Chicago paid $26.5M in overtime to ineligible workers over 5 years, watchdog says
The city paid $26.5 million in overtime to more than 1,000 employees over five years, according to a new watchdog report.
The city paid $26.5 million in overtime to more than 1,000 employees over five years, according to a new watchdog report.
A$AP Rocky brings ‘Don’t be Dumb’ world tour to United Center
Hip-hop superstar and fashion icon, A$AP Rocky is bringing his 'Don’t Be Dumb' world tour to Chicago this spring.
Hip-hop superstar and fashion icon, A$AP Rocky is bringing his 'Don’t Be Dumb' world tour to Chicago this spring.
Chicago weather: Wind gusts with more chances of snow tonight
Today we have partly to mostly cloudy skies. Highs will be in the mid 20s to mid 30s. It will be a touch gusty with wind to 25 mph.
Today we have partly to mostly cloudy skies. Highs will be in the mid 20s to mid 30s. It will be a touch gusty with wind to 25 mph.
Chicago alderman proposes noise protections for religious sites | ChicagoLIVE
34th Ward Alderman Bill Conway introduces an amendment updating Chicago’s Noise Sensitive Zone ordinance to better safeguard religious communities from harassment and hate-related disturbances.
34th Ward Alderman Bill Conway introduces an amendment updating Chicago’s Noise Sensitive Zone ordinance to better safeguard religious communities from harassment and hate-related disturbances.
What’s ahead for Chicago Public Schools in 2026 | ChicagoNOW
Reema Amin discusses what parents, educators, and voters should be paying attention to in the year ahead.
Reema Amin discusses what parents, educators, and voters should be paying attention to in the year ahead.
Chicago honors its new poet laureate Mayda Alexandra del Valle | ChicagoNOW
Chicago’s newest poet laureate joins us in studio to discuss her role and what she hopes to bring to the city through poetry.
Chicago’s newest poet laureate joins us in studio to discuss her role and what she hopes to bring to the city through poetry.
‘Eureka Day’ opens in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Cast member Aurora Adachi-Winter shares what audiences can expect from TimeLine Theatre’s latest play.
Cast member Aurora Adachi-Winter shares what audiences can expect from TimeLine Theatre’s latest play.
Step inside the ‘Drunken Clam’ pop-up in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Jake goes live from the ‘Family Guy’-inspired pop-up in Chicago.
Jake goes live from the ‘Family Guy’-inspired pop-up in Chicago.
West Loop Wedding Walk returns Feb. 1 | ChicagoNOW
The 7th annual West Loop Wedding Walk invites couples to explore Chicago’s vibrant wedding scene on Feb. 1, from noon to 5 p.m.
The 7th annual West Loop Wedding Walk invites couples to explore Chicago’s vibrant wedding scene on Feb. 1, from noon to 5 p.m.
Family Guy’s Drunken Clam comes to Chicago
Fans of "Family Guy" can now visit a fully immersive recreation of the iconic Drunken Clam in Chicago, complete with themed cocktails, photo opportunities, and a journey through the show’s universe.
Fans of "Family Guy" can now visit a fully immersive recreation of the iconic Drunken Clam in Chicago, complete with themed cocktails, photo opportunities, and a journey through the show’s universe.
Chicago man charged with attempted murder after shooting victim during fight
A man has been charged in connection with a shooting that broke out during a fight with another man last September in Chicago's Gage Park neighborhood.
A man has been charged in connection with a shooting that broke out during a fight with another man last September in Chicago's Gage Park neighborhood.
Boy, 13, accidentally shoots self on Chicago's West Side: police
A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself Tuesday night in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood.
A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself Tuesday night in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood.
Chicago City Council votes to ban sale of some hemp products
The Chicago City Council voted to ban the sale of some hemp products, with some changes made to the original proposal.
The Chicago City Council voted to ban the sale of some hemp products, with some changes made to the original proposal.
Chicago weather: Light snow ends as extreme cold looms
Chicago is facing an end to light snow followed by a sharp plunge into extreme cold, with subzero temperatures and dangerous wind chills possible later this week.
Chicago is facing an end to light snow followed by a sharp plunge into extreme cold, with subzero temperatures and dangerous wind chills possible later this week.
Moms for Democracy rally against Trump in Chicago
Grassroot organizers held a rally protesting President Trump on the anniversary of him returning to the White House.
Grassroot organizers held a rally protesting President Trump on the anniversary of him returning to the White House.
Chicago crime: Man shot, killed at West Side car wash, police say
A man was shot and killed near a car wash on the city’s West Side on Tuesday evening.
A man was shot and killed near a car wash on the city’s West Side on Tuesday evening.
Billie Jean King, Jason Collins among those honored by LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame in 2026
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class this week, adding 10 new inductees whose careers span professional leagues, the Olympics, high school sports and sports media.
The LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class this week, adding 10 new inductees whose careers span professional leagues, the Olympics, high school sports and sports media.
Chicago picked to host International Jazz Day celebration
Chicago is about to become the jazz center of the world this April.
Chicago is about to become the jazz center of the world this April.
Chicago weather: Snow could impact Wednesday morning commute
Parts of the Chicago area can expect multiple inches of snow that could impact the morning commute on Wednesday.
Parts of the Chicago area can expect multiple inches of snow that could impact the morning commute on Wednesday.
Chicago designer turns grief into purpose, one stitch at a time
After losing multiple brothers and four sons, Chicago designer Tisa Johnson-Banks turned grief into purpose through sewing
After losing multiple brothers and four sons, Chicago designer Tisa Johnson-Banks turned grief into purpose through sewing