IL Gov. JB Pritzker visited Aroma Park after tornado rips through
Governor Pritzker tours the damage on the Illinois side offering kind words to those just starting the road to recovery. Illinois will request federal funds to cover damages.
Governor Pritzker tours the damage on the Illinois side offering kind words to those just starting the road to recovery. Illinois will request federal funds to cover damages.
Third death has been confirmed in Aroma Park tornado
As another person is dead from the tornado outbreak in Aroma Park.
As another person is dead from the tornado outbreak in Aroma Park.
Push grows for special prosecutor after Operation Midway Blitz
A group led by civil rights law firm Loevy and Loevy asked a Cook County judge Thursday to bring in a special prosecutor to investigate federal agents after a large immigration operation in Chicago last fall.
A group led by civil rights law firm Loevy and Loevy asked a Cook County judge Thursday to bring in a special prosecutor to investigate federal agents after a large immigration operation in Chicago last fall.
Victim, gunman dead in Old Dominion University shooting in Virginia
A victim and gunman are dead after a shooting on the campus of Old Dominion University. Two other victims were hurt-- they are stable.
A victim and gunman are dead after a shooting on the campus of Old Dominion University. Two other victims were hurt-- they are stable.
Family seeks answers after man fatally shot by Chicago police in Humboldt Park
A neighborhood barbecue on Chicago’s Northwest Side turned tragic when police shot and killed 41-year-old Derek Jordan in the Humboldt Park area.
A neighborhood barbecue on Chicago’s Northwest Side turned tragic when police shot and killed 41-year-old Derek Jordan in the Humboldt Park area.
Family of man killed by police demands accountability in Humboldt Park
The Civilian Office of Police accountability is investigating a deadly police shooting in Humboldt Park. Police say they tried to stop a car they say was linked to an earlier expressway shooting. Tia Ewing is back from speaking with the family.
The Civilian Office of Police accountability is investigating a deadly police shooting in Humboldt Park. Police say they tried to stop a car they say was linked to an earlier expressway shooting. Tia Ewing is back from speaking with the family.
Expert talks about security after Michigan synagogue attack
Near Detroit, a person is dead after ramming a vehicle into a synagogue. Security shot at the vehicle, but it is not clear if their gunfire killed the suspect. That's because the truck caught fire, and the suspect's body was found badly burned inside. Synagogues around the world have been on alert and ramping up security since the war on Iran started. Joining us to talk about what happened today and security precautions is former Secret Service agent G. Michael Verden, founder of the Lake Forest Group.
Near Detroit, a person is dead after ramming a vehicle into a synagogue. Security shot at the vehicle, but it is not clear if their gunfire killed the suspect. That's because the truck caught fire, and the suspect's body was found badly burned inside. Synagogues around the world have been on alert and ramping up security since the war on Iran started. Joining us to talk about what happened today and security precautions is former Secret Service agent G. Michael Verden, founder of the Lake Forest Group.
Chicago coalition calls for special prosecutor to target ICE
A Chicago coalition is asking a judge to appoint a special prosecutor. They want an independent investigation into federal agents and their use of force during Operation Midway Blitz.
A Chicago coalition is asking a judge to appoint a special prosecutor. They want an independent investigation into federal agents and their use of force during Operation Midway Blitz.
Chicago South Side congressional primary draws millions in dark money
With four days until the primary, outside groups have spent at least $7 million trying to influence the race to replace Congresswoman Robin Kelly. Big-money interests tied to Israel, AI and cryptocurrency are backing — or targeting — the leading candidates as the contest heads into its final stretch.
With four days until the primary, outside groups have spent at least $7 million trying to influence the race to replace Congresswoman Robin Kelly. Big-money interests tied to Israel, AI and cryptocurrency are backing — or targeting — the leading candidates as the contest heads into its final stretch.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker tours tornado damage in Kankakee
It's been two days since powerful storms tore through Indiana and Illinois, and now the governors of both states have come out to see the damage for themselves. There’s still a lot to clean up and a lot of questions. Let's start over in Kankakee with Bret Buganski.
It's been two days since powerful storms tore through Indiana and Illinois, and now the governors of both states have come out to see the damage for themselves. There’s still a lot to clean up and a lot of questions. Let's start over in Kankakee with Bret Buganski.
Sunny Naqvi vs. DHS: Sorting fact from fiction in O’Hare ICE case | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago Tribune’s Alice Yin joins us to discuss the conflicting reports surrounding Sunny Naqvi, the Skokie woman who says she was held by ICE for nearly 48 hours.
Chicago Tribune’s Alice Yin joins us to discuss the conflicting reports surrounding Sunny Naqvi, the Skokie woman who says she was held by ICE for nearly 48 hours.
Gov. Pritzker visits Kankakee, surveys damage after EF-3 tornado
Gov. Pritzker visited Kankakee on Thursday after the area was struck by an EF-3 tornado, leaving behind widespread damage.
Gov. Pritzker visited Kankakee on Thursday after the area was struck by an EF-3 tornado, leaving behind widespread damage.
High-speed pursuit ends in arrests of three men in Chicago suburb
Three men have been charged after leading police on a high-speed chase into Kane County on Wednesday, according to the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office.
Three men have been charged after leading police on a high-speed chase into Kane County on Wednesday, according to the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office.
Rhymefest on Jesse Jackson song "I AM" released after 10 years | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Che "Rhymefest" Smith joins us to discuss the newly released track "I AM," featuring the iconic voice of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Recorded nearly a decade ago, the song serves as a powerful musical tribute to the Reverend’s lasting legacy.
Dr. Che "Rhymefest" Smith joins us to discuss the newly released track "I AM," featuring the iconic voice of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Recorded nearly a decade ago, the song serves as a powerful musical tribute to the Reverend’s lasting legacy.
Chicago’s 20,000-lb corned beef craze, South Side parade tips & a massive brewery merger | Block Club Chicago
St. Patrick’s Day is taking over Chicago! We’re checking in with Block Club Chicago on the Beverly grocery store prepping a staggering 20,000 pounds of corned beef for the South Side Irish Parade. We also meet the "Traffic Cop" who has kept the parade floats in line for 40 years and get expert tips on surviving the neighborhood house parties.
St. Patrick’s Day is taking over Chicago! We’re checking in with Block Club Chicago on the Beverly grocery store prepping a staggering 20,000 pounds of corned beef for the South Side Irish Parade. We also meet the "Traffic Cop" who has kept the parade floats in line for 40 years and get expert tips on surviving the neighborhood house parties.
Top 10 teen cool brands of 2026: Nike, TikTok and more | ChicagoNOW
What makes a brand "cool" in 2026? We’re sitting down with MaryLeigh Bliss, Chief Content Officer at YPulse, to break down their latest Cool Brands 2026 report.
What makes a brand "cool" in 2026? We’re sitting down with MaryLeigh Bliss, Chief Content Officer at YPulse, to break down their latest Cool Brands 2026 report.
Who wore it better: Tia Ewing or Sesame Street's Rosita? | ChicagoNOW
Some say it’s a chic blue frill dress—others say it’s giving major Rosita from Sesame Street vibes. We’ll let you decide: Who wore the blue fringes better?
Some say it’s a chic blue frill dress—others say it’s giving major Rosita from Sesame Street vibes. We’ll let you decide: Who wore the blue fringes better?
Bill Kurtis reflects on career, talks about new memoir
Legendary broadcaster Bill Kurtis discusses stepping away from Wait Wait... Don’t Tell Me! after 12 years and talks about his new memoir Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News and more than six decades in journalism.
Legendary broadcaster Bill Kurtis discusses stepping away from Wait Wait... Don’t Tell Me! after 12 years and talks about his new memoir Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News and more than six decades in journalism.
Illinois Lottery player wins $536 million Mega Millions jackpot
An Illinois Lottery player just won $536 million in Tuesday night's Mega Millions draw.
An Illinois Lottery player just won $536 million in Tuesday night's Mega Millions draw.
Former Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard eyes political comeback as a Republican in Georgia
Tiffany Henyard is running for a seat in Georgia as a Republican after relocating to the area following her scandal-plagued tenure in office.
Tiffany Henyard is running for a seat in Georgia as a Republican after relocating to the area following her scandal-plagued tenure in office.