3-year Lake Street Bridge closure begins
A major overhaul of the 109-year-old Lake Street Bridge is now underway, rerouting vehicles and pedestrians while CTA service faces future shutdowns.
A major overhaul of the 109-year-old Lake Street Bridge is now underway, rerouting vehicles and pedestrians while CTA service faces future shutdowns.
Chicago?s top cop clarifies CPD?s role in incidents involving federal officers
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling has been relatively quiet about the federalization of law enforcement, but on Monday, he broke that silence.
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling has been relatively quiet about the federalization of law enforcement, but on Monday, he broke that silence.
Feds want info on 2 alleged assaults on agents in Chicago, FBI offers $50k reward
Investigators are offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information related to two assaults on federal officers on Chicago’s Southwest Side.
Investigators are offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information related to two assaults on federal officers on Chicago’s Southwest Side.
JB Pritzker responds after Illinois sues Trump admin over National Guard deployment
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at a press conference on Oct. 6, 2025, after the state and City of Chicago sued the Trump administration for its deployment of National Guard troops to the state.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at a press conference on Oct. 6, 2025, after the state and City of Chicago sued the Trump administration for its deployment of National Guard troops to the state.
Chicago police warn of downtown robberies targeting people who are alone
Chicago police are warning about a series of downtown robberies in high-traffic areas.
Chicago police are warning about a series of downtown robberies in high-traffic areas.
Inside America's secret societies: Rare auction reveals hidden artifacts | ChicagoNOW
Potter & Potter Auctions will hold a first-of-its-kind sale of rare objects from American secret societies, including Freemasons, Odd Fellows and Shriners. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Potter & Potter Auctions will hold a first-of-its-kind sale of rare objects from American secret societies, including Freemasons, Odd Fellows and Shriners. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Finance expert shares money saving tricks that could save you thousands | ChicagoNOW
Finance expert Pattie Ehsaei shares simple steps to stay on top of your money without feeling overwhelmed. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Finance expert Pattie Ehsaei shares simple steps to stay on top of your money without feeling overwhelmed. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
What is an acceptable tip in 2025? Finance expert weighs in | ChicagoNOW
A recent study says Gen Z is tipping less, leaving the service industry frustrated. Finance expert Patti Ehsaei weighs in on what's considered an acceptable tip in 2025. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
A recent study says Gen Z is tipping less, leaving the service industry frustrated. Finance expert Patti Ehsaei weighs in on what's considered an acceptable tip in 2025. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Teen injured in drive-by shooting on Chicago's Southwest Side
Chicago police say a teen walked to a firehouse for help after being shot in a drive-by Sunday night.
Chicago police say a teen walked to a firehouse for help after being shot in a drive-by Sunday night.
Cracker Barrel attempts to bounce back with free pancakes and logo reversal | ChicagoNOW
After a failed logo change that sparked online backlash, Cracker Barrel is bringing back its classic look along with a NFL pancake promo. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
After a failed logo change that sparked online backlash, Cracker Barrel is bringing back its classic look along with a NFL pancake promo. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Chicago establishes ICE-free zones: Here's what we know
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Monday signed an executive order creating "ICE-free zones" across Chicago.
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Monday signed an executive order creating "ICE-free zones" across Chicago.
Pritzker sues Trump to block National Guard in Illinois, Texas troops en route
State and city officials filed a lawsuit to block the Trump admin from deploying hundreds of National Guard troops in the Chicago area.
State and city officials filed a lawsuit to block the Trump admin from deploying hundreds of National Guard troops in the Chicago area.
Brandon Johnson announces new ICE-free zones in Chicago
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed a new executive order, establishing ICE-free zones on city property.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed a new executive order, establishing ICE-free zones on city property.
Driver killed after large metal object crashes through windshield on Dan Ryan Expressway
A driver was killed when a large metal object went through the windshield of their vehicle early Monday on the Dan Ryan Expressway.
A driver was killed when a large metal object went through the windshield of their vehicle early Monday on the Dan Ryan Expressway.
Man shot near 7-Eleven in downtown Chicago
A man was shot twice near a 7-Eleven Monday morning in the Loop.
A man was shot twice near a 7-Eleven Monday morning in the Loop.
1 in custody after pair shot in Chicago garage
Two people were wounded in a shooting Sunday night in the Hegewisch neighborhood and a suspect was taken into custody, Chicago police said.
Two people were wounded in a shooting Sunday night in the Hegewisch neighborhood and a suspect was taken into custody, Chicago police said.
Chicago Marathon 2025: Street closures, start times and other things to know
The Chicago Marathon returns on Sunday with major street closures to be aware of.
The Chicago Marathon returns on Sunday with major street closures to be aware of.
Chicago crime: Man, 33, killed during argument in Brighton Park
A man was shot and killed during an argument Monday morning in Chicago's Brighton Park neighborhood.
A man was shot and killed during an argument Monday morning in Chicago's Brighton Park neighborhood.
Chicago weather: Warm today ahead of cold front
Warm weather and storms today give way to cooler, sunny days later this week.
Warm weather and storms today give way to cooler, sunny days later this week.
'ICE is not about safety': Chicago residents, lawmakers condemn raid in South Shore
Congressional leaders and South Shore residents welcomed the press to the scene of a late-night raid in South Shore earlier this week for a look inside the building.
Congressional leaders and South Shore residents welcomed the press to the scene of a late-night raid in South Shore earlier this week for a look inside the building.