How much your credit score can drop if you miss a 'buy now, pay later' payment | ChicagoNOW
Buy now, pay later services promise convenience ? but missing just one payment can have serious consequences. A financial expert warns that late or skipped installments could cause your credit score to drop, leaving a lasting mark on your financial health.
Buy now, pay later services promise convenience ? but missing just one payment can have serious consequences. A financial expert warns that late or skipped installments could cause your credit score to drop, leaving a lasting mark on your financial health.
What it?s really like to swim in the Chicago River | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Paul Sommer made history as one of just 500 swimmers chosen to compete in the first Chicago River Swim in nearly a century ? a two-mile race through the heart of the city, beneath its bridges and alongside its skyscrapers. Even more impressive, he earned the title of top fundraiser for the event.
Dr. Paul Sommer made history as one of just 500 swimmers chosen to compete in the first Chicago River Swim in nearly a century ? a two-mile race through the heart of the city, beneath its bridges and alongside its skyscrapers. Even more impressive, he earned the title of top fundraiser for the event.
Chicago River Swim returned after nearly 100 years: Meet the top fundraiser | ChicagoNOW
For the first time in nearly a century, swimmers dove into the Chicago River for a two-mile race through the city?s iconic skyline. Among the 500 competitors, Dr. Paul Sommer stood out ? not only for completing the historic swim beneath bridges and alongside skyscrapers, but also for raising more than $37,000 for ALS research, making him the event?s top fundraiser.
For the first time in nearly a century, swimmers dove into the Chicago River for a two-mile race through the city?s iconic skyline. Among the 500 competitors, Dr. Paul Sommer stood out ? not only for completing the historic swim beneath bridges and alongside skyscrapers, but also for raising more than $37,000 for ALS research, making him the event?s top fundraiser.
Community fights to reopen Weiss Hospital as ER closure sparks outrage
Community members and elected officials rallied Monday outside Weiss Hospital demanding urgent action to restore emergency services and save jobs after last month's abrupt closure.
Community members and elected officials rallied Monday outside Weiss Hospital demanding urgent action to restore emergency services and save jobs after last month's abrupt closure.
Police seek group wanted in CTA armed robbery
Chicago police are asking for the public's help in identifying four people who robbed a CTA rider last month in the West Loop neighborhood.
Chicago police are asking for the public's help in identifying four people who robbed a CTA rider last month in the West Loop neighborhood.
Chicago house music DJ Ron Carroll dies at 57: reports
Chicago house music legend Ron Carroll reportedly died Monday at 57.
Chicago house music legend Ron Carroll reportedly died Monday at 57.
4.3 magnitude earthquake shakes near Berkeley, Oakland
DID YOU FEEL IT? The USGS reports the earthquake hit at 2:56 a.m. with an epicenter in Berkeley.
DID YOU FEEL IT? The USGS reports the earthquake hit at 2:56 a.m. with an epicenter in Berkeley.
The Wieners Circle dishes out free hot dogs after Caleb Williams' big day
The Chicago Bears' dominant first win of the season is sure to satisfy the appetite of fans, in more ways than one.
The Chicago Bears' dominant first win of the season is sure to satisfy the appetite of fans, in more ways than one.
Mayor Brandon Johnson quotes MLK to argue law enforcement is a 'sickness'
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson rejected President Trump’s idea of sending the National Guard to the city, calling militarism and heavy law enforcement a “sickness,” drawing sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson rejected President Trump’s idea of sending the National Guard to the city, calling militarism and heavy law enforcement a “sickness,” drawing sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers.
CTA bus crashes into SUV on Chicago's South Side
Several people were reportedly injured after a CTA bus crashed with an SUV Monday morning on Chicago's South Side.
Several people were reportedly injured after a CTA bus crashed with an SUV Monday morning on Chicago's South Side.
Chicago crime: Man, 31, found shot several times on sidewalk
A man was shot and seriously wounded early Monday in the East Garfield Park neighborhood on Chicago's West Side.
A man was shot and seriously wounded early Monday in the East Garfield Park neighborhood on Chicago's West Side.
1 hospitalized, 2 in custody after Chicago domestic dispute escalates into gunfire
A man was shot early Monday when a gun went off during a domestic dispute in the Gresham neighborhood, Chicago police said.
A man was shot early Monday when a gun went off during a domestic dispute in the Gresham neighborhood, Chicago police said.
Chicago weather: Isolated storms today, cooler 70s arrive midweek
Today, the Chicago area has the chance for isolated showers and a few rumbles of thunder. Highs will be in the upper 70s and low 80s.
Today, the Chicago area has the chance for isolated showers and a few rumbles of thunder. Highs will be in the upper 70s and low 80s.
Chicago Police warn of sexual abuse incidents by scooter-riding offender in Harrison
Chicago Police are warning of recent criminal sexual abuse incidents by an offender on an electric scooter in the Harrison neighborhood.
Chicago Police are warning of recent criminal sexual abuse incidents by an offender on an electric scooter in the Harrison neighborhood.
Chicago River Swim
Hundreds of swimmers taking the plunge into the Chicago River for a historic race.
Hundreds of swimmers taking the plunge into the Chicago River for a historic race.
CTA bus crashes into home
The investigation continues tonight after a CTA bus crashed into a home in Jefferson Park.
The investigation continues tonight after a CTA bus crashed into a home in Jefferson Park.
Chicago weather: On and off showers and storms expected early this week
Scattered showers and storms have flared up across the area this afternoon. While the overall severe weather threat is low, a few storms have reached severe criteria with the main hazard being damaging wind gusts and hail.
Scattered showers and storms have flared up across the area this afternoon. While the overall severe weather threat is low, a few storms have reached severe criteria with the main hazard being damaging wind gusts and hail.
Man charged after two stabbings in North Lawndale: police
A Chicago man has been charged with aggravated battery after stabbing a 22-year-old woman and a 62-year-old man in the North Lawndale neighborhood, according to Chicago Police.
A Chicago man has been charged with aggravated battery after stabbing a 22-year-old woman and a 62-year-old man in the North Lawndale neighborhood, according to Chicago Police.
8-year-old girl hospitalized after being shot in finger inside Auburn Gresham home: police
An 8-year-old girl has been hospitalized after sustaining a gunshot wound to her finger in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood on Sunday, according to police.
An 8-year-old girl has been hospitalized after sustaining a gunshot wound to her finger in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood on Sunday, according to police.
Chicago?s Best New Buildings of 2025 revealed | ChicagoNOW
Chicago once again proves why it?s the capital of cutting-edge design. AIA Chicago and the Chicago Architecture Center have announced the winners of the 2025 Lerch Bates People?s Choice Awards, honoring projects that redefine skylines, transform neighborhoods, and showcase the city?s architectural brilliance?from soaring towers like 360 N Green to community-driven gems like the Humboldt Park Wellness Center.
Chicago once again proves why it?s the capital of cutting-edge design. AIA Chicago and the Chicago Architecture Center have announced the winners of the 2025 Lerch Bates People?s Choice Awards, honoring projects that redefine skylines, transform neighborhoods, and showcase the city?s architectural brilliance?from soaring towers like 360 N Green to community-driven gems like the Humboldt Park Wellness Center.