Chicago bicyclist killed in hit-and-run crash identified
A bicyclist who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Chicago's Southwest Side has been identified as police search for the driver.
A bicyclist who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Chicago's Southwest Side has been identified as police search for the driver.
Gun rights for some felons could be restored by federal program | ChicagoLIVE
Barton Morris, an attorney, joined us to talk about a new federal program that could lead to some individuals with non-violent felonies on their record getting back their right to own a gun.
Barton Morris, an attorney, joined us to talk about a new federal program that could lead to some individuals with non-violent felonies on their record getting back their right to own a gun.
Lake County Sheriff's Office investigating AI crimes | ChicagoLIVE
AI crimes are on the rise and the Lake County Sheriff's Office says it is investigating AI-related crimes. This comes after an incident involving AI-generated explicit images at Lake Zurich High School last week.
AI crimes are on the rise and the Lake County Sheriff's Office says it is investigating AI-related crimes. This comes after an incident involving AI-generated explicit images at Lake Zurich High School last week.
White Sox move Tuesday game earlier due to cold weather
Anticipating one of the coldest days of the week, the Chicago White Sox have moved up the start time for Tuesday’s game.
Anticipating one of the coldest days of the week, the Chicago White Sox have moved up the start time for Tuesday’s game.
4 charged with fleeing police in separate Chicago-area incidents
DuPage County authorities have charged four people in separate incidents with aggravated fleeing and eluding police.
DuPage County authorities have charged four people in separate incidents with aggravated fleeing and eluding police.
Woman, 76, found dead in Oak Lawn; person of interest identified
An investigation has been launched after a 76-year-old woman was found dead inside a residence Sunday afternoon in suburban Oak Lawn.
An investigation has been launched after a 76-year-old woman was found dead inside a residence Sunday afternoon in suburban Oak Lawn.
5 hurt, including two Cicero officers in police chase of burglary suspects
Two police officers tracking burglary suspects were injured in a crash early Monday in Chicago's west suburbs.
Two police officers tracking burglary suspects were injured in a crash early Monday in Chicago's west suburbs.
Bakery responds to messages of concern after April Fool's joke | ChicagoNOW
Detroit’s Homestead Kitchen Artisan Cakery shared an AI-generated, unsettling lamb-shaped cake for Easter on April Fools’ Day, featuring bulging eyes and crooked teeth. Some viewers expressed concern, prompting the bakery to clarify the post was a prank and share a photo of their real lamb cake. The owner acknowledged the joke caused commotion but noted it inspired ideas for new, whimsical cake designs for customers with a sense of humor.
Detroit’s Homestead Kitchen Artisan Cakery shared an AI-generated, unsettling lamb-shaped cake for Easter on April Fools’ Day, featuring bulging eyes and crooked teeth. Some viewers expressed concern, prompting the bakery to clarify the post was a prank and share a photo of their real lamb cake. The owner acknowledged the joke caused commotion but noted it inspired ideas for new, whimsical cake designs for customers with a sense of humor.
Costco's hot dog deal inspires a bourbon | ChicagoNOW
Costco’s $1.50 hot dog deal inspired a limited-edition single-barrel bourbon called “I Got That Dog In Me”, sold for $85.99 and quickly sold out at the Washington, DC store. The bourbon is 126-proof (63.05% alcohol) and bottled by Rare Character Whiskey Co. in Lexington, Kentucky.
Costco’s $1.50 hot dog deal inspired a limited-edition single-barrel bourbon called “I Got That Dog In Me”, sold for $85.99 and quickly sold out at the Washington, DC store. The bourbon is 126-proof (63.05% alcohol) and bottled by Rare Character Whiskey Co. in Lexington, Kentucky.
Why retailers are rushing back to downtown Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Retail and grocery activity in downtown Chicago is starting to evolve into a new chapter of success, after setbacks caused by the COVID pandemic. Walter Wahlfeldt, Managing Director, Retail Corporate Services & Midwest Retail Lead at JLL joins via zoom to share more.
Retail and grocery activity in downtown Chicago is starting to evolve into a new chapter of success, after setbacks caused by the COVID pandemic. Walter Wahlfeldt, Managing Director, Retail Corporate Services & Midwest Retail Lead at JLL joins via zoom to share more.
NASA shares the Artemis II food menu—and it may surprise you | ChciagoNOW
The Artemis II mission, launched April 1, 2026, marks NASA’s first manned journey to orbit the moon since 1972, lasting 10 days. NASA released the mission’s food menu, featuring 189 unique items, showing a major upgrade from classic space fare like astronaut ice cream. Social media reactions were mostly impressed, with users noting the menu’s “gourmet” quality and variety, though some were underwhelmed by prepackaged meals.
The Artemis II mission, launched April 1, 2026, marks NASA’s first manned journey to orbit the moon since 1972, lasting 10 days. NASA released the mission’s food menu, featuring 189 unique items, showing a major upgrade from classic space fare like astronaut ice cream. Social media reactions were mostly impressed, with users noting the menu’s “gourmet” quality and variety, though some were underwhelmed by prepackaged meals.
Local MMA fighter Valanti "300" Atsas gets big break at an Elite Fight Night | ChicagoNOW
Local MMA fighter Valanti “300” Atsas is getting his big break this weekend at an “Elite Fight Night” event that you can catch on on Fox Chicago+. He joins live in studio to talk more about this opportunity.
Local MMA fighter Valanti “300” Atsas is getting his big break this weekend at an “Elite Fight Night” event that you can catch on on Fox Chicago+. He joins live in studio to talk more about this opportunity.
Taylor Frankie Paul's ex, Dakota Mortensen, edited out of Vanderpump Villa | ChicagoNOW
Disney canceled Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of The Bachelorette, and her ex Dakota Mortensen is also being cut from upcoming TV content. Anthony Ponce and Gabby Premus discuss more.
Disney canceled Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of The Bachelorette, and her ex Dakota Mortensen is also being cut from upcoming TV content. Anthony Ponce and Gabby Premus discuss more.
Cicero crash: 5 hurt, including two officers in police chase of burglary suspects
Two police officers tracking burglary suspects were injured in a crash early Monday in Chicago's west suburbs.
Two police officers tracking burglary suspects were injured in a crash early Monday in Chicago's west suburbs.
Chicago teen cyclist killed in hit-and-run; driver still being sought
A bicyclist who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Chicago's Southwest Side has been identified as police search for the driver.
A bicyclist who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Chicago's Southwest Side has been identified as police search for the driver.
Metra begins requiring some Chicago riders to show tickets before boarding trains
Metra is changing how some riders board trains starting today.
Metra is changing how some riders board trains starting today.
Lawsuit over fatal CPD shooting of Adam Toledo goes to trial
A wrongful death lawsuit filed in the 2021 police killing of Adam Toledo is expected to go to a jury trial on Monday.
A wrongful death lawsuit filed in the 2021 police killing of Adam Toledo is expected to go to a jury trial on Monday.
Metra begins requiring some Chicago riders to show tickets before boarding trains
Metra is changing how some riders board trains starting today.
Metra is changing how some riders board trains starting today.
Two officers hurt in Cicero crash, investigation shuts down busy intersection
Two police officers were injured in a crash early Monday in Chicago's west suburbs.
Two police officers were injured in a crash early Monday in Chicago's west suburbs.
Lawsuit over fatal 2021 Chicago police shooting of Adam Toledo goes to trial
A wrongful death lawsuit filed in the 2021 police killing of Adam Toledo is expected to go to a jury trial on Monday.
A wrongful death lawsuit filed in the 2021 police killing of Adam Toledo is expected to go to a jury trial on Monday.