Experts warn of mental health risks from AI chatbots | ChicagoLIVE
As AI chatbots grow in popularity, mental health experts urge caution.
As AI chatbots grow in popularity, mental health experts urge caution.
Monument Moment: Beardless Lincoln
A lesser-known Lincoln statue in Chicago’s Lincoln Square shows the future president clean-shaven, honoring his many pre-presidency visits to the city—before a young girl’s letter helped inspire the beard we all recognize today.
A lesser-known Lincoln statue in Chicago’s Lincoln Square shows the future president clean-shaven, honoring his many pre-presidency visits to the city—before a young girl’s letter helped inspire the beard we all recognize today.
Taste of Chicago returns in July as city unveils 2026 events calendar
Chicago got an early taste of summer with the unveil of the 2026 festival calendar.
Chicago got an early taste of summer with the unveil of the 2026 festival calendar.
Chicago CTA rider punched and robbed, police seek suspect
Chicago police are asking for help identifying a man accused of punching and robbing a CTA rider.
Chicago police are asking for help identifying a man accused of punching and robbing a CTA rider.
Chicago's Southeast Side residents renew push against PSI Quantum development
After the Chicago Board rejected a referendum request, Southeast Side residents say they are doubling down on efforts to give voters a say on the proposed PSI Quantum development.
After the Chicago Board rejected a referendum request, Southeast Side residents say they are doubling down on efforts to give voters a say on the proposed PSI Quantum development.
Chicago crossing guard praised after carrying child across flooded street | ChicagoNOW
A local crossing guard gained widespread attention when a news helicopter captured him carrying a child across an icy, flooded street.
A local crossing guard gained widespread attention when a news helicopter captured him carrying a child across an icy, flooded street.
Patrick Dempsey, Michael Imperioli discuss new FOX thriller ‘Memory of a Killer’ | ChicagoNOW
The new series Memory of a Killer follows a man juggling a secret life as a contract killer while battling early-onset Alzheimer’s. Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli talk about the series and what viewers can expect from its suspenseful twists.
The new series Memory of a Killer follows a man juggling a secret life as a contract killer while battling early-onset Alzheimer’s. Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli talk about the series and what viewers can expect from its suspenseful twists.
Survey tracks Americans' No-Spend January efforts | ChicagoNOW
Nerd Wallet’s Kimberly Palmer shares insights on No-Spend January 2026.
Nerd Wallet’s Kimberly Palmer shares insights on No-Spend January 2026.
Harry Caray’s to host Groundhog Day celebration honoring Harold Ramis | ChicagoNOW
Harry Caray’s at Navy Pier is celebrating Groundhog Day with a special tribute to Chicago-born filmmaker Harold Ramis.
Harry Caray’s at Navy Pier is celebrating Groundhog Day with a special tribute to Chicago-born filmmaker Harold Ramis.
Inside Truly Ghouly: Where books, masks and paintings get a spooky spin | ChicagoNOW
Robert Kelsey’s Truly Ghouly Workshop turns everyday items into art you won’t see anywhere else.
Robert Kelsey’s Truly Ghouly Workshop turns everyday items into art you won’t see anywhere else.
How close is Illinois to becoming tobacco-free? New report weighs in | ChicagoNOW
The American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” report shares Illinois’ progress in reducing tobacco use.
The American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” report shares Illinois’ progress in reducing tobacco use.
Eskarle La Cruz Romero: Young Chicago mother reported missing
Chicago police say they're searching for a young mom believed to be with her two children.
Chicago police say they're searching for a young mom believed to be with her two children.
Chicago-area man sentenced to 48 years for child sexual exploitation
A Park Forest man has been sentenced to 48 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting a minor and trafficking images of child sexual abuse.
A Park Forest man has been sentenced to 48 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting a minor and trafficking images of child sexual abuse.
Kinzie Chophouse serves up favorites for Chicago Restaurant Week
The iconic Chicago steakhouse highlights what keeps diners coming back and shares the special dishes they’re featuring for Restaurant Week.
The iconic Chicago steakhouse highlights what keeps diners coming back and shares the special dishes they’re featuring for Restaurant Week.
Fun things to do around Chicago this weekend
A staff writer from Secret Chicago breaks down the top weekend picks, from screen-free hangouts and competitive game bars to indoor shopping and Chicago Restaurant Week.
A staff writer from Secret Chicago breaks down the top weekend picks, from screen-free hangouts and competitive game bars to indoor shopping and Chicago Restaurant Week.
A sneak peek at the Chicago Boat Show
With frigid temperatures outside, the Discover Boating "Chicago Boat Show" in Rosemont offers a warm escape and a preview of sunny days ahead on Lake Michigan.
With frigid temperatures outside, the Discover Boating "Chicago Boat Show" in Rosemont offers a warm escape and a preview of sunny days ahead on Lake Michigan.
Man charged in Downers Grove apartment fire that killed pregnant woman due in court
A 19-year-old man is set to appear in court today for a detention hearing in connection with a Downers Grove apartment fire that killed a pregnant woman.
A 19-year-old man is set to appear in court today for a detention hearing in connection with a Downers Grove apartment fire that killed a pregnant woman.
Suburban man arrested days after woman shot in Chicago, police say
A suburban man is charged after Chicago police say a woman was shot while riding in a car on the city's West Side.
A suburban man is charged after Chicago police say a woman was shot while riding in a car on the city's West Side.
Stolen car crash leaves 2 critically hurt on Chicago's SW Side
Two teens were critically hurt after crashing a stolen car Wednesday morning in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
Two teens were critically hurt after crashing a stolen car Wednesday morning in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
2 severely hurt after crashing stolen car on Chicago's SW Side
Two teens were critically hurt after crashing a stolen car Wednesday morning in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
Two teens were critically hurt after crashing a stolen car Wednesday morning in the Marquette Park neighborhood.