Could microbes like those in ‘Project Hail Mary’ exist in real life? | ChicagoNOW
Scientists say the idea behind “Project Hail Mary” may not be as far-fetched as it seems. An expert breaks down what real research shows about extreme microbes and their ability to reshape environments.
Scientists say the idea behind “Project Hail Mary” may not be as far-fetched as it seems. An expert breaks down what real research shows about extreme microbes and their ability to reshape environments.
Chicago men robbed suburban gas station at gunpoint before high-speed police chase, prosecutors say
Two Chicago men are accused of robbing a suburban gas station at gunpoint and leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car.
Two Chicago men are accused of robbing a suburban gas station at gunpoint and leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car.
Chicago Mayor Johnson vetoes pause to subminimum wage hike for tipped workers
Johnson and other progressives have argued for increasing wages for tipped workers, but restaurant owners say it's too costly.
Johnson and other progressives have argued for increasing wages for tipped workers, but restaurant owners say it's too costly.
Why penguin nesting season at Shedd Aquarium is worth a visit | ChicagoNOW
Visitors to Shedd Aquarium can catch penguin nesting season in action, along with hands-on activities and other animal encounters this spring break.
Visitors to Shedd Aquarium can catch penguin nesting season in action, along with hands-on activities and other animal encounters this spring break.
Punk rock band New Found Glory talks new album, Chicago tour | ChicagoNOW
Pop-punk band New Found Glory is stopping in Chicago on tour with Yellowcard and Plain White T’s. We’re getting a preview of the show and what fans can expect
Pop-punk band New Found Glory is stopping in Chicago on tour with Yellowcard and Plain White T’s. We’re getting a preview of the show and what fans can expect
Viral videos show Chicago delivery robots after shattering glass at CTA bus shelters
Viral videos show two separate Chicago delivery robots after making a mess at CTA bus stops over the last three days.
Viral videos show two separate Chicago delivery robots after making a mess at CTA bus stops over the last three days.
Chicago delivery robot after shattering glass at CTA bus shelter: VIDEO
A viral video shows a Chicago delivery robot apparently struggling after making a mess at a CTA bus stop on Sunday.
A viral video shows a Chicago delivery robot apparently struggling after making a mess at a CTA bus stop on Sunday.
Teen charged with sexually assaulting 15-year-old girl at gunpoint on Chicago's North Side
A teenage boy was charged with sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl at gunpoint last November in the Ravenswood Manor neighborhood.
A teenage boy was charged with sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl at gunpoint last November in the Ravenswood Manor neighborhood.
Girl hospitalized after fall from third-floor Chicago apartment window
Chicago police say a 4-year-old girl fell from a third-floor window early Wednesday.
Chicago police say a 4-year-old girl fell from a third-floor window early Wednesday.
Chicago Lululemon theft: Men accused of stealing $9K in merchandise
Two men are accused of stealing thousands in merchandise from a Chicago Lululemon, and more items were found in their vehicle.
Two men are accused of stealing thousands in merchandise from a Chicago Lululemon, and more items were found in their vehicle.
Chicago police: Girl hospitalized after fall from third-floor window
Chicago police say a 4-year-old girl fell from a third-floor window early Wednesday.
Chicago police say a 4-year-old girl fell from a third-floor window early Wednesday.
NEIU student sexually assaulted inside campus housing, officials say
A Northeastern Illinois University student was reportedly sexually assaulted in campus housing over the weekend on Chicago's Northwest Side.
A Northeastern Illinois University student was reportedly sexually assaulted in campus housing over the weekend on Chicago's Northwest Side.
Chicago crash near I-90/94 split blocks lanes, snarls morning commute
A crash near the I-90/94 split in Chicago shut down lanes and caused major delays Wednesday morning.
A crash near the I-90/94 split in Chicago shut down lanes and caused major delays Wednesday morning.
CTA violence persists as community group works to intervene
Violence Interrupters founder Tio Hardiman discusses a recent Red Line stabbing, why crime continues on the CTA, and how his group is working to prevent it.
Violence Interrupters founder Tio Hardiman discusses a recent Red Line stabbing, why crime continues on the CTA, and how his group is working to prevent it.
Suspect sought after elderly man attacked at Chicago CTA station
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of attacking an 82-year-old at a CTA station earlier this week.
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of attacking an 82-year-old at a CTA station earlier this week.
Woman, 21, sexually assaulted near NEIU campus
A woman was sexually assaulted near the campus of Northeastern Illinois University over the weekend.
A woman was sexually assaulted near the campus of Northeastern Illinois University over the weekend.
Man arrested in suburban DUI crash, accused of carrying loaded gun without license
A man is charged after allegedly driving drunk and carrying an illegal firearm during a crash in suburban Chicago.
A man is charged after allegedly driving drunk and carrying an illegal firearm during a crash in suburban Chicago.
Violent crimes on Chicago's South Side leave 2 dead, several injured
Two people were killed and several others were wounded in attacks overnight across Chicago's South Side.
Two people were killed and several others were wounded in attacks overnight across Chicago's South Side.
Suburban Chicago duo charged in vandalism of local GOP office
A suburban man and woman were arrested this week almost two months after allegedly vandalizing a GOP office with Nazi symbols and more.
A suburban man and woman were arrested this week almost two months after allegedly vandalizing a GOP office with Nazi symbols and more.
Man charged with attempted murder in shooting during Christmas Day argument
A Dolton man was charged with attempted murder in connection with a Christmas Day shooting in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.
A Dolton man was charged with attempted murder in connection with a Christmas Day shooting in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.