Vanished Chicagoland creator Peter Kastanes dies, remembered for celebrating Chicago’s past
A true Chicago icon has died. He wasn’t famous, but on social media, he built a loyal following. Now, many are mourning the passing of Peter Kastanes.
A true Chicago icon has died. He wasn’t famous, but on social media, he built a loyal following. Now, many are mourning the passing of Peter Kastanes.
Small business owners protest Archer Avenue bike lanes
Business owners and residents in Brighton Park are growing more frustrated over new bike lanes along Archer Avenue. But the city says the project is aimed at improving safety for everyone on the road.
Business owners and residents in Brighton Park are growing more frustrated over new bike lanes along Archer Avenue. But the city says the project is aimed at improving safety for everyone on the road.
Suspect in Chicago officer’s killing refuses to cooperate, delaying court case
The man accused of killing a Chicago police officer and injuring another refused to cooperate in court, prompting a delay as new details emerge about the deadly shooting and prior allegations.
The man accused of killing a Chicago police officer and injuring another refused to cooperate in court, prompting a delay as new details emerge about the deadly shooting and prior allegations.
4 suspects wanted after attempted robbery on CTA bus in Belmont Central: police
An attempted robbery on a Chicago Transit Authority bus on the city’s Northwest Side earlier this month has prompted a search for four suspects, police said.
An attempted robbery on a Chicago Transit Authority bus on the city’s Northwest Side earlier this month has prompted a search for four suspects, police said.
Water Tower Place plans $170M upgrade to boost Mag Mile traffic | ChicagoLIVE
Water Tower Place is preparing for a major overhaul as it marks its 50th anniversary.
Water Tower Place is preparing for a major overhaul as it marks its 50th anniversary.
Daytime shooting on Chicago’s South Side leaves man in critical condition, police say
A 25-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot in the head Monday on Chicago’s South Side, authorities said.
A 25-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot in the head Monday on Chicago’s South Side, authorities said.
Rising fuel, fertilizer costs squeeze Illinois farmers | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois farmers are facing mounting challenges as fuel and fertilizer prices climb.
Illinois farmers are facing mounting challenges as fuel and fertilizer prices climb.
Gianno Caldwell describes the chilling scene after White House Correspondents’ Dinner | ChicagoLIVE
Gunfire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner sparked a rapid law enforcement response on Saturday. Fox News’ Gianno Caldwell recounts the chaotic night.
Gunfire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner sparked a rapid law enforcement response on Saturday. Fox News’ Gianno Caldwell recounts the chaotic night.
Picasso’s The Old Guitarist to receive first major conservation in decades | ChicagoLIVE
The Old Guitarist at the Art Institute of Chicago will undergo conservation through Bank of America’s Art Conservation Project.
The Old Guitarist at the Art Institute of Chicago will undergo conservation through Bank of America’s Art Conservation Project.
Gas prices set to spike across Midwest, expert says | ChicagoLIVE
Drivers across the Great Lakes region could feel it at the pump. A GasBuddy analyst explains why gas prices in Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin may jump in the next 72 hours.
Drivers across the Great Lakes region could feel it at the pump. A GasBuddy analyst explains why gas prices in Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin may jump in the next 72 hours.
Chicago weather: Storms tonight with heavy rain, gusty winds possible
Storms moved through the Chicago area Monday night, bringing the threat of severe weather along with powerful wind gusts that could cause damage even outside of thunderstorms.
Storms moved through the Chicago area Monday night, bringing the threat of severe weather along with powerful wind gusts that could cause damage even outside of thunderstorms.
Asian American population leads Chicago growth as heritage month begins | ChicagoNOW
As Chicago’s fastest-growing demographic, the Asian American community is helping shape the city’s cultural landscape. We take a closer look at that momentum and a new arts festival highlighting more than 125 artists.
As Chicago’s fastest-growing demographic, the Asian American community is helping shape the city’s cultural landscape. We take a closer look at that momentum and a new arts festival highlighting more than 125 artists.
Tom Papa heads to Rialto Square Theatre with ‘Grateful Bread Tour’ | ChicagoNOW
Tom Papa joins us ahead of his “Grateful Bread Tour” stop at the Rialto Square Theatre to talk stand-up, sourdough and his latest special Home Free.
Tom Papa joins us ahead of his “Grateful Bread Tour” stop at the Rialto Square Theatre to talk stand-up, sourdough and his latest special Home Free.
Starbucks adds scheduled ordering, lets customers plan pickups | ChicagoNOW
Starbucks is rolling out a new “scheduled ordering” feature, allowing customers to place drink orders up to an hour in advance and choose a pickup window.
Starbucks is rolling out a new “scheduled ordering” feature, allowing customers to place drink orders up to an hour in advance and choose a pickup window.
How AI is helping power the future of Great Lakes protection | ChicagoNOW
We talk with the leaders behind Chicago Water Week 2026 about protecting resources, creating jobs and what the future of water looks like.
We talk with the leaders behind Chicago Water Week 2026 about protecting resources, creating jobs and what the future of water looks like.
Obama Presidential Center, Route 66 centennial drive summer travel push | ChicagoNOW
Leaders from Choose Chicago and The Summit break down tourism trends and what’s ahead for the city.
Leaders from Choose Chicago and The Summit break down tourism trends and what’s ahead for the city.
Local contestant talks taking the plunge in FOX’s The Quiz With Balls | ChicagoNOW
Mark Redlich joins us after competing on The Quiz With Balls, where giant balls, tough questions and family teamwork collide for a 100,000 prize.
Mark Redlich joins us after competing on The Quiz With Balls, where giant balls, tough questions and family teamwork collide for a 100,000 prize.
Naked suspect escorted by police: Video shows arrest following deadly hospital shooting
New footage shows the arrest of a suspect charged in the shooting of two Chicago police officers at Swedish Hospital. One officer was killed and another remains in critical condition.
New footage shows the arrest of a suspect charged in the shooting of two Chicago police officers at Swedish Hospital. One officer was killed and another remains in critical condition.
Suspect charged with murder of Chicago police officer, shooting another
A suspect was charged with the shooting of two CPD officers at Swedish Hospital, which left one dead and another in critical condition.
A suspect was charged with the shooting of two CPD officers at Swedish Hospital, which left one dead and another in critical condition.
Driver flees scene of crash on Chicago’s NW Side that left 2 hurt, police say
Two people were hurt, one critically, and a driver fled after a car crash on the city’s Northwest Side early Monday morning.
Two people were hurt, one critically, and a driver fled after a car crash on the city’s Northwest Side early Monday morning.