Chicago City Council got ‘limited’ help from agency to make budget decisions: report
The city agency provided inconsistent, and sometimes late, information to alders as they crafted their budgets, the report said.
The city agency provided inconsistent, and sometimes late, information to alders as they crafted their budgets, the report said.
Bears stadium plan includes property tax relief proposal | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois lawmakers are weighing a plan to keep the Bears from moving to Indiana by offering tax certainty and relief incentives.
Illinois lawmakers are weighing a plan to keep the Bears from moving to Indiana by offering tax certainty and relief incentives.
Chicago gang leader sentenced to life in prison
A leader of Chicago's Four Corner Hustlers gang was sentenced to life in federal prison for his role in a violent criminal enterprise that operated for decades on the West Side.
A leader of Chicago's Four Corner Hustlers gang was sentenced to life in federal prison for his role in a violent criminal enterprise that operated for decades on the West Side.
Bears stadium bill picks up momentum in Illinois
Illinois lawmakers are moving closer to a vote on a proposal to keep the Bears in Arlington Heights with added tax relief.
Illinois lawmakers are moving closer to a vote on a proposal to keep the Bears in Arlington Heights with added tax relief.
Explosion at Ottawa chemical plant leaves 2 workers injured
Two workers were injured in an explosion and fire at a chemical plant Tuesday morning in Ottawa, prompting a large emergency response and a temporary shelter-in-place order for nearby businesses.
Two workers were injured in an explosion and fire at a chemical plant Tuesday morning in Ottawa, prompting a large emergency response and a temporary shelter-in-place order for nearby businesses.
Jonathan Frakes and PanCAN PurpleStride | ChicagoNOW
It is a disease known as the world’s toughest cancer, with a five-year survival rate of just 13 percent. But this month, thousands of people across the country are stepping up to change those odds. PanCAN’s PurpleStride is a nationwide effort to fund breakthrough research and support families facing pancreatic cancer. Legendary actor and director, Jonathan Frakes, joins to share his personal connection and how people can get involved.
It is a disease known as the world’s toughest cancer, with a five-year survival rate of just 13 percent. But this month, thousands of people across the country are stepping up to change those odds. PanCAN’s PurpleStride is a nationwide effort to fund breakthrough research and support families facing pancreatic cancer. Legendary actor and director, Jonathan Frakes, joins to share his personal connection and how people can get involved.
Billy Donovan steps down as head coach: What's next for the Chicago Bulls?
Bulls head coach Billy Donovan has parted ways with the organization. What will the team's next coaching search hold?
Bulls head coach Billy Donovan has parted ways with the organization. What will the team's next coaching search hold?
Red Lobster brings back Endless Shrimp after bankruptcy claims | ChicagoNOW
Red Lobster is bringing back its popular Endless Shrimp promotion for a limited time starting April 20, 2026. The deal was removed in 2024 after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which led to about 130 restaurant closures.
Red Lobster is bringing back its popular Endless Shrimp promotion for a limited time starting April 20, 2026. The deal was removed in 2024 after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which led to about 130 restaurant closures.
Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down | ChicagoNOW
Apple announced that John Ternus will become CEO on September 1, while Tim Cook will move into the role of Executive Chairman. Jake Hamilton and Gabby Premus react to this news.
Apple announced that John Ternus will become CEO on September 1, while Tim Cook will move into the role of Executive Chairman. Jake Hamilton and Gabby Premus react to this news.
Can Matthew McConaughey survive Bear Grylls? | ChicagoNOW
Tonight, a brand-new series 'Bear Grylls is Running Wild' kicks off on FOX as Bear takes Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey through the rugged alpine terrain of Norway. Bear Grylls joins to share more.
Tonight, a brand-new series 'Bear Grylls is Running Wild' kicks off on FOX as Bear takes Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey through the rugged alpine terrain of Norway. Bear Grylls joins to share more.
Liverpool legend David James previews massive Soldier Field matchup vs Leeds | ChicagoNOW
Chicago is quickly becoming a premier destination for world-class soccer, and this summer, the energy at Soldier Field is going to be electric. On Aug. 2, two of England’s most storied rivals Liverpool FC and Leeds United will face off in Chicago as part of the TEG Sport Summer Soccer Series. Liverpool legend David James joins live in studio to share more.
Chicago is quickly becoming a premier destination for world-class soccer, and this summer, the energy at Soldier Field is going to be electric. On Aug. 2, two of England’s most storied rivals Liverpool FC and Leeds United will face off in Chicago as part of the TEG Sport Summer Soccer Series. Liverpool legend David James joins live in studio to share more.
Chicago crime: Person found shot to death in car on DuSable Lake Shore Drive
A person was found shot to death inside a car on DuSable Lake Shore Drive Tuesday morning on Chicago's South Side.
A person was found shot to death inside a car on DuSable Lake Shore Drive Tuesday morning on Chicago's South Side.
Boy, 16, charged with murder months after Chicago shooting
A teenage boy was charged with murder in connection with a shooting last October on Chicago's Southwest Side.
A teenage boy was charged with murder in connection with a shooting last October on Chicago's Southwest Side.
How K9 Lux stays safe: Inside Lake County Sheriff’s life-saving partnership
Deputy John Forlenza introduces police K9 Lux and explains how a partnership with Vested Interest in K9s Inc provides advanced body armor and vital community-supported protection for K9 officers.
Deputy John Forlenza introduces police K9 Lux and explains how a partnership with Vested Interest in K9s Inc provides advanced body armor and vital community-supported protection for K9 officers.
Sankofa Village Wellness Center hosts open house to highlight community health services
Leaders from the Sankofa Village Wellness Center discuss their West Garfield Park facility, its services and impact, as they invite the community to explore the center during a multi-day open house event.
Leaders from the Sankofa Village Wellness Center discuss their West Garfield Park facility, its services and impact, as they invite the community to explore the center during a multi-day open house event.
Surge in smash-and-grab burglaries raises concerns for Chicago businesses
G. Michael Verden breaks down why vehicle-driven smash-and-grab crimes may be increasing in Chicago and what business owners can do to better protect themselves.
G. Michael Verden breaks down why vehicle-driven smash-and-grab crimes may be increasing in Chicago and what business owners can do to better protect themselves.
Joseph 'Troubles' Matos: FBI ups reward for fugitive wanted in killing of National Guardsman
The FBI has increased the reward for information leading to the capture of a man wanted in connection with the murder of a National Guardsman nearly five years ago in Chicago.
The FBI has increased the reward for information leading to the capture of a man wanted in connection with the murder of a National Guardsman nearly five years ago in Chicago.
Chicago police recover guns, $280K in cash and make arrests in South Side raids
Two convicted felons were arrested and nine firearms were recovered during an investigation into stolen property linked to recent burglaries across the Chicago area.
Two convicted felons were arrested and nine firearms were recovered during an investigation into stolen property linked to recent burglaries across the Chicago area.
Chicago police search for suspects in Loop CTA train attack
Chicago police are searching for multiple people accused of attacking a CTA rider in the Loop.
Chicago police are searching for multiple people accused of attacking a CTA rider in the Loop.
Man allegedly fired shots at unoccupied CTA bus on Chicago's Southwest Side
Chicago police say a man is in custody after he fired shots at a parked CTA bus that was unoccupied on Monday.
Chicago police say a man is in custody after he fired shots at a parked CTA bus that was unoccupied on Monday.