Spoken word program brings hope to women inside Cook County Jail
During Black History Month, 75 women inside Cook County Jail took part in a powerful spoken word and re-entry program designed to help them find their voice and prepare for life after release. Through counseling, creative expression, and the message “I Am Somebody,” organizers say the goal is not just freedom — but stability, dignity, and a real second chance.
During Black History Month, 75 women inside Cook County Jail took part in a powerful spoken word and re-entry program designed to help them find their voice and prepare for life after release. Through counseling, creative expression, and the message “I Am Somebody,” organizers say the goal is not just freedom — but stability, dignity, and a real second chance.
Reps. Garcia, Ramirez back Kaegi in Cook County assessor race
On Monday, outgoing U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia and U.S. Rep. Delia Ramirez rallied for Kaegi.
On Monday, outgoing U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia and U.S. Rep. Delia Ramirez rallied for Kaegi.
Why some homeowners are ditching smart homes for 'dumb houses'
More homeowners are stepping away from fully connected smart homes and embracing so-called “dumb houses” instead. Julie Provenzano, real estate agent, joins us to explain the trend and why less tech at home is starting to appeal to more buyers.
More homeowners are stepping away from fully connected smart homes and embracing so-called “dumb houses” instead. Julie Provenzano, real estate agent, joins us to explain the trend and why less tech at home is starting to appeal to more buyers.
Multiple people taken to hospital after fight involving pepper spray at Chicago high school
Multiple people are hospitalized after a fight at a Chicago high school escalated Monday morning when one person discharged pepper spray, officials said.
Multiple people are hospitalized after a fight at a Chicago high school escalated Monday morning when one person discharged pepper spray, officials said.
Man accused of using dating app to rob 4 victims sought in Woodlawn: police
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of using a dating app to lure and rob four victims in the Woodlawn neighborhood this month.
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of using a dating app to lure and rob four victims in the Woodlawn neighborhood this month.
Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to murder of his parents | ChicagoLIVE
Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty Monday to double murder charges in the December stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner.
Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty Monday to double murder charges in the December stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner.
What women can do right now to lower cancer risk
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Chicago poet hopes to change the opera world
Chicago’s first Poet Laureate, Avery R. Young, debuts Sophronia — an operatic score rooted in his great-grandparents’ Great Migration story that blends gospel, blues, funk and soul. He says the work is meant to make opera more accessible and, in 2026, show that “something new happened” in the art form.
Chicago’s first Poet Laureate, Avery R. Young, debuts Sophronia — an operatic score rooted in his great-grandparents’ Great Migration story that blends gospel, blues, funk and soul. He says the work is meant to make opera more accessible and, in 2026, show that “something new happened” in the art form.
Chicago dad welcomes son after rare testicular cancer
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
How a Chicago company is helping schools fight teen vaping | ChicagoNOW
Teen vaping remains widespread, with more than 1.6 million U.S. middle and high school students using e-cigarettes, according to the CDC. Chicago-based IT firm Tusker has installed vape detectors in more than 500 schools nationwide. Todd Zafirovski joins us to explain how the technology works.
Teen vaping remains widespread, with more than 1.6 million U.S. middle and high school students using e-cigarettes, according to the CDC. Chicago-based IT firm Tusker has installed vape detectors in more than 500 schools nationwide. Todd Zafirovski joins us to explain how the technology works.
Winners announced in Chicago snowplow naming contest
Chicago officials on Monday announced the six winning names in the city’s fourth annual “You Name a Snowplow” contest.
Chicago officials on Monday announced the six winning names in the city’s fourth annual “You Name a Snowplow” contest.
From setback to success: Chicago native Robert Covington tells his story in new documentary
Chicago-born NBA veteran Robert Covington joins us to discuss his new documentary, “Allergic to Failure,” detailing how injury, going undrafted and his HBCU experience shaped his journey and purpose beyond basketball.
Chicago-born NBA veteran Robert Covington joins us to discuss his new documentary, “Allergic to Failure,” detailing how injury, going undrafted and his HBCU experience shaped his journey and purpose beyond basketball.
Chicago police: Teen accidentally shot by someone he knew, charges pending
Chicago police say charges are pending after a teen was accidentally shot by someone he knew on Sunday.
Chicago police say charges are pending after a teen was accidentally shot by someone he knew on Sunday.
CTA crime: Duo with rap sheets charged in robbery of 16-year-old rider
Two men were charged with robbing a 16-year-old who was riding a CTA Red Line train last week on Chicago's South Side.
Two men were charged with robbing a 16-year-old who was riding a CTA Red Line train last week on Chicago's South Side.
Chicago woman arrested minutes after man shot during argument
Chicago police say what started as an argument erupted into gunfire and a felony charge against Eboni Evans.
Chicago police say what started as an argument erupted into gunfire and a felony charge against Eboni Evans.
Uber Eats driver dies after being found unresponsive on Chicago street
A death investigation has been launched after an Uber Eats driver was found unresponsive Monday on a West Side street.
A death investigation has been launched after an Uber Eats driver was found unresponsive Monday on a West Side street.
Cook County house fire leaves 2 women dead
Two women were killed after a fire broke out at a home Monday morning in suburban Northlake.
Two women were killed after a fire broke out at a home Monday morning in suburban Northlake.
Cook County house fire leaves 2 women dead
Two women were killed in an early-morning house fire in suburban Northlake.
Two women were killed in an early-morning house fire in suburban Northlake.
Chicago weather: Flurries today, lake-effect snow advisory in NW Indiana
Cold conditions and lake-effect snow give way to a milder, windier stretch this week, with highs climbing toward 50 by Friday.
Cold conditions and lake-effect snow give way to a milder, windier stretch this week, with highs climbing toward 50 by Friday.
Fundraiser helps replace bulletproof vests for Chicago Police
The Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, alongside Alderman Matt O’Shea’s annual fundraiser, has helped raise millions of dollars over the years to replace aging bullet-proof vests for Chicago police officers at no cost to them.
The Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, alongside Alderman Matt O’Shea’s annual fundraiser, has helped raise millions of dollars over the years to replace aging bullet-proof vests for Chicago police officers at no cost to them.