Chicago weather: The first heat wave of 2026
Chicagoland's first heat wave of the year is here. Heat index values near 105 are expected through Wednesday, with an extreme heat warning in Chicago.
Chicagoland's first heat wave of the year is here. Heat index values near 105 are expected through Wednesday, with an extreme heat warning in Chicago.
2026 Chicago Pride Parade kicks off
The Chicago Pride Parade stepped off this morning for the 55th year. It started at grace and Broadway and continued through the Northalsted neighborhood and into Lincoln Park. Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker were there.
The Chicago Pride Parade stepped off this morning for the 55th year. It started at grace and Broadway and continued through the Northalsted neighborhood and into Lincoln Park. Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor JB Pritzker were there.
Cubs take series against the Brewers; White Sox remain in 1st place & more | Chicago Sports Tonight
This week on Chicago Sports Tonight, Cassie Carlson is joined by Sam Panayotovich and 104.3 The Score's Laurence Holmes. Craig Counsell shows a lot of emotion after the Cubs take the series against the Brewers in a bullpen game. The White Sox win close games and have slug. Caleb Wilson expects to be Rookie of the Year. The Fire reportedly sign Polish star Robert Lewandowski.
This week on Chicago Sports Tonight, Cassie Carlson is joined by Sam Panayotovich and 104.3 The Score's Laurence Holmes. Craig Counsell shows a lot of emotion after the Cubs take the series against the Brewers in a bullpen game. The White Sox win close games and have slug. Caleb Wilson expects to be Rookie of the Year. The Fire reportedly sign Polish star Robert Lewandowski.
Chicago weather: Dangerous heat wave settles in this week
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat and humidity will grip the Chicago area this week, with heat index values topping 100 degrees, warm overnight temperatures, possible air quality concerns and only limited chances for rain until late in the week.
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat and humidity will grip the Chicago area this week, with heat index values topping 100 degrees, warm overnight temperatures, possible air quality concerns and only limited chances for rain until late in the week.
Chicago Fire reportedly set to make massive international signing
Robert Lewandowski is reportedly set to sign a two-year deal with the Chicago Fire, becoming the MLS's biggest international signing since Lionel Messi.
Robert Lewandowski is reportedly set to sign a two-year deal with the Chicago Fire, becoming the MLS's biggest international signing since Lionel Messi.
Illinois pauses gas tax hike. What that means for drivers | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois will not increase its gas tax on July 1 as previously scheduled. We speak to the Illinois Policy Institute and a former state lawmaker about what that means for drivers.
Illinois will not increase its gas tax on July 1 as previously scheduled. We speak to the Illinois Policy Institute and a former state lawmaker about what that means for drivers.
Chicago's minimum wage set to increase on July 1 | ChicagoLIVE
The minimum wage in the City of Chicago is set to increase next month. We learn more about what that means for workers.
The minimum wage in the City of Chicago is set to increase next month. We learn more about what that means for workers.
Chicago weather: Scorching temps to begin the workweek
After a seasonably warm Sunday, the Chicago area is in for a string of potentially dangerously hot days.
After a seasonably warm Sunday, the Chicago area is in for a string of potentially dangerously hot days.
1 dead, 3 hurt in head-on crash on Chicago’s South Side, police say
A head-on crash on Chicago’s South Side left a woman dead and three men injured overnight.
A head-on crash on Chicago’s South Side left a woman dead and three men injured overnight.
Man shot, critically hurt in Chicago’s River North by robbers, CPD says
A 32-year-old man was shot and critically injured by robbers in Chicago’s River North neighborhood early Sunday morning.
A 32-year-old man was shot and critically injured by robbers in Chicago’s River North neighborhood early Sunday morning.
Chicago weather: Oppressive heat to grip area through Friday
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat is expected to grip the area this week, with temperatures climbing into the mid- to upper 90s and heat index values reaching as high as 105 degrees.
A prolonged stretch of dangerous heat is expected to grip the area this week, with temperatures climbing into the mid- to upper 90s and heat index values reaching as high as 105 degrees.
Preparing for Sunday's Chicago Pride Parade
Final preparations are being made for the Chicago Pride Parade tomorrow. It starts at 11 a.m. and goes from uptown to Lincoln Park. The parade usually draws hundreds of thousands of spectators.
Final preparations are being made for the Chicago Pride Parade tomorrow. It starts at 11 a.m. and goes from uptown to Lincoln Park. The parade usually draws hundreds of thousands of spectators.
Mike Quigley announces Chicago mayor candidacy
There's a new name in the race for Chicago mayor, and it's a familiar one. Democratic Congressman Mike Quigley announced today that he plans to run for the fifth floor city hall office currently occupied by Brandon Johnson.
There's a new name in the race for Chicago mayor, and it's a familiar one. Democratic Congressman Mike Quigley announced today that he plans to run for the fifth floor city hall office currently occupied by Brandon Johnson.
Chicago man charged in 2024 Washington Heights shooting: police
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting in Washington Heights nearly two years ago, according to police.
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting in Washington Heights nearly two years ago, according to police.
Man critically wounded in West Englewood shooting; suspect arrested: police
A 52-year-old man is in critical condition after a shooting in the West Englewood neighborhood, according to Chicago police.
A 52-year-old man is in critical condition after a shooting in the West Englewood neighborhood, according to Chicago police.
Suspect wanted in string of purse robberies on Chicago's South Side: police
Chicago police are searching for a man who allegedly stole purses from three victims in South Shore and Jackson Park Highlands.
Chicago police are searching for a man who allegedly stole purses from three victims in South Shore and Jackson Park Highlands.
Chicago man charged in string of airbag thefts from West Side vehicles: police
A Chicago man has been arrested and charged after breaking into cars and stealing airbags earlier this month, according to police.
A Chicago man has been arrested and charged after breaking into cars and stealing airbags earlier this month, according to police.
Chicago man charged with attempted murder after Kenwood shooting: police
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after a shooting in the Kenwood neighborhood, according to Chicago police.
A Chicago man has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after a shooting in the Kenwood neighborhood, according to Chicago police.
Chicago-area man sexually assaulted, beat, kidnapped girlfriend, prosecutors say
A northwest suburban man was accused of sexually assaulting, beating and kidnapping his girlfriend, among several other abuses.
A northwest suburban man was accused of sexually assaulting, beating and kidnapping his girlfriend, among several other abuses.
West Nile Virus found in Chicago area. What you should do | ChicagoLIVE
With West Nile Virus detected in multiple places in the Chicago area this year, we talk to the UIC College of Medicine about what you should know.
With West Nile Virus detected in multiple places in the Chicago area this year, we talk to the UIC College of Medicine about what you should know.