Cook County

The Village of Arlington Heights hosted a press conference Friday morning to urge Illinois lawmakers to approve a Mega Project Bill, which will help support large-scare developments in the state, including the Bears' development at Arlington Park.

NASA is getting ready to roll out the Artemis II rocket to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center, marking another major step toward returning humans to the Moon. Artemis II Lunar Science Lead Dr. Kelsey Young joins ChicagoLIVE to explain what this rollout means, what makes Artemis II different from past missions, and how this mission moves NASA closer to sustained lunar exploration.

Scott Burnstein of The Gangster Report joined ChicagoLIVE to break down the expanding federal gambling case involving former NBA players, illegal high-stakes poker games, and possible sports manipulation. Burnstein explains why investigators believe this case shows signs of organized crime involvement — and why prosecutors say it may only be the beginning.

Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, comedian turned actor DeRay Davis is back home and performing this weekend at the Chicago Improv in Schaumburg.

DJ and producer ALLEYCVT, from Northern Virginia, is known for blending heavy bass drops with pop vocals, and she is bringing that sound to Chicago. She joins us to talk about her music and the launch of her 9 LIVES headline tour, which kicks off January 16 and 17 at Concord Music Hall. 

Village and state leaders held a press conference on Friday, urging approval of a Mega Project Bill aimed at supporting large-scale developments, including the Chicago Bears’ proposed project at Arlington Park.

The Chicago Bears are preparing to take on the Los Angeles Rams at Soldier Field, but can they pull off another fourth quarter comeback? Before kickoff, we talk with Mark Carman from the CHGO Sports podcast, who explains why he believes the Rams may be too strong for a late Bears comeback.

Most wanted fugitive Antonio Stigler has been arrested in the Chicago area, the FBI confirmed Friday.

New lawsuits have been filed against Roblox, including a federal case brought by a Cook County father alleging child exploitation on the platform. Attorney Jamie Powers discusses the claims, how predators allegedly target children online, and why these cases are drawing national attention to online safety and platform responsibility.

Local speedskater Sarah Warren has made the US Olympic speedskating team after some serious injuries and multiple surgeries. She joins via zoom to breakdown her journey and share more about this accomplishment.

“Innocent people are getting killed,” says an attorney representing the family of Renee Good. The family is represented by Antonio M. Romanucci, Founding Partner of Romanucci & Blandin, along with a team of attorneys and co-counsel. The legal team has announced plans to conduct a civil investigation, emphasizing that transparency is essential in this case of national importance.

U.S. Rep Mike Quigley (D) Illinois is planning on introducing an amendment to the FY26 Homeland Security Appropriations bill. He joins via zoom to break down the new amendment. 

Former Chicago Bears defensive end, Israel Idonije, joins via zoom to give insight on what the Bears need to do to beat the Rams this weekend.

Chicago Bears fans are feeling good ahead of this Sunday's playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams.

A 17-year-old was arrested in New York on Thursday in connection with the fatal shooting of a Morton East High School student.