Spooky “SOS” lights go viral — then the Plainfield mystery is solved | ChicagoNOW
Was someone secretly signaling for help? A Plainfield home with flashing lights sparked viral panic and plenty of TikTok theories. Police say the truth behind the “SOS” scare is far less sinister.
Was someone secretly signaling for help? A Plainfield home with flashing lights sparked viral panic and plenty of TikTok theories. Police say the truth behind the “SOS” scare is far less sinister.
Deli manager stole $92K from Chicago-area business: police
A deli manager at a suburban Chicago business has been charged with felony theft after allegedly stealing over $92,000 by voiding cash transactions.
A deli manager at a suburban Chicago business has been charged with felony theft after allegedly stealing over $92,000 by voiding cash transactions.
National Mentor Month: Chicago-area teachers honored for inspiring students
Two teachers share how mentoring transforms students’ lives and offer advice for anyone looking to make a positive impact during National Mentor Month.
Two teachers share how mentoring transforms students’ lives and offer advice for anyone looking to make a positive impact during National Mentor Month.
Suburban Chicago felon held in custody after loaded gun found during traffic stop, prosecutors say
Prosecutors said a suburban Chicago man will remain in custody after a traffic stop Saturday led to felony charges.
Prosecutors said a suburban Chicago man will remain in custody after a traffic stop Saturday led to felony charges.
Illinois man hacked Snapchat accounts to access nude photos, feds allege
An Illinois man tried to hack the Snapchat accounts of hundreds of women to steal their photos, federal prosecutors alleged.
An Illinois man tried to hack the Snapchat accounts of hundreds of women to steal their photos, federal prosecutors alleged.
Chicago suburb named Illinois' biggest 'boomtown' in new study
Thinking about relocating? A new study named a Chicago suburb as Illinois' top "boomtown."
Thinking about relocating? A new study named a Chicago suburb as Illinois' top "boomtown."
Plainfield Saints 9U team makes history with undefeated season, heads to nationals
After a perfect 8-0 season and multiple championship wins, the Plainfield Saints 9U Division 1 team joins us to celebrate their success, talk father-son coaching, and share how the community can help them reach nationals.
After a perfect 8-0 season and multiple championship wins, the Plainfield Saints 9U Division 1 team joins us to celebrate their success, talk father-son coaching, and share how the community can help them reach nationals.
DuPage County restaurant manager faces additional charges for allegedly exposing himself to female employees
A restaurant manager in Chicago's suburbs is facing additional charges for allegedly exposing himself to female employees ? one of them being a juvenile.
A restaurant manager in Chicago's suburbs is facing additional charges for allegedly exposing himself to female employees ? one of them being a juvenile.
Man kills wife before taking own life in Plainfield: police
A man fatally shot his wife before turning the gun on himself Monday morning in suburban Plainfield.
A man fatally shot his wife before turning the gun on himself Monday morning in suburban Plainfield.
Plainfield sensory playground opens in memory of Wadea al-Fayoume
A special playground dedication in Plainfield honored 6-year-old Wadea al-Fayoume who was brutally stabbed to death two years ago this October.
A special playground dedication in Plainfield honored 6-year-old Wadea al-Fayoume who was brutally stabbed to death two years ago this October.
Playground dedication to slain Palestinian boy
On this International Peace Day, a special playground dedication in Plainfield honoring a six-year-old Palestinian boy whose life was tragically cut short.
On this International Peace Day, a special playground dedication in Plainfield honoring a six-year-old Palestinian boy whose life was tragically cut short.
Plainfield couple sues Veterans Affairs for medical malpractice
The U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs is being sued by a Plainfield couple who accuses the department of medical malpractice.
The U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs is being sued by a Plainfield couple who accuses the department of medical malpractice.
Investigation launched after beloved Chicago boat captain killed in Lake Michigan
A homicide investigation is underway after a popular Chicago charter boat captain’s body was found over the weekend in Lake Michigan.
A homicide investigation is underway after a popular Chicago charter boat captain’s body was found over the weekend in Lake Michigan.
Illinois’ only F-5 tornado remembered 35 years after Plainfield disaster
Tuesday marks the 35th anniversary of the deadly F-5 tornado that ripped through Chicago’s southwest suburbs.
Tuesday marks the 35th anniversary of the deadly F-5 tornado that ripped through Chicago’s southwest suburbs.
Illinois? only F-5 tornado remembered 35 years after Plainfield disaster
Tuesday marks the 35th anniversary of the deadly F-5 tornado that ripped through Chicago?s southwest suburbs.
Tuesday marks the 35th anniversary of the deadly F-5 tornado that ripped through Chicago?s southwest suburbs.
Celebrating National Cheesechake Day with a Plainfield staple
Steve Buresh, owner of the Cheesecake Store in Plainfield, joins the show to delve into the glory of all things cheesecake.
Steve Buresh, owner of the Cheesecake Store in Plainfield, joins the show to delve into the glory of all things cheesecake.
Langston Britton: Chicago area teen drowns at church camp in Wisconsin
A 14-year-old boy from the Chicago area died last week at a Wisconsin church camp. Here's what we know.
A 14-year-old boy from the Chicago area died last week at a Wisconsin church camp. Here's what we know.
Jack in the Box returns to Chicago area after 40-year absence | ChicagoNOW
The first new Chicago area Jack in the Box location opened in Plainfield last week at 2101 Illinois Route 59. More locations are coming soon, including in Chicago and suburbs like Countryside, Tinley Park, New Lenox, Carol Stream, Lake in the Hills, and Naperville.
The first new Chicago area Jack in the Box location opened in Plainfield last week at 2101 Illinois Route 59. More locations are coming soon, including in Chicago and suburbs like Countryside, Tinley Park, New Lenox, Carol Stream, Lake in the Hills, and Naperville.
Jack in the Box's first Chicago-area location in decades opens
After 40 years, Jack in the Box is back in Chicagoland. Here's where the first new location just opened🍔🌮
After 40 years, Jack in the Box is back in Chicagoland. Here's where the first new location just opened🍔🌮
Targeted shooting in Plainfield prompts shelter-in-place alert
A targeted shooting at Settler’s Park in Plainfield prompted a shelter-in-place order Saturday night in the southwest suburb, officials said.
A targeted shooting at Settler’s Park in Plainfield prompted a shelter-in-place order Saturday night in the southwest suburb, officials said.



















