AI tools may reflect Western values despite global use, professor says | ChicagoLIVE
A University of Puget Sound professor explains why AI tools may speak many languages fluently while still reflecting Western and American cultural assumptions beneath the surface.
A University of Puget Sound professor explains why AI tools may speak many languages fluently while still reflecting Western and American cultural assumptions beneath the surface.
Thousands of Chicago city workers owe millions in unpaid debt, report finds | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Sun-Times reporter Tim Novak breaks down new findings showing more than 12,000 city employees owe over $19 million to Chicago, raising questions about enforcement as the city faces budget pressure.
Chicago Sun-Times reporter Tim Novak breaks down new findings showing more than 12,000 city employees owe over $19 million to Chicago, raising questions about enforcement as the city faces budget pressure.
Lake Zurich High School investigates report of AI-generated explicit images of students
A suburban high school is investigating after students allegedly used artificial intelligence to create pornographic images, officials said.
A suburban high school is investigating after students allegedly used artificial intelligence to create pornographic images, officials said.
Addison teen accused of pointing gun with drum magazine, laser sight at mother and five kids
A 16-year-old boy from Addison is accused of illegally having a loaded gun equipped with a high-capacity drum magazine and a laser sight.
A 16-year-old boy from Addison is accused of illegally having a loaded gun equipped with a high-capacity drum magazine and a laser sight.
$3.2M in illegal steroids, hormones seized in Chicago air cargo bust
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Chicago seized more than $3 million worth of illegal human growth hormones and steroids during a series of air cargo inspections last month.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Chicago seized more than $3 million worth of illegal human growth hormones and steroids during a series of air cargo inspections last month.
Driver dies after crash involving bus in Oak Park
Police are investigating a crash and shooting in Oak Park that occurred Friday morning.
Police are investigating a crash and shooting in Oak Park that occurred Friday morning.
Video shows man trying to push stranger in front of train in Seattle
Disturbing video shows a man pushing a stranger toward a moving train in Seattle. Authorities say he’s now facing an attempted murder charge.
Disturbing video shows a man pushing a stranger toward a moving train in Seattle. Authorities say he’s now facing an attempted murder charge.
Drone footage leads to arrests in Chicago South Side train burglary
Two Chicago men are facing burglary charges after breaking into a railcar and tossing packages to the ground on the South Side, authorities said.
Two Chicago men are facing burglary charges after breaking into a railcar and tossing packages to the ground on the South Side, authorities said.
Lil Rel Howery offers relationship advice | ChicagoNOW
Lil Rel Howery is recently married and is ready to share some relationship advice with Gabby Premus and Tia Ewing on ChicagoNOW.
Lil Rel Howery is recently married and is ready to share some relationship advice with Gabby Premus and Tia Ewing on ChicagoNOW.
Lil Rel shares all on loss, humor, and upcoming projects | ChicagoNOW
From the West Side of Chicago to the biggest screens in Hollywood, Lil Rel Howery has never forgotten where he came from. He joins live in studio to talk more about his upcoming stand-up special that is focused around finding the humor after the loss of his father. He also teases an exciting upcoming project.
From the West Side of Chicago to the biggest screens in Hollywood, Lil Rel Howery has never forgotten where he came from. He joins live in studio to talk more about his upcoming stand-up special that is focused around finding the humor after the loss of his father. He also teases an exciting upcoming project.
Crews digging in Streeterville uncover artifacts tied to Chicago’s origins
A construction crew struck paydirt while digging the foundation for a new skyscraper, uncovering artifacts tied to Chicago’s origins.
A construction crew struck paydirt while digging the foundation for a new skyscraper, uncovering artifacts tied to Chicago’s origins.
Crews digging in Streeterville uncover artifacts tied to Chicago’s origins
A construction crew struck paydirt while digging the foundation for a new skyscraper, uncovering artifacts tied to Chicago’s origins.
A construction crew struck paydirt while digging the foundation for a new skyscraper, uncovering artifacts tied to Chicago’s origins.
$3.2M in illegal steroids, hormones seized in Chicago air cargo bust
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Chicago seized more than $3 million worth of illegal human growth hormones and steroids during a series of air cargo inspections last month.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Chicago seized more than $3 million worth of illegal human growth hormones and steroids during a series of air cargo inspections last month.
"Magic number" to comfortably retire just got bigger | ChicagoNOW
Americans now believe they need about $1.46 million to retire comfortably, according to a 2026 Northwestern Mutual survey. This “magic number” is a general planning guide, not a strict savings requirement. Gabby Premus and Tia Ewing discuss more.
Americans now believe they need about $1.46 million to retire comfortably, according to a 2026 Northwestern Mutual survey. This “magic number” is a general planning guide, not a strict savings requirement. Gabby Premus and Tia Ewing discuss more.
Chicago crime: Teen driver charged in stolen car crash that killed 15-year-old girl, hurt 2 others
A teenage boy has been charged in connection with a stolen car crash last month that left a 15-year-old passenger dead and injured two others on Chicago's Southwest Side.
A teenage boy has been charged in connection with a stolen car crash last month that left a 15-year-old passenger dead and injured two others on Chicago's Southwest Side.
Suburban Chicago mother gets maximum sentence in killing of 6-year-old son
Editor’s note: This story contains details that may be disturbing to some readers.
Editor’s note: This story contains details that may be disturbing to some readers.
McDonald's launching new value menu items | ChicagoNOW
McDonald's is launching new value deals, including items under $3, a $4 breakfast meal, and $5–$6 lunch/dinner meals starting later in April. These offers expand the McValue Menu introduced in early 2025, alongside existing Extra Value Meals. The updated value menu launches nationwide at participating locations on April 21, with rotating discounts like $1.50 Sausage McMuffins and $2.50 McDoubles.
McDonald's is launching new value deals, including items under $3, a $4 breakfast meal, and $5–$6 lunch/dinner meals starting later in April. These offers expand the McValue Menu introduced in early 2025, alongside existing Extra Value Meals. The updated value menu launches nationwide at participating locations on April 21, with rotating discounts like $1.50 Sausage McMuffins and $2.50 McDoubles.
Majority of Blake Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni dismissed | ChicagoNOW
One month before the case was supposed to go to trial, a federal judge has dismissed 10 of the 13 claims in Blake Lively's lawsuit. The judge has said that Lively can still pursue a portion of her lawsuit against Baldoni's production company.
One month before the case was supposed to go to trial, a federal judge has dismissed 10 of the 13 claims in Blake Lively's lawsuit. The judge has said that Lively can still pursue a portion of her lawsuit against Baldoni's production company.
Pilsen prepares for Stations of the Cross on Good Friday
There are several re-enactments of the Stations of the Cross happening across town this good friday, showing how Jesus was led to his Crucifixion.
There are several re-enactments of the Stations of the Cross happening across town this good friday, showing how Jesus was led to his Crucifixion.
Morgan Park High School band thrives with community support behind the scenes
Parents and educators at Morgan Park High School are working together to expand opportunities for student musicians, helping the “Band of Distinction” perform on big stages and prepare for future success.
Parents and educators at Morgan Park High School are working together to expand opportunities for student musicians, helping the “Band of Distinction” perform on big stages and prepare for future success.