Inside ransomware risks, AI's role in cybersecurity
More than one week after Evanston Township High School was targeted in a ransomware attack. The incident is highlighting the growing cyber threats facing schools and other institutions across the country. Kasey Chronis takes a deeper look at the evolving threat of ransomware and AI's role in cybersecurity.
More than one week after Evanston Township High School was targeted in a ransomware attack. The incident is highlighting the growing cyber threats facing schools and other institutions across the country. Kasey Chronis takes a deeper look at the evolving threat of ransomware and AI's role in cybersecurity.
How AI is changing cybersecurity: Expert shares ransomware and online safety tips
A ransomware attack at Evanston Township High School is highlighting growing cybersecurity threats, as experts warn that AI is making scams and cyberattacks more sophisticated and harder to detect.
A ransomware attack at Evanston Township High School is highlighting growing cybersecurity threats, as experts warn that AI is making scams and cyberattacks more sophisticated and harder to detect.
DOJ challenges Chicago suburb's $25K reparations payments in court
The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to intervene in a federal lawsuit challenging the City of Evanston's reparations program, arguing the race-based initiative violates the Constitution and federal housing law.
The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to intervene in a federal lawsuit challenging the City of Evanston's reparations program, arguing the race-based initiative violates the Constitution and federal housing law.
Evanston man accused of sexually abusing resident at assisted-living facility
A former employee of an Evanston assisted-living facility has been charged with multiple felonies after prosecutors alleged he sexually abused a resident with physical and intellectual disabilities.
A former employee of an Evanston assisted-living facility has been charged with multiple felonies after prosecutors alleged he sexually abused a resident with physical and intellectual disabilities.
Ransomware attack forces Evanston Township High School to close for two days
Evanston Township High School is canceling classes, summer programs and on-campus activities after a ransomware attack disrupted its computer systems, internet access and other critical operations as officials work with the FBI to investigate.
Evanston Township High School is canceling classes, summer programs and on-campus activities after a ransomware attack disrupted its computer systems, internet access and other critical operations as officials work with the FBI to investigate.
Evanston Township High School to reopen Wednesday after ransomware attack
Evanston Township High School will be closed Monday and Tuesday after a ransomware attack disrupted district systems, internet services and computer infrastructure.
Evanston Township High School will be closed Monday and Tuesday after a ransomware attack disrupted district systems, internet services and computer infrastructure.
Suburban Chicago man charged after police find Glock with extended mag during traffic stop
Evanston police say a traffic stop led to the recovery of a loaded Glock with an extended magazine. A 23-year-old Wheeling man now faces a felony charge.
Evanston police say a traffic stop led to the recovery of a loaded Glock with an extended magazine. A 23-year-old Wheeling man now faces a felony charge.
Six officers, City of Evanston named in federal lawsuit over police encounter that left woman in coma
The family of an Evanston woman who has remained in a coma since a January encounter with police has filed a federal lawsuit against the city and six officers involved.
The family of an Evanston woman who has remained in a coma since a January encounter with police has filed a federal lawsuit against the city and six officers involved.
Six officers, City of Evanston named in federal lawsuit over police encounter that left woman in coma
The family of an Evanston woman who has remained in a coma since a January encounter with police has filed a federal lawsuit against the city and six officers involved.
The family of an Evanston woman who has remained in a coma since a January encounter with police has filed a federal lawsuit against the city and six officers involved.
Facebook group supporting Black-owned businesses grows into real-world community hub | ChicagoNOW
What started as a Facebook community has helped raise more than $100,000 for local Black-owned businesses. Now, the movement is expanding with a new collaborative space called “The Aux.”
What started as a Facebook community has helped raise more than $100,000 for local Black-owned businesses. Now, the movement is expanding with a new collaborative space called “The Aux.”
Northwestern University names Mung Chiang as next president
Northwestern University named Mung Chiang, the president of Purdue University since 2023, as its new president on Monday.
Northwestern University named Mung Chiang, the president of Purdue University since 2023, as its new president on Monday.
Second suspect charged in Evanston shooting: police
A second person has been charged in an April shooting in Evanston, according to police.
A second person has been charged in an April shooting in Evanston, according to police.
Second arrest made in daytime shooting near Evanston High School: police
A second person has been arrested in connection with an Evanston shooting in April, according to police.
A second person has been arrested in connection with an Evanston shooting in April, according to police.
Evanston Township High School names Lauren Lapkus as 2026 commencement speaker
Evanston Township High School alum and actress Lauren Lapkus is coming home to speak at graduation this month.
Evanston Township High School alum and actress Lauren Lapkus is coming home to speak at graduation this month.
Evanston man arrested 3 days after person shot in north suburb
An Evanston man is facing felony charges days after a shooting that injured one person, police said.
An Evanston man is facing felony charges days after a shooting that injured one person, police said.
Man dies after falling four stories at Northwestern University construction site: police
A construction accident on a rooftop at Northwestern University in Evanston has led to a man's death, authorities said.
A construction accident on a rooftop at Northwestern University in Evanston has led to a man's death, authorities said.
Chicago men busted with drugs, mushrooms, guns in Evanston: police
Four people have been charged after police seized drugs and guns over the weekend in north suburban Evanston.
Four people have been charged after police seized drugs and guns over the weekend in north suburban Evanston.
Chicago Stars FC return home to Evanston with themed match days
The Chicago Stars FC preview their upcoming home stretch in Evanston, highlighting affordable fan experiences, special game themes, and a roster featuring World Cup and Olympic champions.
The Chicago Stars FC preview their upcoming home stretch in Evanston, highlighting affordable fan experiences, special game themes, and a roster featuring World Cup and Olympic champions.
Shooting at Evanston park between two groups leads to school lockdowns, police say
Evanston police are investigating a shooting involving two groups at Mason Park on Thursday that prompted a soft lockdown at nearby schools.
Evanston police are investigating a shooting involving two groups at Mason Park on Thursday that prompted a soft lockdown at nearby schools.
Illinois lawmakers debate school cellphone ban as some districts enact their own policies
Illinois lawmakers continue to debate a bill that would ban cellphone use in the classroom.
Illinois lawmakers continue to debate a bill that would ban cellphone use in the classroom.