Evergreen Park’s John Tumpane to make World Series umpiring debut
There’s always a Chicago connection, even in the World Series! "ChicagoNOW" spotlights John Tumpane, an umpire from Evergreen Park and St. Laurence High School alum, who’s making his World Series debut. We talk with Adam Lotus, St. Laurence’s alumni director and Tumpane’s former classmate, about his journey from local high school ball to the big leagues — and what it takes to get behind home plate on baseball’s biggest stage.
There’s always a Chicago connection, even in the World Series! "ChicagoNOW" spotlights John Tumpane, an umpire from Evergreen Park and St. Laurence High School alum, who’s making his World Series debut. We talk with Adam Lotus, St. Laurence’s alumni director and Tumpane’s former classmate, about his journey from local high school ball to the big leagues — and what it takes to get behind home plate on baseball’s biggest stage.
SNAP cuts could hit 2 million Illinois residents — how one Chicago grocery store is stepping up
With SNAP benefit cuts looming, more than 2 million Illinois residents could soon face food insecurity. "ChicagoLIVE" highlights how Living Fresh Market, Cook County’s only Black-owned full-scale grocery store, is responding by distributing free produce and supporting families in need.
With SNAP benefit cuts looming, more than 2 million Illinois residents could soon face food insecurity. "ChicagoLIVE" highlights how Living Fresh Market, Cook County’s only Black-owned full-scale grocery store, is responding by distributing free produce and supporting families in need.
Willie Wilson calls for investigation into Chicago Housing Authority
Former mayoral candidate and businessman Willie Wilson asked for an investigation into the Chicago Housing Authority on Monday after he claimed he was blocked from visiting a senior citizen home due to political reasons.
Former mayoral candidate and businessman Willie Wilson asked for an investigation into the Chicago Housing Authority on Monday after he claimed he was blocked from visiting a senior citizen home due to political reasons.
Chicago woman turns pain into purpose, now leads efforts to help domestic violence victims
She was barely a teenager when her innocence was stolen, and her childhood replaced by violence, control, and fear.
She was barely a teenager when her innocence was stolen, and her childhood replaced by violence, control, and fear.
ICE says 600K deportations expected this year as Chicago arrests top 3,000
Homeland Security says ICE is on pace to deport about 600,000 people by year’s end, with nearly 3,000 arrests made in Chicago during Operation Midway Blitz.
Homeland Security says ICE is on pace to deport about 600,000 people by year’s end, with nearly 3,000 arrests made in Chicago during Operation Midway Blitz.
Food banks bracing for spike in demand
Food pantries across the city are bracing for a surge in need when SNAP benefits freeze on Nov. 1.
Food pantries across the city are bracing for a surge in need when SNAP benefits freeze on Nov. 1.
Caitlin Tracey's husband, Adam Beckerink, charged with her murder
The husband of Caitlin Tracey, the woman who was found dead from a fall at a South Loop condo building a year ago, was charged with first-degree murder.
The husband of Caitlin Tracey, the woman who was found dead from a fall at a South Loop condo building a year ago, was charged with first-degree murder.
Mayor Johnson attends roundtable in Baltimore, addresses Chicago's crime reduction
Mayor Brandon Johnson met with Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott at a roundtable to discuss Chicago's approach to reducing crime without the intervention of the National Guard.
Mayor Brandon Johnson met with Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott at a roundtable to discuss Chicago's approach to reducing crime without the intervention of the National Guard.
Border Patrol chief to appear in Chicago court over tear gas use
Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino is expected in federal court in Chicago tomorrow after agents allegedly used tear gas in neighborhoods despite orders to only deploy it when facing imminent danger.
Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino is expected in federal court in Chicago tomorrow after agents allegedly used tear gas in neighborhoods despite orders to only deploy it when facing imminent danger.
Caitlin Tracey's husband charged with murder 1 year after her death in Chicago
The husband of Caitlin Tracey, the woman found dead in a South Loop condo building last year, has been charged with first-degree murder.
The husband of Caitlin Tracey, the woman found dead in a South Loop condo building last year, has been charged with first-degree murder.
Harvey firefighters stretched to the limit after furloughs as city seeks state aid
One week after sidelining roughly 40% of its workforce, Harvey city agencies are grappling with the fallout.
One week after sidelining roughly 40% of its workforce, Harvey city agencies are grappling with the fallout.
Chicago comedy club manager charged with assaulting Border Patrol agent
The manager of the Chicago Laugh Factory has been charged with assaulting a federal immigration officer, according to court documents.
The manager of the Chicago Laugh Factory has been charged with assaulting a federal immigration officer, according to court documents.
Harvey firefighters stretched to the limit after furloughs as city seeks state aid
Monday marks one week since the city of Harvey furloughed about 40% of its workforce, leaving dozens of first responders without jobs.
Monday marks one week since the city of Harvey furloughed about 40% of its workforce, leaving dozens of first responders without jobs.
Windy City Smokeout 2026: Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, more to headline
The Windy City Smokeout is returning for its 13th year at the United Center in July, and the headliners have already been announced.
The Windy City Smokeout is returning for its 13th year at the United Center in July, and the headliners have already been announced.
Chicago weather: Sunshine today, rain chances return midweek
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Chicago weather: Sunshine today, rain chances return midweek
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
How Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to close a $1B budget deficit in 2026
Mayor Brandon Johnson laid out his proposal on how to close a projected nearly $1.2 billion budget deficit in 2026.
Mayor Brandon Johnson laid out his proposal on how to close a projected nearly $1.2 billion budget deficit in 2026.
Expert on Border Patrol chief due in court for deploying tear gas in Chicago
Commander Gregory Bovino is ordered to testify amid allegations federal agents violated a judge’s order during protests, raising questions about accountability and federal authority.
Commander Gregory Bovino is ordered to testify amid allegations federal agents violated a judge’s order during protests, raising questions about accountability and federal authority.
Spinning J- Thanksgiving pies & a podcast | ChicagoNOW
Spinning J owner Dinah Grossman joins ChicagoNOW to talk about Thanksgiving pies and an exciting new podcast highlighting the 10-year anniversary.
Spinning J owner Dinah Grossman joins ChicagoNOW to talk about Thanksgiving pies and an exciting new podcast highlighting the 10-year anniversary.
Hormel recalls 4.9 million pounds of chicken possibly 'contaminated with pieces of metal' | ChicagoNOW
Hormel Foods is recalling nearly 5 million pounds of foodservice ready-to-eat frozen chicken products that may be "contaminated with pieces of metal. The announcement came Saturday from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.
Hormel Foods is recalling nearly 5 million pounds of foodservice ready-to-eat frozen chicken products that may be "contaminated with pieces of metal. The announcement came Saturday from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.