Murders and opioid deaths drop in Cook County | What’s behind the shift?
New data from the Cook County Medical Examiner shows a drop in murders and opioid-related deaths. We break down what the numbers reveal and what this trend could mean for public safety.
New data from the Cook County Medical Examiner shows a drop in murders and opioid-related deaths. We break down what the numbers reveal and what this trend could mean for public safety.
Tryouts underway for Chicago Snowballs
A new baseball team just slid into Chicago, but they're not chasing championships. Rather, they are playing for the crowd.
A new baseball team just slid into Chicago, but they're not chasing championships. Rather, they are playing for the crowd.
Former Chicago McCormick & Schmick’s employee says they learned of closure on New Year’s Eve
An ex-employee of McCormick & Schmick’s in the Loop said the staff learned the restaurant was shutting down on New Year's Eve.
An ex-employee of McCormick & Schmick’s in the Loop said the staff learned the restaurant was shutting down on New Year's Eve.
Nicolás Maduro: What happened in NYC court
Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro declared himself "innocent" and a "decent man" as he pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges in a U.S. courtroom on Monday. What we know.
Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro declared himself "innocent" and a "decent man" as he pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges in a U.S. courtroom on Monday. What we know.
Ice shelf warning: Why lakefront ice may look beautiful but is dangerous
Ice shelves along Lake Michigan are drawing attention on social media, but experts warn they can be extremely dangerous. Dave Benjamin from the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project says they’ve seen an uptick in people venturing onto the shelf ice for photos and videos, and explains why it’s so risky.
Ice shelves along Lake Michigan are drawing attention on social media, but experts warn they can be extremely dangerous. Dave Benjamin from the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project says they’ve seen an uptick in people venturing onto the shelf ice for photos and videos, and explains why it’s so risky.
Cook County and Chicago launch new violence against women task force
New efforts are underway to bring leaders together to focus on the health and safety of women, children, and vulnerable individuals. Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller joins us to explain the new Cook County and City of Chicago Violence Against Women Task Force and why addressing domestic violence is a key priority.
New efforts are underway to bring leaders together to focus on the health and safety of women, children, and vulnerable individuals. Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller joins us to explain the new Cook County and City of Chicago Violence Against Women Task Force and why addressing domestic violence is a key priority.
Flu cases surging nationwide and in Chicago area
A child in Illinois has died from the flu as cases are jumping across Chicago. This isn't just a local problem, it's nationwide. Here's what's driving the surge.
A child in Illinois has died from the flu as cases are jumping across Chicago. This isn't just a local problem, it's nationwide. Here's what's driving the surge.
Former Chicago McCormick & Schmick’s employee says they learned of closure on New Year’s Eve
Following the closure of McCormick & Schmick’s in Chicago’s Loop, a former employee said staff learned the restaurant was shutting down on their final day of work.
Following the closure of McCormick & Schmick’s in Chicago’s Loop, a former employee said staff learned the restaurant was shutting down on their final day of work.
Chicago Weather: Cloudy and possible fog tonight, potential drizzle tomorrow
Tonight will be cloudy with a chance for some fog.
Tonight will be cloudy with a chance for some fog.
Chicago murder rate drops. What do the numbers really reveal? | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago is seeing a significant drop in homicides with murders down around 30 percent. Fox Chicago’s political reporter Paris Schutz breaks down the data and explains what the numbers reveal about violent crime trends across the city.
Chicago is seeing a significant drop in homicides with murders down around 30 percent. Fox Chicago’s political reporter Paris Schutz breaks down the data and explains what the numbers reveal about violent crime trends across the city.
New Wegovy pill now available for $149 a month | What to know
A new Wegovy pill is now available for $149 a month, marking the first-ever oral GLP-1 medication. Divya Iyer, SVP at GoodRx, explains how this option could expand access for more people.
A new Wegovy pill is now available for $149 a month, marking the first-ever oral GLP-1 medication. Divya Iyer, SVP at GoodRx, explains how this option could expand access for more people.
Chicago faith leaders protest property tax hikes outside Trump Tower
Community and religious leaders say soaring property taxes in West and South Side neighborhoods amount to a modern-day land grab, demanding an immediate rollback and freeze as scrutiny grows on Cook County officials.
Community and religious leaders say soaring property taxes in West and South Side neighborhoods amount to a modern-day land grab, demanding an immediate rollback and freeze as scrutiny grows on Cook County officials.
Guess the price of these Chicago activities | ChicagoNOW
Play along with hosts Anthony Ponce & Gabby Premus in a game of the price is right: Chicago edition.
Play along with hosts Anthony Ponce & Gabby Premus in a game of the price is right: Chicago edition.
Chicago Christmas music wrapped | ChicagoNOW
The holidays are over and so is Christmas music on 93.9 Lite FM. One local man who acts like Spotify wrapped for for the station and music it played, Matthew Fitzgerald, joins live in studio to break down what the most played songs were this year.
The holidays are over and so is Christmas music on 93.9 Lite FM. One local man who acts like Spotify wrapped for for the station and music it played, Matthew Fitzgerald, joins live in studio to break down what the most played songs were this year.
West Side triple shooting leaves one man in critical condition, police say
Three people were shot Monday morning on Chicago’s West Side.
Three people were shot Monday morning on Chicago’s West Side.
Predictions from 1998 for 2025 - did they get it right? | ChicagoNOW
A poll from 1998 asked Americans to make their predictions for 2025. ChicagoNOW hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabby Premus react to the predictions.
A poll from 1998 asked Americans to make their predictions for 2025. ChicagoNOW hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabby Premus react to the predictions.
Chicago crime: Boy, 16, shot in Gresham
A 16-year-old boy was wounded in a shooting early Monday in Chicago’s Gresham neighborhood.
A 16-year-old boy was wounded in a shooting early Monday in Chicago’s Gresham neighborhood.
New vintage photobooth studio coming to Bucktown | ChicagoNOW
A&A Studios has announced Chicago's first and only vintage photobooth studio "The Strip Club". It will feature rare, vintage, analog photobooths and retro-style digital booths.
A&A Studios has announced Chicago's first and only vintage photobooth studio "The Strip Club". It will feature rare, vintage, analog photobooths and retro-style digital booths.
State/Lake CTA station shuts down today for 3-year rebuild
The State/Lake CTA station shut down Monday for demolition and a rebuild process that will take several years.
The State/Lake CTA station shut down Monday for demolition and a rebuild process that will take several years.
Three suspects rob Chicago business, strike victim with gun
A 54-year-old man was injured during an armed robbery early Monday at a business on Chicago's Northwest Side.
A 54-year-old man was injured during an armed robbery early Monday at a business on Chicago's Northwest Side.