Indiana gambling case, Bears schedule and McDonald’s Park | Week in Review
On this episode of "Week in Review," we cover the Indiana gambling case, the Bears’ 2026 schedule release and the Bulls landing the No. 4 draft pick. We also look at Jim’s Original moving after 85 years and Chicago Fire FC’s new McDonald’s Park stadium name. Plus, Cole Kmet joins Cop on a Rooftop, a White Sox phenom goes one on one and more top stories from around Chicago.
On this episode of "Week in Review," we cover the Indiana gambling case, the Bears’ 2026 schedule release and the Bulls landing the No. 4 draft pick. We also look at Jim’s Original moving after 85 years and Chicago Fire FC’s new McDonald’s Park stadium name. Plus, Cole Kmet joins Cop on a Rooftop, a White Sox phenom goes one on one and more top stories from around Chicago.
Billy Goat Tavern found Sam Sianis dies at 91
The owner of Chicago's legendary Billy Goat Tavern has died.
The owner of Chicago's legendary Billy Goat Tavern has died.
Drone helps Cook County Sheriff's police track railcar theft
It’s the middle of the night, there’s a break-in, a drone buzzing overhead, and a U-Haul waiting to be loaded up with stolen goods. The Cook County Sheriff's Office told us deputies stopped a railcar theft in progress. Tia Ewing shows you how they used new technology to get it done.
It’s the middle of the night, there’s a break-in, a drone buzzing overhead, and a U-Haul waiting to be loaded up with stolen goods. The Cook County Sheriff's Office told us deputies stopped a railcar theft in progress. Tia Ewing shows you how they used new technology to get it done.
Baby girl stabbed to death in home in Gage Park
In Gage Park, a baby who was stabbed has now died. Our chopper was over the scene earlier, after two other children were taken from the home. Leslie Moreno is live with what we know so far.
In Gage Park, a baby who was stabbed has now died. Our chopper was over the scene earlier, after two other children were taken from the home. Leslie Moreno is live with what we know so far.
Man critically wounded in Chicago's Austin neighborhood shooting: police
A 40-year-old man was critically injured in a shooting in the Austin neighborhood on Friday, according to Chicago police.
A 40-year-old man was critically injured in a shooting in the Austin neighborhood on Friday, according to Chicago police.
Baby girl stabbed to death in Chicago home, 'known offender' jumps from window: police
A baby girl died after being stabbed inside a Chicago home Friday morning, according to police.
A baby girl died after being stabbed inside a Chicago home Friday morning, according to police.
Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis dies at 91, restaurant says
Chicago has lost a true original. Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis has died, the restaurant announced Friday.
Chicago has lost a true original. Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis has died, the restaurant announced Friday.
Instagram’s new 'Instants' feature has users laughing — and panicking | ChicagoNOW
Instagram is rolling out a new disappearing photo feature called “Instants,” but some users are already sharing embarrassing stories after accidentally sending photos to everyone on their friends list.
Instagram is rolling out a new disappearing photo feature called “Instants,” but some users are already sharing embarrassing stories after accidentally sending photos to everyone on their friends list.
Hotel Zachary’s 'A Day Off in Chicago' package brings a classic local movie to life | ChicagoNOW
From a private Art Institute tour to Cubs tickets and cocktails overlooking Wrigley Field, Hotel Zachary’s new “A Day Off in Chicago” package recreates the ultimate day off inspired by the beloved film "Ferris Bueller's Day Off."
From a private Art Institute tour to Cubs tickets and cocktails overlooking Wrigley Field, Hotel Zachary’s new “A Day Off in Chicago” package recreates the ultimate day off inspired by the beloved film "Ferris Bueller's Day Off."
Tributes go up for Chicago firefighter who died during training exercise
Chicago is paying its respects to Steven Decker, a 30-year veteran of the Chicago Fire Department, who died during a training exercise Thursday on the North Side.
Chicago is paying its respects to Steven Decker, a 30-year veteran of the Chicago Fire Department, who died during a training exercise Thursday on the North Side.
Rare John Wayne Gacy death row book resurfaces at Chicago museum | ChicagoNOW
Graveface Museum co-owner Chloe Manon discusses the reissue of John Wayne Gacy’s long out-of-print confessional “A Question of Doubt” and why public fascination with the infamous serial killer endures decades after his execution.
Graveface Museum co-owner Chloe Manon discusses the reissue of John Wayne Gacy’s long out-of-print confessional “A Question of Doubt” and why public fascination with the infamous serial killer endures decades after his execution.
Spencer West opens up about resilience, identity and his new book 'Breaking Free' | ChicagoNOW
LGBTQ+ and disability activist Spencer West joins us to discuss his inspiring new book “Breaking Free,” the lessons he’s learned through adversity, and why sharing everyday life online matters to him.
LGBTQ+ and disability activist Spencer West joins us to discuss his inspiring new book “Breaking Free,” the lessons he’s learned through adversity, and why sharing everyday life online matters to him.
Police in Chicago suburb search for owner of horse found wandering
A horse found wandering in a Chicago suburb Friday morning has police searching for its owner.
A horse found wandering in a Chicago suburb Friday morning has police searching for its owner.
Chicago police seek driver in West Side hit-and-run that seriously injured pedestrian
Chicago police are searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian in East Garfield Park.
Chicago police are searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian in East Garfield Park.
Nearly 1 in 12 defendants on ankle monitors in Chicago have gone AWOL, authorities say
Nearly 1 in 12 criminal defendants released pre-trial on ankle monitors in Chicago have gone AWOL, and authorities have no idea where they are, even as some in the program allegedly go on to commit violent crimes.
Nearly 1 in 12 criminal defendants released pre-trial on ankle monitors in Chicago have gone AWOL, and authorities have no idea where they are, even as some in the program allegedly go on to commit violent crimes.
Chicago man busted with stolen gun, drugs during CTA arrest: police
A Chicago man is facing charges after he was found with a loaded stolen gun and an assortment of drugs earlier this week on a CTA train.
A Chicago man is facing charges after he was found with a loaded stolen gun and an assortment of drugs earlier this week on a CTA train.
Loop stabbing leaves man seriously wounded, 1 in custody
A man is in custody after allegedly stabbing and seriously wounding another man Thursday night in the Loop.
A man is in custody after allegedly stabbing and seriously wounding another man Thursday night in the Loop.
Chicago crime: Man, 35, killed in West Side shooting
A man was shot and killed early Friday morning in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.
A man was shot and killed early Friday morning in Chicago's Austin neighborhood.
Deadly crash marks 3rd hit-and-run in Chicago this week
A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday night in Chicago's Gresham neighborhood.
A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday night in Chicago's Gresham neighborhood.
Chicago weather: Warm and breezy Friday ahead of hot weekend temperatures
Unseasonably warm temperatures in the 80s will take over Chicago through early next week with several chances for showers and thunderstorms.
Unseasonably warm temperatures in the 80s will take over Chicago through early next week with several chances for showers and thunderstorms.