chicago shoutouts along the way.
Spooky “SOS” lights go viral — then the Plainfield mystery is solved | ChicagoNOW
Was someone secretly signaling for help? A Plainfield home with flashing lights sparked viral panic and plenty of TikTok theories. Police say the truth behind the “SOS” scare is far less sinister.
Was someone secretly signaling for help? A Plainfield home with flashing lights sparked viral panic and plenty of TikTok theories. Police say the truth behind the “SOS” scare is far less sinister.
Stereophonic — Tony-winning rock drama, now through Feb. 8 at CIBC Theatre
Set in a 1976 music studio, Stereophonic follows an up-and-coming rock band on the cusp of superstardom — a story of pressure, breakup and breakthrough with original music by Will Butler. Starring Claire DeJean and Emilie Kouatchou, the most Tony-nominated play of all time runs at the CIBC Theatre through Feb. 8. Get tickets at the CIBC Theatre box office or official theatre site.
Set in a 1976 music studio, Stereophonic follows an up-and-coming rock band on the cusp of superstardom — a story of pressure, breakup and breakthrough with original music by Will Butler. Starring Claire DeJean and Emilie Kouatchou, the most Tony-nominated play of all time runs at the CIBC Theatre through Feb. 8. Get tickets at the CIBC Theatre box office or official theatre site.
Woodstock kicks off annual Groundhog Days festival | ChicagoNOW
Woodstock is celebrating its connection to the 1993 film Groundhog Day as the annual Groundhog Days festival runs through Feb. 2. Melissa McMahon, vice president of the Woodstock Groundhog Days Festival Committee and Woodstock Willie mascot team captain, joins us to talk about what’s ahead.
Woodstock is celebrating its connection to the 1993 film Groundhog Day as the annual Groundhog Days festival runs through Feb. 2. Melissa McMahon, vice president of the Woodstock Groundhog Days Festival Committee and Woodstock Willie mascot team captain, joins us to talk about what’s ahead.
Winter storm warning in effect for Chicago as lake-effect snow ramps up
A winter storm warning is now in effect for Chicago. Lake-effect snow could bring 6" or more.
A winter storm warning is now in effect for Chicago. Lake-effect snow could bring 6" or more.
What Illinois drivers need to know before the Real ID deadline
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias breaks down the Real ID deadline, DMV access in Chicago and the suburbs, new safety proposals for e-bikes and scooters, and an investigation into a troubling red-light camera ticket mix-up.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias breaks down the Real ID deadline, DMV access in Chicago and the suburbs, new safety proposals for e-bikes and scooters, and an investigation into a troubling red-light camera ticket mix-up.
Truck overturns on Chicago's I-290, traffic snarled
Traffic was moving slowly after a truck flipped on its side Friday morning on the Eisenhower Expressway.
Traffic was moving slowly after a truck flipped on its side Friday morning on the Eisenhower Expressway.
Chicago man arrested years after deadly South Side shooting
More than two years after a fatal Chicago shooting, an arrest has been made.
More than two years after a fatal Chicago shooting, an arrest has been made.
Chicago woman charged in CTA train stabbing
A Chicago woman is charged with attempted murder in a CTA train stabbing from earlier this month.
A Chicago woman is charged with attempted murder in a CTA train stabbing from earlier this month.
Daniel Biss faces scrutiny over Northwestern encampment decision as he runs for Congress
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss is defending his decision not to dispatch police to break up a Palestinian encampment on the Northwestern campus in the Spring of 2024.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss is defending his decision not to dispatch police to break up a Palestinian encampment on the Northwestern campus in the Spring of 2024.
Study: Partisan divide on foreign policy widens | The Chicago Report
Venezuela, Russia, Ukraine, China foreign policy is at the center of President Trump's agenda these days. But how do average Americans feel about all of these issues? The Chicago Council on Global Affairs has a revealing new survey showing the public's attitudes and how Republican and Democratic voters split.
Venezuela, Russia, Ukraine, China foreign policy is at the center of President Trump's agenda these days. But how do average Americans feel about all of these issues? The Chicago Council on Global Affairs has a revealing new survey showing the public's attitudes and how Republican and Democratic voters split.
Rising e-bike crashes prompt Illinois to launch new safety initiative
Illinois officials started a new “Ride Safe, Ride Smart, Ride Ready" program to create tougher rules for fast e-bikes, scooters and other electric devices.
Illinois officials started a new “Ride Safe, Ride Smart, Ride Ready" program to create tougher rules for fast e-bikes, scooters and other electric devices.
Same license plate, different cars: Suburban driver fights red light ticket
A suburban woman says she is fighting a red-light camera ticket issued for a vehicle she does not own, even though the license plate number on the citation matches her own.
A suburban woman says she is fighting a red-light camera ticket issued for a vehicle she does not own, even though the license plate number on the citation matches her own.
Chicago former top cop: When ICE and protesters go too far
In the first edition of Garry’s Take, former Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy breaks down his view of ICE enforcement: he says he’s okay with the mission, but raises concerns about tactics that can escalate into dangerous street-level confrontations. McCarthy argues the country can’t keep encouraging chaos around the law—and that if people want change, they should change the law—then lays out what he sees as a workable middle ground involving process, public safety, and immigration detainers.
In the first edition of Garry’s Take, former Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy breaks down his view of ICE enforcement: he says he’s okay with the mission, but raises concerns about tactics that can escalate into dangerous street-level confrontations. McCarthy argues the country can’t keep encouraging chaos around the law—and that if people want change, they should change the law—then lays out what he sees as a workable middle ground involving process, public safety, and immigration detainers.
Attorney warns of hidden camera risks after Hinsdale spa investigation | ChicagoLIVE
An Illinois attorney is warning consumers about the risks of hidden camera after prosecutors charged a Hinsdale spa owner with felony unauthorized videotaping.
An Illinois attorney is warning consumers about the risks of hidden camera after prosecutors charged a Hinsdale spa owner with felony unauthorized videotaping.
SoxFest returns this weekend at Ramova Theatre | ChicagoLIVE
The Chicago White Sox host SoxFest Live featuring fan events and player meet-and-greets ahead of the new season.
The Chicago White Sox host SoxFest Live featuring fan events and player meet-and-greets ahead of the new season.
Airline rivalry: United, American battle for O’Hare | ChicagoLIVE
A new round of billboard ads from United Airlines highlights the growing rivalry with American Airlines for dominance at O’Hare International Airport.
A new round of billboard ads from United Airlines highlights the growing rivalry with American Airlines for dominance at O’Hare International Airport.
Meet the gator expert helping protect crocodilians at Florida’s Gatorland | ChicagoLIVE
Savannah Boan, Crocodilian Enrichment Coordinator at Gatorland, joins us to talk conservation, animal care and what it takes to work with alligators and crocodiles every day.
Savannah Boan, Crocodilian Enrichment Coordinator at Gatorland, joins us to talk conservation, animal care and what it takes to work with alligators and crocodiles every day.
Tech industry faces major job losses as industry adjusts | ChicagoLIVE
Technology companies led private-sector layoffs last year, with overhiring, inflation and AI as part of the reason.
Technology companies led private-sector layoffs last year, with overhiring, inflation and AI as part of the reason.