CPS enrollment is dropping. Here’s why the real crisis is what happens next | ChicagoLIVE
New reporting raises concerns about a potential crisis facing Chicago Public Schools as enrollment shifts. The issue is not only fewer school-age children and fewer families choosing CPS. According to Kids First Chicago, the larger concern is that the city still lacks a concrete plan to support smaller schools and ensure students continue to have access to core classes, extracurriculars and advanced coursework.
New reporting raises concerns about a potential crisis facing Chicago Public Schools as enrollment shifts. The issue is not only fewer school-age children and fewer families choosing CPS. According to Kids First Chicago, the larger concern is that the city still lacks a concrete plan to support smaller schools and ensure students continue to have access to core classes, extracurriculars and advanced coursework.
Three people arrested after $4K Lululemon heist in West Loop: police
Three people have been arrested after allegedly stealing nearly $4,000 of Lululemon merchandise from a West Loop store on Friday, according to the Cook County Sheriff's office.
Three people have been arrested after allegedly stealing nearly $4,000 of Lululemon merchandise from a West Loop store on Friday, according to the Cook County Sheriff's office.
Why smoking rates are rising among Gen Z | ChicagoLIVE
A new nationwide report shows smoking rates are increasing among Gen Z, raising concerns among health advocates. Brian King of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids explains what’s driving the trend, how emerging products like e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches play a role and why experts say states need to act now to prevent long-term health impacts.
A new nationwide report shows smoking rates are increasing among Gen Z, raising concerns among health advocates. Brian King of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids explains what’s driving the trend, how emerging products like e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches play a role and why experts say states need to act now to prevent long-term health impacts.
Chicago man charged after stolen BMW crashes into state police squad car
A Chicago man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he ran a red light, struck another vehicle and crashed into an Illinois State Police squad car on the city’s South Side.
A Chicago man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he ran a red light, struck another vehicle and crashed into an Illinois State Police squad car on the city’s South Side.
Chicago doctor pleads not guilty in Ohio double killing of ex-wife, her husband
A Chicago doctor accused of killing his ex-wife and her dentist husband in their Columbus home pleaded not guilty Friday as the high-profile case advanced in an Ohio courtroom.
A Chicago doctor accused of killing his ex-wife and her dentist husband in their Columbus home pleaded not guilty Friday as the high-profile case advanced in an Ohio courtroom.
Chicago weather: Bitter cold grips region as snow chances return
Dangerous cold is settling over the Chicago area, with snow chances returning this weekend and bitter temperatures expected to linger into Monday.
Dangerous cold is settling over the Chicago area, with snow chances returning this weekend and bitter temperatures expected to linger into Monday.
Mouse Arts and Letters Club | ChicagoNOW
Mouse Arts and Letters Club is a new social club in Bridgeport that’s bringing writers, artists, and anyone in between under one roof. Co-founders Morley Musick and Blair Paddock join live in studio to share more about this new social club.
Mouse Arts and Letters Club is a new social club in Bridgeport that’s bringing writers, artists, and anyone in between under one roof. Co-founders Morley Musick and Blair Paddock join live in studio to share more about this new social club.
Giordano's announces M-V-Pizza for Derrick Rose jersey retirement ceremony | ChicagoNOW
Derrick Rose's jersey retirement ceremony is on Sunday and to honor the occasion Giordano's is offering a limited edition M-V-Pizza.
Derrick Rose's jersey retirement ceremony is on Sunday and to honor the occasion Giordano's is offering a limited edition M-V-Pizza.
Chicago police: Man shot in face while sitting in vehicle
A man was shot in the face while sitting in his vehicle in Chicago on Friday morning.
A man was shot in the face while sitting in his vehicle in Chicago on Friday morning.
Talking Beckham family drama & 'Sinners' Oscar nominations with Kenzie & Roman | ChicagoNOW
Kenzie & Roman join live in studio to dive into pop culture hot topics.
Kenzie & Roman join live in studio to dive into pop culture hot topics.
2 elderly siblings found dead during welfare check in Oak Lawn
Two elderly siblings were found dead with apparent gunshot wounds inside an Oak Lawn home Thursday afternoon during a police welfare check.
Two elderly siblings were found dead with apparent gunshot wounds inside an Oak Lawn home Thursday afternoon during a police welfare check.
ComEd readies crews as extreme cold raises risk of power outages
With dangerous cold gripping Chicagoland, ComEd says extra crews are on standby, offering guidance for homeowners on saving energy and what to do if power goes out.
With dangerous cold gripping Chicagoland, ComEd says extra crews are on standby, offering guidance for homeowners on saving energy and what to do if power goes out.
Lori Lightfoot's ICE accountability project | ChicagoNOW
Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot recently launched a project that aims to collect and publish videos of alleged abuses from ICE agents. She is urging people to submit evidence to her new website ReportICENow.com She joins via Zoom to share more about this project.
Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot recently launched a project that aims to collect and publish videos of alleged abuses from ICE agents. She is urging people to submit evidence to her new website ReportICENow.com She joins via Zoom to share more about this project.
Salvation Army opens 24/7 warming centers as dangerous cold grips Chicago
As dangerous cold grips Chicago, the Salvation Army is offering round-the-clock warming centers and street outreach to help people avoid deadly exposure.
As dangerous cold grips Chicago, the Salvation Army is offering round-the-clock warming centers and street outreach to help people avoid deadly exposure.
PROSPERA: a Sci-Fi retelling of Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' | ChicagoNOW
"PROSPERA" is a Sci-Fi retelling of Shakespeare's "The Tempest". Director and writer, Tiffany Keane, and performer, Stacey Lind, join live in studio to share more about this modern reimagining of a classic play.
"PROSPERA" is a Sci-Fi retelling of Shakespeare's "The Tempest". Director and writer, Tiffany Keane, and performer, Stacey Lind, join live in studio to share more about this modern reimagining of a classic play.
Stay human in an AI world | ChicagoNOW
Artificial intelligence is becoming more difficult to tell what is real and what isn't. A new book is taking a deeper dive into how we can live alongside technology, without letting it replace humanity. Author Jeff Burningham joins via zoom to share more on this topic.
Artificial intelligence is becoming more difficult to tell what is real and what isn't. A new book is taking a deeper dive into how we can live alongside technology, without letting it replace humanity. Author Jeff Burningham joins via zoom to share more on this topic.
Local nonprofit helps steer kitchens from processed foods | ChicagoNOW
It can be a challenge for institutional kitchens to cook sustainably and from scratch. A local nonprofit is on a mission to help teach kitchens how to steer away from processed food. Greg Christian joins live in studio to share more about the mission.
It can be a challenge for institutional kitchens to cook sustainably and from scratch. A local nonprofit is on a mission to help teach kitchens how to steer away from processed food. Greg Christian joins live in studio to share more about the mission.
Colorectal cancer is now leading cancer death in younger people | ChicagoNOW
A new analysis says colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. for those under 50. Dr. Salina Lee with Rush University Medical joins to share insight on how to screen and test for this cancer.
A new analysis says colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. for those under 50. Dr. Salina Lee with Rush University Medical joins to share insight on how to screen and test for this cancer.
Boy, 15, charged in 2024 carjacking on Chicago's Near West Side
A 15-year-old boy was charged in connection with an armed carjacking that happened over a year ago on Chicago's Near West Side.
A 15-year-old boy was charged in connection with an armed carjacking that happened over a year ago on Chicago's Near West Side.
Dangerous cold triggers flight cancelations at O’Hare, more expected this weekend
Extreme cold and a major winter storm are disrupting air travel nationwide, with dozens of cancelations already at Chicago airports and more than 1,400 U.S. flights preemptively grounded ahead of snow and ice.
Extreme cold and a major winter storm are disrupting air travel nationwide, with dozens of cancelations already at Chicago airports and more than 1,400 U.S. flights preemptively grounded ahead of snow and ice.