Med students celebrate Match Day as state faces doctor shortfall

Hundreds of medical students across the city, including at the University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine, opened sealed envelopes revealing where they will begin residency training, a milestone that comes as Illinois faces a growing shortage of doctors.

CTA sues feds over halted funding for Red Line expansion, modernization

The Chicago Transit Authority is suing the federal government after it chose to withhold funds needed to expand the Red Line and modernize both the Red and Purple lines.

Firefighter tragedy, squatters shock & new White Sox stadium? | Week in Review
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This week on Fox Chicago’s "Week in Review:" A Chicago firefighter loses his life. A tragic end for a suburban man missing in Spain. Plus, a surprise shakeup at the Chicago mayor’s office and a shocking story involving squatters in a local apartment. We also break down the biggest winners at this year’s Oscars and highlight “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” at the Goodman Theatre.

Chicago man charged with murder in death of firefighter Michael Altman

A Chicago man has been charged in the death of firefighter Michael Altman, who died after responding to a North Side blaze earlier this week.

After cyberattack loss, Logan Square shop hit again by storefront car crash

Lost Girls Vintage in Logan Square is asking for community support after a car crashed into its storefront, adding to an already difficult start to the year.

Michael Altman: Hundreds line streets to honor fallen Chicago firefighter
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Hundreds of people gathered to pay tribute to Chicago firefighter Michael Altman, who died after being injured battling a Rogers Park fire. The 32-year-old leaves behind a wife, a young child, and another on the way, as the community rallies to support his family ahead of next week’s funeral.

March Madness betting risks: WSJ columnist Eli Thompson on impact for young people | ChicagoLIVE
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Wall Street Journal columnist and college student Eli Thompson joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss how sports betting is impacting young people, especially during March Madness. He explains why the issue is growing, the financial and social toll it can take, and why more awareness is needed.

Why Metra is testing a new way to scan tickets | ChicagoLIVE
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Metra’s Michael Gillis explains a new pilot program testing ticket scanners on selected off-peak trains. The test aims to improve fare collection and prepare for a unified system with CTA and Pace under the new NITA agency.

iVerify CEO Rocky Cole explains ‘DarkSword’ iPhone hack and rising mobile threats | ChicagoLIVE
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iVerify CEO Rocky Cole joins ChicagoLIVE to break down newly discovered mobile attacks like “DarkSword” and how hackers are increasingly targeting smartphones. He explains how these threats work, why they’re becoming more common, and what users can do to better protect their personal data.

Lost Girls Vintage co-owner shares update after car crashes into Logan Square storefront | ChicagoLIVE
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Lost Girls Vintage co-owner Kyla Embrey joins ChicagoLIVE after a car crashed through the Logan Square storefront, causing major damage but thankfully no injuries. She shares how the community quickly stepped up, what comes next for the shop, and how neighbors can help as the business rebuilds.

Copyleaks CEO Alon Yamin on how to spot AI deepfakes in political ads | ChicagoLIVE
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Copyleaks CEO Alon Yamin joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the growing use of AI-generated voices, videos and images in political ads. He explains why deepfakes are getting harder to detect, why transparency and enforcement matter, and what voters should watch for as AI misinformation becomes more common.

Chicago deputy mayor for public safety fired, community leaders react
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Faith leaders and community groups are raising concerns after the abrupt removal of a top deputy in Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration, questioning the timing amid ongoing efforts to reduce violence in Chicago.

Cops to cannabis drivers? | ChicagoNOW
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Talaria is giving retired Illinois police officers and veterans an unexpected new mission: protecting and transporting cash from medical and recreational cannabis proceeds. Based in Joliet, the company is building a workforce around former law enforcement and military professionals trained to handle high-risk, high-security assignments.

Boys, 15 and 17, charged with stealing car in Chicago

Two teenage boys have been charged in connection with a vehicle theft Thursday morning on Chicago's Far South Side.

Endangered rhino calf born at Lincoln Park Zoo

Just hours old and already on her feet! Meet the newest addition at Lincoln Park Zoo.

The ultimate guide to C2E2 2026 | ChciagoNOW
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ChicagoNOW talks with the ReedPop Events Manager, Chris D'Lando, to discuss everything coming to the McCormick Place for C2E2 2026.

Taylor Frankie Paul's season of 'The Bachelorette' is canceled
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ABC has canceled Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of “The Bachelorette” after the release of a disturbing 2023 video that shows the reality star throwing chairs at her ex Dakota Mortensen during a domestic violence incident.