How AI is changing cybersecurity: Expert shares ransomware and online safety tips

A ransomware attack at Evanston Township High School is highlighting growing cybersecurity threats, as experts warn that AI is making scams and cyberattacks more sophisticated and harder to detect.

Chicago man charged with killing 63-year-old in Uptown earlier this week

A Chicago man has been charged with the murder of a 63-year-old man after a shooting on the North Side earlier this week, according to police.

Chicago weather: Severe storm threat misses city, flooding concerns remain

Chicago avoided the worst of Wednesday's severe weather, but localized flooding remains possible tonight before cooler, drier conditions arrive through Saturday and rain returns Sunday.

Cook County awards $5M to violence prevention groups, $15M more coming in July

Cook County is awarding $5 million to nine community organizations for violence intervention programs and opening applications for an additional $15 million in grants as gun homicides continue to decline across the county.

$20 million to be given to violence prevention programs
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 Chicago counted fewer murders last year than any year since 1965.   And Cook County says it knows part of why, so it’s putting $20 million more behind it.

Chicago History Museum's 'Us at 250' uses art to reexamine America's story

The Chicago History Museum's new "Us at 250" exhibition uses art and historical documents to examine America's founding ideals, their lasting impact, and ongoing issues of justice, displacement, and civic engagement.

Chicago History Museum's 'Us at 250' reexamines America
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250 years of America's history told through a wheelbarrow. It's a story of land, loss, and communities that refused to disappear. Tia Ewing takes us inside the exhibit challenging how we remember our nation's past.

Chicago legal analyst explains US-Iran war peace deal | ChicagoLIVE
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As negotiations continue over the Iran peace deal, concerns are rising over unresolved terms. University of Chicago Law School's Pegah Banihashemi breaks down the latest developments.

There’s a new buzzworthy role at the Obama Presidential Center | ChicagoLIVE
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The Obama Presidential Center has added a new role to its team, beekeeper. Janelle Dunlap has been named to the position and joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what it means.

New videos released in 2021 killing of Chicago Officer Ella French

New videos connected to the death of Chicago Police Officer Ella French have been released by the Civilian Office of Police Accountability.

Sweepstakes machines ban fails in Chicago City Council
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The City Council also took a vote on a proposal about sweepstakes machines.  Its a vote that could impact bars and restaurants across the city.   Bret Buganski is live at City Hall.

New videos released in killing of Chicago Police Officer Ella French
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**Warning: These videos contain content that some may find disturbing. Watch at your own discretion.** New videos connected to the death of Chicago Police Officer Ella French has been released by the Civilian Office of Police Accountability.

ComEd activates Command Center ahead of severe weather Wednesday
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ComEd is ramping up preparations for expected severe weather Wednesday, activating its Command Center and positioning crews and equipment across Illinois to respond to potential outages.

Chicago Pride Fest kicks off 25th anniversary this month
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Chicago Pride Fest is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Niko Drake of the Northalsted Business Alliance and drag performer Miss Toto stopped by Good Day Chicago to share all the details about this month’s festival.

LIVE | Severe weather moves to Central Illinois, Indiana
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Central Illinois and Indiana remain under threat of severe weather tonight, while the Chicago area has a low chance of thunderstorms this evening.

Aphasia Awareness Month: Inside the disorder that has changed the lives of celebrities
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Dr. Leora Cherney, founder and director of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Center for Aphasia Research, joins Good Day Chicago to break down aphasia and the latest research behind it.