Where’s the beef? Illinois debates official state sandwich | ChicagoLIVE
A new bill would designate the Chicago classic as the state sandwich, sparking debate with Springfield’s horseshoe.
A new bill would designate the Chicago classic as the state sandwich, sparking debate with Springfield’s horseshoe.
Chicago saw 27% turnout for 2026 primary election, beating 2022 mark
In total, Chicago saw 424,564 ballots cast, which resulted in a 27.3% turnout rate, according to the final data.
In total, Chicago saw 424,564 ballots cast, which resulted in a 27.3% turnout rate, according to the final data.
Bridgeview officially designated ‘Little Palestine’ | ChicagoLIVE
A new sign is unveiled recognizing the southwest suburb as a cultural hub for Palestinian Americans.
A new sign is unveiled recognizing the southwest suburb as a cultural hub for Palestinian Americans.
Stolen teddy bear recovered after theft during teen takeover | ChicagoLIVE
Police say Truffles the Bear was taken from a downtown chocolate shop and later recovered by police.
Police say Truffles the Bear was taken from a downtown chocolate shop and later recovered by police.
Chicago Public Schools opens applications for free preschool | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago families can apply for no-cost preschool programs starting April 7, with options available at hundreds of schools across the city.
Chicago families can apply for no-cost preschool programs starting April 7, with options available at hundreds of schools across the city.
Steve ‘Mongo’ McMichael diagnosed with CTE after death | ChicagoLIVE
New findings reveal the Bears legend was found to have Stage 3 CTE, a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head trauma.
New findings reveal the Bears legend was found to have Stage 3 CTE, a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head trauma.
Middle class shrinking as more Americans move up, report finds | ChicagoLIVE
New research shows more households are entering the upper middle class due to income gains.
New research shows more households are entering the upper middle class due to income gains.
Tommy Davidson returns to Chicago for charity comedy show | ChicagoNOW
Tommy Davidson is set to perform at Chicago Improv for a special show benefiting Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.
Tommy Davidson is set to perform at Chicago Improv for a special show benefiting Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.
Easter egg hunt leads to discovery of possible human remains | ChicagoNOW
Police are investigating after a family discovered what appeared to be bones, including a skull, while searching for eggs in a California park.
Police are investigating after a family discovered what appeared to be bones, including a skull, while searching for eggs in a California park.
Chicago Bulls fire top executives after losing season | ChicagoNOW
The Bulls part ways with Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley after six seasons and one playoff appearance.
The Bulls part ways with Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley after six seasons and one playoff appearance.
Local veteran runs Antarctica marathon in quest to race every continent | ChicagoNOW
Mike Sheehy is back from one of the world’s most extreme races and shares what it took to compete in harsh conditions.
Mike Sheehy is back from one of the world’s most extreme races and shares what it took to compete in harsh conditions.
Chicago weather: Midweek warmup on the way with a chance of rain
Cold conditions in Chicago today will give way to a warmer, unsettled pattern with rain chances through the weekend.
Cold conditions in Chicago today will give way to a warmer, unsettled pattern with rain chances through the weekend.
American woman missing after falling overboard in Bahamas | ChicagoNOW
Authorities are searching for a woman reported swept away by strong currents after falling from a dinghy. Her identity has not been released.
Authorities are searching for a woman reported swept away by strong currents after falling from a dinghy. Her identity has not been released.
TMZ: Offset hospitalized after shooting near Florida casino | ChicagoNOW
The rapper was injured in a shooting outside a South Florida casino and is expected to recover, according to a spokesperson.
The rapper was injured in a shooting outside a South Florida casino and is expected to recover, according to a spokesperson.
Activist Robin Greenfield lives off the land, foraging every meal for a year | ChicagoNOW
Robin Greenfield is traveling the country eating only what he can find in the wild. He joins us to discuss his journey and a nationwide effort to plant 1 million fruit and nut trees.
Robin Greenfield is traveling the country eating only what he can find in the wild. He joins us to discuss his journey and a nationwide effort to plant 1 million fruit and nut trees.
TMZ: New ransom note surfaces in Nancy Guthrie case | ChicagoNOW
Messages sent to TMZ claim to reveal a possible location and sighting in Mexico in the long-running Nancy Guthrie case. The source is demanding payment in exchange for information.
Messages sent to TMZ claim to reveal a possible location and sighting in Mexico in the long-running Nancy Guthrie case. The source is demanding payment in exchange for information.
Stolen teddy bear returned after teen takeover in Chicago Loop
Chicago police recovered a stolen teddy bear mascot after a teen takeover incident at a State Street chocolate shop.
Chicago police recovered a stolen teddy bear mascot after a teen takeover incident at a State Street chocolate shop.
Chicago South Side birth center breaks ground to expand maternal care
Chicago officials broke ground on a new South Side birthing center Tuesday, marking a step toward expanding maternal health care access in historically underserved communities.
Chicago officials broke ground on a new South Side birthing center Tuesday, marking a step toward expanding maternal health care access in historically underserved communities.
Drive-by shooting on Chicago's South Side leaves 16-year-old dead
A 16-year-old boy was killed in a drive-by shooting Tuesday morning in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood.
A 16-year-old boy was killed in a drive-by shooting Tuesday morning in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood.
Obama Presidential Center announces weekly free day for Illinois museum visitors
The Obama Presidential Center opens in June. Here’s when Illinois residents can visit for free.
The Obama Presidential Center opens in June. Here’s when Illinois residents can visit for free.