Chicago weather: Heat advisory issued as temps soar into 90s
Chicago faces dangerous heat through Thursday with highs near 97 degrees before brief relief this weekend.
Chicago faces dangerous heat through Thursday with highs near 97 degrees before brief relief this weekend.
Cooling off in Lake Michigan? How to spot hidden rip currents
Many people will be hitting the beaches around Lake Michigan to cool off from this extreme weather. But rip currents are a hidden danger.
Many people will be hitting the beaches around Lake Michigan to cool off from this extreme weather. But rip currents are a hidden danger.
Man barricaded in Dirksen Federal Building taken by ambulance after 9-hour standoff
A man reportedly armed with a knife and barricaded in the lobby of the Dirksen Federal Building was transported by ambulance Tuesday evening following an hours-long standoff.
A man reportedly armed with a knife and barricaded in the lobby of the Dirksen Federal Building was transported by ambulance Tuesday evening following an hours-long standoff.
Several hospitalized after West Side crash involving Chicago police vehicle: officials
Several people were hospitalized Tuesday evening after a multi-vehicle crash involving a Chicago police squad car, authorities said.
Several people were hospitalized Tuesday evening after a multi-vehicle crash involving a Chicago police squad car, authorities said.
Chicago weather: Heat Advisory will go into effect Wednesday morning
The Extreme Heat Watch for northeast Illinois has been replaced with an area-wide Heat Advisory, which now goes into effect for all of Chicagoland at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
The Extreme Heat Watch for northeast Illinois has been replaced with an area-wide Heat Advisory, which now goes into effect for all of Chicagoland at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Chicago man faces attempted murder charge after girl, 8, shot on South Side: police
A Chicago man is facing an attempted murder charge after shooting and injuring an 8-year-old girl during a confrontation between two groups on the city’s South Side, police said.
A Chicago man is facing an attempted murder charge after shooting and injuring an 8-year-old girl during a confrontation between two groups on the city’s South Side, police said.
Chicago mayor cracks down on CTA smoking
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order regarding smoking on the CTA.
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order regarding smoking on the CTA.
FBI, Chicago police respond to 'undisclosed incident' at Dirksen Federal Building
The FBI and Chicago police are responding to a downtown federal courthouse for an "undisclosed incident" on Tuesday.
The FBI and Chicago police are responding to a downtown federal courthouse for an "undisclosed incident" on Tuesday.
Chicago heat wave expected to bring triple digit temps
A dangerous heat wave is expected to bring triple digit temperatures to the Chicago area. An extreme heat watch will go into effect on Wednesday.
A dangerous heat wave is expected to bring triple digit temperatures to the Chicago area. An extreme heat watch will go into effect on Wednesday.
Chicago police looking for Aramark worker after hospital confrontation, earlier shooting
An Aramark employee working at UI Health is accused of shooting two people before confronting a patient with a gun at the Near West Side hospital.
An Aramark employee working at UI Health is accused of shooting two people before confronting a patient with a gun at the Near West Side hospital.
Chicago man arrested after setting tent ablaze, injuring another during argument: police
A man is charged with attempted murder and arson after allegedly setting a tent on fire during an altercation early Tuesday on the North Side.
A man is charged with attempted murder and arson after allegedly setting a tent on fire during an altercation early Tuesday on the North Side.
Chicago police looking for Aramark worker after hospital confrontation, earlier shooting
Chicago police are searching for an Aramark employee accused of shooting two people prior to an armed confrontation at a Near West Side hospital on Monday.
Chicago police are searching for an Aramark employee accused of shooting two people prior to an armed confrontation at a Near West Side hospital on Monday.
Viral artist brings ?terrible portraits? to Chicago | ChicagoNOW
They?re messy, funny and completely original ? and the internet can?t get enough. Jacob Ryan Reno shares the story behind his viral portraits and what makes bad drawings so good. |ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
They?re messy, funny and completely original ? and the internet can?t get enough. Jacob Ryan Reno shares the story behind his viral portraits and what makes bad drawings so good. |ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
Joe Santagato talks 'Basement Yard' podcast, fans and Chicago tour stop | ChicagoNOW
One of America?s most popular comedy podcasts is headed to Chicago this Saturday. The Basement Yard co-host Joe Santagato joins us to talk about the show?s rise from hobby to viral sensation. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
One of America?s most popular comedy podcasts is headed to Chicago this Saturday. The Basement Yard co-host Joe Santagato joins us to talk about the show?s rise from hobby to viral sensation. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.
New sculpture garden at National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture begins construction
The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture breaks ground on a vibrant outdoor sculpture garden ? President Billy Ocasio shares how it will celebrate culture, community, and accessibility.
The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture breaks ground on a vibrant outdoor sculpture garden ? President Billy Ocasio shares how it will celebrate culture, community, and accessibility.
FBI, Chicago police respond to Dirksen Federal Building
The FBI and Chicago police responded to a downtown federal courthouse for an "undisclosed incident" on Tuesday.
The FBI and Chicago police responded to a downtown federal courthouse for an "undisclosed incident" on Tuesday.
Food Network star Molly Yeh blends food and music at Ravinia | ChicagoNOW
This weekend, Ravinia hosts a "mini-festival" they are calling "Breaking Barriers." The fest celebrates women leaders in music and culinary arts, co-curated by Chief Conductor Marin Alsop and Food Network star and Juilliard-trained percussionist Molly Yeh. She explains more about the event and how you can get involved.
This weekend, Ravinia hosts a "mini-festival" they are calling "Breaking Barriers." The fest celebrates women leaders in music and culinary arts, co-curated by Chief Conductor Marin Alsop and Food Network star and Juilliard-trained percussionist Molly Yeh. She explains more about the event and how you can get involved.
Man barricaded in Dirksen Federal Building taken by ambulance after 9-hour standoff
Following a nine-hour standoff at the Dirksen Federal Building, a knife-wielding man — who prompted a lockdown and evacuation at the courthouse — was disarmed by tactical officers and taken by ambulance Tuesday evening.
Following a nine-hour standoff at the Dirksen Federal Building, a knife-wielding man — who prompted a lockdown and evacuation at the courthouse — was disarmed by tactical officers and taken by ambulance Tuesday evening.
Netflix's 'Trainwreck' digs into the 2009 Balloon Boy incident | ChicagoNOW
The latest episode of Netflix's 'Trainwreck' revisits the 2009 Balloon Boy incident, when a young boy was believed to be trapped in a homemade helium balloon floating through the sky, only to be found hiding safely at home. Director Gillian Pachter unpacks what really happened and how it changed the family at the center of it all.
The latest episode of Netflix's 'Trainwreck' revisits the 2009 Balloon Boy incident, when a young boy was believed to be trapped in a homemade helium balloon floating through the sky, only to be found hiding safely at home. Director Gillian Pachter unpacks what really happened and how it changed the family at the center of it all.
Lollapalooza street closures begin in downtown Chicago ahead of music fest
Lollapalooza is just around the corner, which means street closures in downtown Chicago are starting.
Lollapalooza is just around the corner, which means street closures in downtown Chicago are starting.