Early voting begins in Chicago; new Loop polling site opens
Early voting is officially underway in Chicago. Voters can now cast their ballots ahead of Election Day — including at a brand-new polling location. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum is in the Loop at the new site with a look at how things are going, what voters need to know before they head out, and what turnout looks like on day one.
Early voting is officially underway in Chicago. Voters can now cast their ballots ahead of Election Day — including at a brand-new polling location. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum is in the Loop at the new site with a look at how things are going, what voters need to know before they head out, and what turnout looks like on day one.
Human composting service expands to Illinois residents | ChicagoLIVE
Tom Harries, CEO of Earth Funeral, says the company’s human composting service is designed to provide an eco-friendly final arrangement now available to families across Illinois.
Tom Harries, CEO of Earth Funeral, says the company’s human composting service is designed to provide an eco-friendly final arrangement now available to families across Illinois.
New developments in search for Nancy Guthrie as community holds hope | ChicagoLIVE
FOX Phoenix reporter Nicole Krasean provides an update on the ongoing search for Nancy Guthrie. Authorities briefly put a white tent at the search site Thursday morning as investigators reviewed new evidence.
FOX Phoenix reporter Nicole Krasean provides an update on the ongoing search for Nancy Guthrie. Authorities briefly put a white tent at the search site Thursday morning as investigators reviewed new evidence.
Woman’s body recovered from Chicago River on Southwest Side: police
A woman’s body was recovered from the Chicago River on the city’s Southwest Side on Thursday afternoon, prompting a death investigation, authorities said.
A woman’s body was recovered from the Chicago River on the city’s Southwest Side on Thursday afternoon, prompting a death investigation, authorities said.
Chicago weather: Clouds today, sunshine and warmer temps Friday
Mostly cloudy skies and highs in the low 40s today will give way to sunshine and warmer temperatures in the low 50s tomorrow.
Mostly cloudy skies and highs in the low 40s today will give way to sunshine and warmer temperatures in the low 50s tomorrow.
Kim Kardashian's SKIMS opens first Chicago store
The popular shapewear brand is officially open in Chicago's Gold Coast.
The popular shapewear brand is officially open in Chicago's Gold Coast.
Amazon drone delivery service coming to two Chicago south suburbs
Residents in Chicago’s south suburbs may need to look to the skies to receive their next Amazon order.
Residents in Chicago’s south suburbs may need to look to the skies to receive their next Amazon order.
Amazon drone delivery service coming to Chicago south suburbs
Residents in Chicago’s south suburbs may need to look to the skies to receive their next Amazon order.
Residents in Chicago’s south suburbs may need to look to the skies to receive their next Amazon order.
New study examines social media’s impact on children’s mental health | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Courtney K. Blackwell shares the potential impacts social media has on mental health and development.
Dr. Courtney K. Blackwell shares the potential impacts social media has on mental health and development.
Early voting begins today in Chicago
People casted their early ballots in downtown Chicago on Thursday ahead of the Illinois primary election next month.
People casted their early ballots in downtown Chicago on Thursday ahead of the Illinois primary election next month.
Upcoming 2026 book-to-movie adaptations | ChicagoNOW
Lindsay Powers, Amazon Senior Editor, previews a slate of popular novels hitting theaters and streaming in 2026.
Lindsay Powers, Amazon Senior Editor, previews a slate of popular novels hitting theaters and streaming in 2026.
Where to find Paczki in Chicago for Fat Tuesday 2026 | ChicagoNOW
From traditional Polish pastries to creative twists, bakeries and pop-ups across Chicago and the suburbs are ready for Paczki Day on Feb. 17.
From traditional Polish pastries to creative twists, bakeries and pop-ups across Chicago and the suburbs are ready for Paczki Day on Feb. 17.
Chicago residents could soon report parking violations through 311 | ChicagoNOW
City officials are considering a program that would allow neighbors to submit photos or video of commercials vehicles blocking crosswalks, bus lanes, or bike lane through the 311 app.
City officials are considering a program that would allow neighbors to submit photos or video of commercials vehicles blocking crosswalks, bus lanes, or bike lane through the 311 app.
New FX show revisits love story of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette | ChicagoNOW
The new FX show “Love Story” explores the romance, pressures and legacy of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette in a multi-episode series.
The new FX show “Love Story” explores the romance, pressures and legacy of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette in a multi-episode series.
TMZ: Authorities focus on gear worn by suspect in Nancy Guthrie kidnapping | ChicagoNOW
Authorities are tracking down the clothing, backpack and firearm seen on surveillance video as day 12 approaches in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Authorities are tracking down the clothing, backpack and firearm seen on surveillance video as day 12 approaches in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
TMZ: Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni attend court-ordered meeting in ongoing dispute | ChicagoNOW
The actors appeared at a court-ordered settlement conference in New York as they work toward resolving a legal dispute.
The actors appeared at a court-ordered settlement conference in New York as they work toward resolving a legal dispute.
Noah Kahan to bring stadium tour to Wrigley Field this summer
Folk-pop star Noah Kahan will bring his biggest tour yet to Chicago's Wrigley Field this summer.
Folk-pop star Noah Kahan will bring his biggest tour yet to Chicago's Wrigley Field this summer.
Pair of armed robberies reported 30 minutes apart on Chicago's North Side
Police are investigating two armed robberies reported Sunday evening in Chicago’s Uptown and Lake View neighborhoods.
Police are investigating two armed robberies reported Sunday evening in Chicago’s Uptown and Lake View neighborhoods.
Valentine’s Day ideas at Navy Pier: Dining, drinks and a sauna twist
From a romantic Valentine’s menu and seasonal cocktails at Chef Art Smith’s Reunion to a unique date experience at Kiln Floating Sauna, Navy Pier is offering couples multiple ways to celebrate the holiday.
From a romantic Valentine’s menu and seasonal cocktails at Chef Art Smith’s Reunion to a unique date experience at Kiln Floating Sauna, Navy Pier is offering couples multiple ways to celebrate the holiday.
Watchdog group sues Chicago suburb's reparations program over giving money based on race
Judicial Watch, a conservative watchdog group, told Fox News Digital on Tuesday it filed a lawsuit against Evanston, Illinois, to stop the city from paying Black residents reparations.
Judicial Watch, a conservative watchdog group, told Fox News Digital on Tuesday it filed a lawsuit against Evanston, Illinois, to stop the city from paying Black residents reparations.