Tattoo legend Jonathan Shaw puts collection up for auction. Here’s what’s inside | ChicagoNOW
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A rare look into tattoo history is hitting the auction block. We’re talking with artist Jonathan Shaw about iconic pieces, celebrity clients and how the industry has changed over time. 

Why it took 50+ years to return to the moon, Artemis II explained | ChicagoNOW
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NASA’s Artemis II mission marks a long-awaited return to deep space – but why now? We’re breaking down the science, risks, timeline and new tech behind the mission with Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols. 

Tacos & Tequila Festival 2026: Lineup, tickets, what to know

A popular throwback music and food festival is making its way to Chicago for the fourth year in a row. Here's what we know.

Chicago to invest $300M in affordable housing
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Chicago officials announced a more than $300 million investment in affordable housing developments that will create or maintain more than 1,200 units across the city.

Chicago to invest $300M in affordable housing, adding more than 1,200 units

Chicago officials announced a more than $300 million investment in affordable housing developments that will create or maintain more than 1,200 units across the city.

Asian Pop-Up Cinema marks 20 years bringing Asian films to Chicago
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Sophia Wong Boccio and Angel Aquino highlight the milestone 20th Asian Pop-Up Cinema Film Festival, showcasing diverse stories and international films for Chicago audiences.

Chicago man faces attempted murder, robbery charges in January shooting

A Chicago man has been charged with shooting a man and robbing two other people at gunpoint earlier this year on the city's West Side.

Romeca Blackmon murder: Woman accused in South Loop killing returns to court

The woman accused of murdering a mother in Chicago’s South Loop last September was due back in court Wednesday, as her attorneys continue fighting for her release.

Man, 25, seriously wounded in shooting on Chicago's NW Side

A man was shot and seriously wounded while entering a building Wednesday morning on Chicago's Northwest Side.

Toy guns trigger real fear in Chicago suburb, police warn

Police in Lansing are warning about a growing trend involving gel guns, also known as Orbeez guns, that look like real weapons. 

Chicago police welcome 248 new officers while vacancies remain

A total of 248 new police officers are now on the streets in Chicago after graduating Tuesday, stepping into a department that is still short about 1,000 officers based on recent public reports.

Hyde Park teen takeover leaves dozens of cars damaged

Residents in Hyde Park are demanding answers and accountability after a teen takeover left multiple cars damaged and neighbors shaken.

Toy guns trigger serious 911 calls in south suburban Lansing
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As children head back outside for spring, police say some playtime is starting to look a lot like real danger. Officers say more teens are bringing a certain toy out in public and it's raising concerns.