Chicago man charged with attempted murder of CPD officer, police say
A North Lawndale man was charged with attempted murder of a Chicago police officer after allegedly crashing into a police vehicle and shooting the officer in Portage Park on Monday afternoon.
A North Lawndale man was charged with attempted murder of a Chicago police officer after allegedly crashing into a police vehicle and shooting the officer in Portage Park on Monday afternoon.
Little Village tells ICE to stay away from schools
Little Village community members are speaking out against ICE ignoring their signs, and breaking the rules in their neighborhood.
Little Village community members are speaking out against ICE ignoring their signs, and breaking the rules in their neighborhood.
Appeals court blocks judge's order for Bovino
An appeals court is now blocking a judge's order that required the top Customs and Border Patrol Commander to check in with a judge here every day.
An appeals court is now blocking a judge's order that required the top Customs and Border Patrol Commander to check in with a judge here every day.
Congressional candidate indicted for protests outside of Broadview ICE facility
Ninth District Congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh and six other protesters were listed in an indictment after they were accused of blocking a federal agent's vehicle outside of the Broadview ICE facility in September. Abughazaleh announced the indictment on her social media Wednesday.
Ninth District Congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh and six other protesters were listed in an indictment after they were accused of blocking a federal agent's vehicle outside of the Broadview ICE facility in September. Abughazaleh announced the indictment on her social media Wednesday.
Appeals court blocks order requiring Bovino to brief Chicago judge on immigration sweeps
A federal appeals court has blocked an order that required a senior Border Patrol official to brief a judge on Chicago immigration sweeps.
A federal appeals court has blocked an order that required a senior Border Patrol official to brief a judge on Chicago immigration sweeps.
Young philanthropists honored with award
A 7 and 9-year-old were honored for their efforts to support children in need. Ava and Sienna Blanco have been leading community drives for coats and books and donating them to the Oak Park/River Forest Infant Welfare Society (OPRF IWS). Last night, they became the youngest receipts ever of the organization's Angel Award.
A 7 and 9-year-old were honored for their efforts to support children in need. Ava and Sienna Blanco have been leading community drives for coats and books and donating them to the Oak Park/River Forest Infant Welfare Society (OPRF IWS). Last night, they became the youngest receipts ever of the organization's Angel Award.
Illinois residents to lose SNAP benefits: What to know
As the government shutdown continues, nearly 2 million Illinoisans will not receive SNAP benefits starting next month, officials warn.
As the government shutdown continues, nearly 2 million Illinoisans will not receive SNAP benefits starting next month, officials warn.
Kat Abughazaleh, Illinois congressional candidate, indicted over Broadview protests, records show
Kat Abughazaleh, a candidate for Congress, was among six indicted in connection with protests at the Broadview ICE facility.
Kat Abughazaleh, a candidate for Congress, was among six indicted in connection with protests at the Broadview ICE facility.
$1.5B public transit bill unveiled by Illinois lawmakers
Illinois lawmakers unveiled a massive new funding package for the Chicago area public transit systems CTA, Pace and Metra.
Illinois lawmakers unveiled a massive new funding package for the Chicago area public transit systems CTA, Pace and Metra.
Woman describes "excruciating pain" after being burned by flames at Navy Pier restaurant
Five people are suing after a fiery incident at a Navy Pier restaurant last month left four burned, one critically.
Five people are suing after a fiery incident at a Navy Pier restaurant last month left four burned, one critically.
Woman shot during Chicago argument refuses treatment, police say
Chicago police say a woman shot during an argument late Tuesday on the South Side refused treatment at the scene.
Chicago police say a woman shot during an argument late Tuesday on the South Side refused treatment at the scene.
Chicago talent agent pens "The Agent’s Playbook”
Chicago talent agent, Michelle Hayes, joins ChicagoNOW in studio to share tips and tricks on how to break into acting and master the industry.
Chicago talent agent, Michelle Hayes, joins ChicagoNOW in studio to share tips and tricks on how to break into acting and master the industry.
‘A Beautiful Noise: the Neil Diamond Musical’ back in Chicago November 19-30
'A Beautiful Noise: the Neil Diamond Musical returns to the Cadillac Palace Theatre November 19-30. Robert Westenberg, who plays Neil Diamond, joins ChicagoNOW.
'A Beautiful Noise: the Neil Diamond Musical returns to the Cadillac Palace Theatre November 19-30. Robert Westenberg, who plays Neil Diamond, joins ChicagoNOW.
Three Illinois cemeteries rank among nation's scariest, survey finds
A new survey by Choice Mutual lists Rosehill Cemetery in Chicago, Bachelor’s Grove in Midlothian and Springdale Cemetery in Peoria as the top three most frightening graveyards in Illinois.
A new survey by Choice Mutual lists Rosehill Cemetery in Chicago, Bachelor’s Grove in Midlothian and Springdale Cemetery in Peoria as the top three most frightening graveyards in Illinois.
Patrick Warburton at Zanies Rosemont November 3 & 4 | ChicagoNOW
Ahead of his two nights at Zanies Rosemont, Patrick Warburton joins ChicagoNOW to talk stand up and memorable characters.
Ahead of his two nights at Zanies Rosemont, Patrick Warburton joins ChicagoNOW to talk stand up and memorable characters.
'Endangered' girl, 14, located after going missing from Chicago's NW Side
A 14-year-old girl who was reported missing last month from the Humboldt Park neighborhood has been located.
A 14-year-old girl who was reported missing last month from the Humboldt Park neighborhood has been located.
Jake talks to Colin Farrell about important failures
Jake sits down with Colin Farrell ahead of 'Ballad of a Small Player' to discuss important failures that made him the actor he is today. Jake asks the ChicagoNOW hosts about important failures that made them who they are today.
Jake sits down with Colin Farrell ahead of 'Ballad of a Small Player' to discuss important failures that made him the actor he is today. Jake asks the ChicagoNOW hosts about important failures that made them who they are today.
Singles paying $200 to hold each other in dark rooms
This Los Angeles matchmaking event is called “the feels” - the singles mixer employs various touch-based techniques aimed at getting participants to learn more about themselves, chip away at their defenses and, maybe just maybe, fall in love along the way. It's making its way to Chicago on November 24th.
This Los Angeles matchmaking event is called “the feels” - the singles mixer employs various touch-based techniques aimed at getting participants to learn more about themselves, chip away at their defenses and, maybe just maybe, fall in love along the way. It's making its way to Chicago on November 24th.
Video shows Cook County Sheriff's officer saving choking woman in Ford Heights
A Cook County sheriff’s deputy is being credited with saving a woman’s life after she began choking while driving last month in Chicago’s south suburbs.
A Cook County sheriff’s deputy is being credited with saving a woman’s life after she began choking while driving last month in Chicago’s south suburbs.
Are millennials raising "velcro kids"?
You may have heard of helicopter parents, lawnmower parents, gentle parents- there’s a new term - “velcro parents” - and it’s gaining traction on social media - the label being given to millennial parents. Dana Hirt, certified parent coach, breaks down this parenting style.
You may have heard of helicopter parents, lawnmower parents, gentle parents- there’s a new term - “velcro parents” - and it’s gaining traction on social media - the label being given to millennial parents. Dana Hirt, certified parent coach, breaks down this parenting style.