How one podcast is breaking into Illinois prisons: Prisoncast! | ChicagoNOW
WBEZ’s ‘Prisoncast!’ started as a live broadcast designed to send news, music, and community voices directly into Illinois correctional facilities. Now, this vital effort is expanding into a new seasonal podcast to bring these hidden stories to a much broader audience. Host of 'Prisoncast' and 'Curious City' Erin Allen joins live in studio to share more.
WBEZ’s ‘Prisoncast!’ started as a live broadcast designed to send news, music, and community voices directly into Illinois correctional facilities. Now, this vital effort is expanding into a new seasonal podcast to bring these hidden stories to a much broader audience. Host of 'Prisoncast' and 'Curious City' Erin Allen joins live in studio to share more.
Chicago to break ground on long-awaited Red Line extension project
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and other leaders are set to mark the start of construction Friday on the long-delayed CTA Red Line extension.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and other leaders are set to mark the start of construction Friday on the long-delayed CTA Red Line extension.
Darren Bailey courts Chicago voters, addresses policy divides in governor’s race
Republican gubernatorial nominee Darren Bailey discusses his move to Chicago, positions on the Bears stadium plan and state policy priorities as he works to broaden support in the city.
Republican gubernatorial nominee Darren Bailey discusses his move to Chicago, positions on the Bears stadium plan and state policy priorities as he works to broaden support in the city.
Woman, 22, shot on Chicago's South Side
A 22-year-old woman was shot early Friday in the Washington Park neighborhood.
A 22-year-old woman was shot early Friday in the Washington Park neighborhood.
Chicago police warn of string of armed robberies, carjackings across multiple neighborhoods
Chicago police are investigating a series of carjackings and armed robberies across four neighborhoods this past week.
Chicago police are investigating a series of carjackings and armed robberies across four neighborhoods this past week.
Man stabbed in the neck near Grant Park
A man was stabbed in the neck and seriously wounded Thursday night near Grant Park.
A man was stabbed in the neck and seriously wounded Thursday night near Grant Park.
Chicago weather: Light rain today before sunshine returns
Morning showers may slow the commute, followed by breezy, cooler conditions and a pleasant weekend.
Morning showers may slow the commute, followed by breezy, cooler conditions and a pleasant weekend.
New video released of suspects in Little Village deadly mass shooting
Chicago police have released new video in the deadly Little Village mass shooting.
Chicago police have released new video in the deadly Little Village mass shooting.
Lawsuit tied to deadly crash at Chatham summer camp | The Chicago Report
The families of the victims of a fatal crash at a Chatham after-school camp are suing the driver and the camp. Family attorney Lance Northcutt says the tragedy and the culpability goes beyond one person.
The families of the victims of a fatal crash at a Chatham after-school camp are suing the driver and the camp. Family attorney Lance Northcutt says the tragedy and the culpability goes beyond one person.
Chicago Public School lunchroom workers arrested during protest over pay dispute
Several Chicago Public Schools lunchroom workers were arrested Thursday during a planned protest calling for higher pay, as contract negotiations with the district continue.
Several Chicago Public Schools lunchroom workers were arrested Thursday during a planned protest calling for higher pay, as contract negotiations with the district continue.
West Loop residents targeted by group of thieves in ongoing early morning spree
A group of thieves has repeatedly targeted a Near West Side neighborhood overnight for a week, stealing packages and belongings while being caught on surveillance, leaving residents concerned and on alert.
A group of thieves has repeatedly targeted a Near West Side neighborhood overnight for a week, stealing packages and belongings while being caught on surveillance, leaving residents concerned and on alert.
Watch Bret Buganski run a sub-5 second 40-yard dash at Bears Draft Party
Watch as FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski blazes through a sub-5-second 40-yard dash at the Bears Draft Party.
Watch as FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski blazes through a sub-5-second 40-yard dash at the Bears Draft Party.
CTA Red, Yellow, Purple lines suspended after train derailment in Rogers Park
Due to a train derailment, CTA trains on the Red, Yellow and Purple lines have been suspended on Thursday in Rogers Park.
Due to a train derailment, CTA trains on the Red, Yellow and Purple lines have been suspended on Thursday in Rogers Park.
Bears draft party kicks off at Soldier Field ahead of NFL Draft
Fans can watch the NFL Draft from inside Soldier Field tonight, with on-field activities, player meet-and-greets, and live coverage as the Bears hold the 25th pick.
Fans can watch the NFL Draft from inside Soldier Field tonight, with on-field activities, player meet-and-greets, and live coverage as the Bears hold the 25th pick.
Federal charge filed against man who returned to U.S. after deportation, convicted in 2023 Palatine shooting
An illegal immigrant living in a Chicago suburb with a criminal record, has been indicted after trying to unlawfully re-enter the country after he was deported, according to prosecutors.
An illegal immigrant living in a Chicago suburb with a criminal record, has been indicted after trying to unlawfully re-enter the country after he was deported, according to prosecutors.
Reward offered in search for suspect in deadly Little Village mass shooting
Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect in a mass shooting that killed one man and wounded three women Wednesday in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood.
Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect in a mass shooting that killed one man and wounded three women Wednesday in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood.
Bears stadium bill clears House as Kam Buckner details next steps | ChicagoLIVE
State Rep. Kam Buckner says Illinois is moving in the right direction on the Bears stadium bill after it passed the House, while noting more negotiations are ahead.
State Rep. Kam Buckner says Illinois is moving in the right direction on the Bears stadium bill after it passed the House, while noting more negotiations are ahead.
How the state found $11 million for a Chicago man's family | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs joins us to discuss the record-breaking return of unclaimed property and shares the incredible story of an $11 million life insurance payout found for a Chicago man's family.
Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs joins us to discuss the record-breaking return of unclaimed property and shares the incredible story of an $11 million life insurance payout found for a Chicago man's family.
Bears draft night arrives with big questions and big expectations | ChicagoLIVE
With just hours to go before the NFL Draft, ChicagoLIVE previews a full night of coverage from Halas Hall and Soldier Field, breaking down possible Bears moves, trade scenarios and what fans can expect at the draft party.
With just hours to go before the NFL Draft, ChicagoLIVE previews a full night of coverage from Halas Hall and Soldier Field, breaking down possible Bears moves, trade scenarios and what fans can expect at the draft party.
Will the government save Spirit Airlines? What’s at stake | ChicagoLIVE
The White House is weighing a $500 million bailout to keep 10,000 employees working and summer travel plans on track as the airline faces potential liquidation.
The White House is weighing a $500 million bailout to keep 10,000 employees working and summer travel plans on track as the airline faces potential liquidation.