Andersonville breaks ground on new pedestrian plaza named after transgender rights activist Elise Malary
Andersonville is set to receive its first-ever pedestrian plaza, named after transgender rights activist Elise Malary, whose body was found in Lake Michigan in 2022.
Andersonville is set to receive its first-ever pedestrian plaza, named after transgender rights activist Elise Malary, whose body was found in Lake Michigan in 2022.
Man charged after hidden camera found in New Lenox church restroom: police
A Frankfort man has been charged after recording in the bathroom of a New Lenox church, according to police.
A Frankfort man has been charged after recording in the bathroom of a New Lenox church, according to police.
Speeches, songs and celebrities mark grand opening of Obama Presidential Center
The grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center was punctuated by a pair of powerful speeches by Barack and Michele Obama.
The grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center was punctuated by a pair of powerful speeches by Barack and Michele Obama.
Man accused of burning cross in Chicago's Grant Park released from custody
A 21-year-old man has been charged after burning a cross in Grant Park last week, according to Chicago Police.
A 21-year-old man has been charged after burning a cross in Grant Park last week, according to Chicago Police.
How the Naperville Dad Network is helping fathers find community | ChicagoLIVE
With about 3,000 dads, Naperville Dad Network has become a great way for Chicagoland fathers to build community. Founder Chad Vargo discusses how this collective got started.
With about 3,000 dads, Naperville Dad Network has become a great way for Chicagoland fathers to build community. Founder Chad Vargo discusses how this collective got started.
New University of Chicago study links CPS school closures to increased shootings | ChicagoLIVE
Researchers have found a link between increased shootings near closed Chicago Public Schools on the city’s South and West sides. Thomas Statchen joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the study’s findings.
Researchers have found a link between increased shootings near closed Chicago Public Schools on the city’s South and West sides. Thomas Statchen joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the study’s findings.
Barack Obama full speech at opening of Obama Presidential Center
Former President Barack Obama delivering a half-hour-long speech on Thursday to mark the opening of his new presidential center on Chicago's South Side.
Former President Barack Obama delivering a half-hour-long speech on Thursday to mark the opening of his new presidential center on Chicago's South Side.
How to protect your animals from screwworm parasites | ChicagoLIVE
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
Looking for alcohol alternatives? New Illinois hemp regulations may make it difficult | ChicagoLIVE
Gov. JB Pritzker recently signed new hemp regulations in Illinois. Delta Beverages' Chief strategy officer David Thomas discusses how this may make a negative impact on the cannabis industry.
Gov. JB Pritzker recently signed new hemp regulations in Illinois. Delta Beverages' Chief strategy officer David Thomas discusses how this may make a negative impact on the cannabis industry.
Chicago's social media tax is surpassing expectations, raising $16.4M in its first 4 months | ChicagoLIVE
Mayor Brandon Johnson is celebrating an early win as Chicago’s new social media tax has generated $16.4 million in just four months since its launch. Jung Yoon, chief of policy for Mayor Johnson, breaks down its immediate success.
Mayor Brandon Johnson is celebrating an early win as Chicago’s new social media tax has generated $16.4 million in just four months since its launch. Jung Yoon, chief of policy for Mayor Johnson, breaks down its immediate success.
Stevie Wonder tells story of meeting Barack Obama for the first time
At the end of the Obama Presidential Center grand opening, Stevie Wonder talks about meeting Barack Obama for the first time.
At the end of the Obama Presidential Center grand opening, Stevie Wonder talks about meeting Barack Obama for the first time.
Obama revisits Declaration of Independence, calls out ‘no kings’ principle
Former President Barack Obama reflects on the Declaration of Independence, emphasizing the idea that all people are created equal and that America is governed by citizens, not kings, as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.
Former President Barack Obama reflects on the Declaration of Independence, emphasizing the idea that all people are created equal and that America is governed by citizens, not kings, as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.
FULL SPEECH: Barack Obama christens new presidential center with stirring speech
Former President Barack Obama delivered remarks Thursday at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center on Chicago's South Side
Former President Barack Obama delivered remarks Thursday at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center on Chicago's South Side
Chicago weather: Near-perfect Friday ahead before weekend rain chances return
Chicagoland is heading into a beautiful Friday, but rain and storm chances return for the weekend. Here's the latest forecast.
Chicagoland is heading into a beautiful Friday, but rain and storm chances return for the weekend. Here's the latest forecast.
Michelle Obama’s praises move Barack Obama to tears during reflection on presidency
Michelle Obama honors her husband's White House legacy in moving tribute.
Michelle Obama honors her husband's White House legacy in moving tribute.
Missing child, 7, found dead in Chicago-area pond
A 7-year-old child died Wednesday evening after being pulled unresponsive from a neighborhood retention pond in Lake in the Hills.
A 7-year-old child died Wednesday evening after being pulled unresponsive from a neighborhood retention pond in Lake in the Hills.
35 things to do in Chicago Juneteenth Weekend
Chicago is packed June 19-21 with major events including the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, Black Yacht Weekend, Chicago Pride Fest, Taste of Randolph, the Gold Coast Art Fair and a slate of Juneteenth celebrations.
Chicago is packed June 19-21 with major events including the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, Black Yacht Weekend, Chicago Pride Fest, Taste of Randolph, the Gold Coast Art Fair and a slate of Juneteenth celebrations.
Full remarks: Michelle Obama delivers tear-jerking speech at grand opening of Obama Center
Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered an emotional speech at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered an emotional speech at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
'How y'all like my tan suit?': Longtime friend pokes fun at Obamas over viral fashion choice
Obama Foundation Board Chair Martin Nesbitt speaks on his joy for longtime friends Barack and Michelle Obama, along with his thoughts on the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Obama Foundation Board Chair Martin Nesbitt speaks on his joy for longtime friends Barack and Michelle Obama, along with his thoughts on the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
John Legend recalls meeting Obama before his presidential run
John Legend reflected on meeting Barack Obama nearly 20 years ago, sharing a story from before Obama launched his historic run for president.
John Legend reflected on meeting Barack Obama nearly 20 years ago, sharing a story from before Obama launched his historic run for president.