Chicago installs Narcan newsstands to combat opioid overdoses
Chicago recognized International Overdose Awareness Day by installing multiple Narcan newsstands in the Uptown neighborhood this week.
Chicago recognized International Overdose Awareness Day by installing multiple Narcan newsstands in the Uptown neighborhood this week.
Chicago Board of Education approves controversial budget plan, avoids shutdown
The Chicago Board of Education approved the budget for next year Thursday evening after an hourslong meeting.
The Chicago Board of Education approved the budget for next year Thursday evening after an hourslong meeting.
Chicago police officer sues city, alleging racial harassment by fellow officers
A Chicago police officer is suing the city, claiming he was subjected to racial attacks by fellow officers. The accusations against the department include a bigoted cartoon of a Black man with a gun pointed at his own head.
A Chicago police officer is suing the city, claiming he was subjected to racial attacks by fellow officers. The accusations against the department include a bigoted cartoon of a Black man with a gun pointed at his own head.
Chicago businessman urges Trump to send National Guard, despite wider pushback
Willie Wilson, a prominent Chicago businessman and philanthropist, publicly urged President Trump to send National Guard troops to the city to combat gun violence, a break with the vast majority of Chicago leaders who have opposed the idea.
Willie Wilson, a prominent Chicago businessman and philanthropist, publicly urged President Trump to send National Guard troops to the city to combat gun violence, a break with the vast majority of Chicago leaders who have opposed the idea.
Chicago Public Schools CEO open to changing controversial budget plan ahead of key vote
The Chicago Board of Education is set to meet on Thursday to pass a hotly-contested 2026 budget plan that's divided the mayor, CTU and district leadership.
The Chicago Board of Education is set to meet on Thursday to pass a hotly-contested 2026 budget plan that's divided the mayor, CTU and district leadership.
Chicago man pleads guilty to kidnapping Postal Service mail carrier
A Chicago man pleaded guilty this week to the kidnapping of a U.S. Postal Service employee in Little Village back in 2022.
A Chicago man pleaded guilty this week to the kidnapping of a U.S. Postal Service employee in Little Village back in 2022.
Businessman Willie Wilson urges Trump to send National Guard to Chicago: 'This is not political'
Prominent businessman Willie Wilson, who lost a son to gun violence, urged President Trump to deploy the National Guard to Chicago to help combat violent crime in the city.
Prominent businessman Willie Wilson, who lost a son to gun violence, urged President Trump to deploy the National Guard to Chicago to help combat violent crime in the city.
Chicago cop files lawsuit alleging racist harassment by colleagues
A Chicago police officer filed a federal lawsuit accusing fellow officers of racist harassment and retaliation after he intervened in an incident with a pregnant woman.
A Chicago police officer filed a federal lawsuit accusing fellow officers of racist harassment and retaliation after he intervened in an incident with a pregnant woman.
Chicago weather: Rain chances return Thursday, but weekend shaping up sunny
Chicagoans will enjoy another pleasant day today with mild temps and sunshine before rain chances return Thursday.
Chicagoans will enjoy another pleasant day today with mild temps and sunshine before rain chances return Thursday.
Illinois leaders push back against Trump?s National Guard plan for Chicago
Community groups and officials rally at Federal Plaza, rejecting military deployment as intimidation, not safety, and offering support resources for immigrants.
Community groups and officials rally at Federal Plaza, rejecting military deployment as intimidation, not safety, and offering support resources for immigrants.
Chicago police launch new podcast series amid crime debate
The Chicago Police Department launched a new podcast series called "Roll Call" on Wednesday.
The Chicago Police Department launched a new podcast series called "Roll Call" on Wednesday.
Shooting on Chicago's West Side leaves man dead
A man was shot and killed inside a home Wednesday morning in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.
A man was shot and killed inside a home Wednesday morning in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.
Chicago police fire shots after burglary suspects hit officers with vehicles in Englewood
Three Chicago police officers were injured after a burglary investigation led to shots being fired during a chaotic confrontation on the South Side.
Three Chicago police officers were injured after a burglary investigation led to shots being fired during a chaotic confrontation on the South Side.
Chicago's 'death hospital,' SNAP cuts, and a new athletic shoe brand | ChicagoNOW
What's trending? Detailing a "death hospital" on Chicago's Northwest Side; how SNAP cuts affect local food pantries and a former Loyola basketball player launches a new athletic shoe brand, on ChicagoNOW.
What's trending? Detailing a "death hospital" on Chicago's Northwest Side; how SNAP cuts affect local food pantries and a former Loyola basketball player launches a new athletic shoe brand, on ChicagoNOW.
Athletic shoe brand launched by ex-Loyola basketball player | ChicagoNOW
Eric Porter, a former Loyola Chicago basketball player, talked about Stria Sport, the new athletic shoe brand he's launching.
Eric Porter, a former Loyola Chicago basketball player, talked about Stria Sport, the new athletic shoe brand he's launching.
How cuts to SNAP affect Chicago area food pantries | ChicagoNOW
Cuts in federal spending affecting the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP, are expected to impact food pantries in the Chicago area and the thousands of people they serve.
Cuts in federal spending affecting the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP, are expected to impact food pantries in the Chicago area and the thousands of people they serve.
New book explores protecting patients with disabilities| ChicagoNOW
A new book titled "Silent No Longer: Advancing the Fight for Disability Rights" from author Robert Stack explores protections for people with disabilities in the for-profit health care system.
A new book titled "Silent No Longer: Advancing the Fight for Disability Rights" from author Robert Stack explores protections for people with disabilities in the for-profit health care system.
'Death Hospital' in Chicago marred with cleanliness, money problems | ChicagoNOW
A hospital in Chicago's Portage Park has garnered the nickname the "death hospital." We spoke to Manny Ramos from Block Club Chicago to discuss his reporting on what problems have been plaguing the facility.
A hospital in Chicago's Portage Park has garnered the nickname the "death hospital." We spoke to Manny Ramos from Block Club Chicago to discuss his reporting on what problems have been plaguing the facility.
How the Swift-Kelce engagement crosses cultural lines | ChicagoNOW
The engagement of music superstar Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce crosses cultural lines so we had to bring in out resident Swifties, one of whom is a sports producer, to talk about the big news.
The engagement of music superstar Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce crosses cultural lines so we had to bring in out resident Swifties, one of whom is a sports producer, to talk about the big news.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce wedding, life after death & infant development | ChicagoNOW
What's trending? Celebrity wedding planner discusses what Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could be planning for their wedding. Then, a psychic medium explains the science behind near death experiences. Plus, Northwestern Medicine unveils the National Institute of Health Baby Toolbox.
What's trending? Celebrity wedding planner discusses what Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could be planning for their wedding. Then, a psychic medium explains the science behind near death experiences. Plus, Northwestern Medicine unveils the National Institute of Health Baby Toolbox.