Pokémon fossils are coming to Chicago! | ChicagoLIVE
It’s officially International Pokémon Day! As the franchise enters its 30th anniversary year, Chicago is becoming a major hub for fans of all ages. We speak with Janet Hong, Project Manager at the Field Museum, to discuss the groundbreaking "Pokémon Fossil Museum" exhibition opening Memorial Day weekend.
It’s officially International Pokémon Day! As the franchise enters its 30th anniversary year, Chicago is becoming a major hub for fans of all ages. We speak with Janet Hong, Project Manager at the Field Museum, to discuss the groundbreaking "Pokémon Fossil Museum" exhibition opening Memorial Day weekend.
Parolee wearing GPS monitor charged after attempted car burglary in Evanston: police
A 21-year-old with a GPS monitoring device has been charged after an attempted car burglary investigation, according to Evanston police.
A 21-year-old with a GPS monitoring device has been charged after an attempted car burglary investigation, according to Evanston police.
8 suspects sought in Blue Line robbery, beating in the Loop: police
Chicago police are searching for eight suspects who robbed and beat a victim at the Blue Line Jackson station earlier this month.
Chicago police are searching for eight suspects who robbed and beat a victim at the Blue Line Jackson station earlier this month.
Daylight shooting leaves man in critical condition on South Side: police
A shooting in broad daylight on Chicago's South Side has left a man in critical condition, police said.
A shooting in broad daylight on Chicago's South Side has left a man in critical condition, police said.
Free parking ends at Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont
Free parking is gone at Fashion Outlets of Chicago. Here’s what shoppers will now pay.
Free parking is gone at Fashion Outlets of Chicago. Here’s what shoppers will now pay.
Historic Roseland cathedral with ties to Barack Obama | Monument Moment
As Black History Month wraps up, this week’s Monument Moment spotlights a more than 130-year-old cathedral in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood near Pullman—once home to a young community organizer, Barack Obama—that has endured a devastating fire and even a change in denomination over its long history.
As Black History Month wraps up, this week’s Monument Moment spotlights a more than 130-year-old cathedral in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood near Pullman—once home to a young community organizer, Barack Obama—that has endured a devastating fire and even a change in denomination over its long history.
Sheriff's dept. to limit updates to public in Nancy Guthrie case
The Pima County Sheriff's Dept. says it will limit public updates in the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. The FBI also says it has moved some of its Guthrie operations to its Phoenix office.
The Pima County Sheriff's Dept. says it will limit public updates in the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. The FBI also says it has moved some of its Guthrie operations to its Phoenix office.
Chicagoans say final goodbyes to Rev. Jesse Jackson
City of Chicago says final goodbyes to Rev. Jesse Jackson on Friday during his memorial services.
City of Chicago says final goodbyes to Rev. Jesse Jackson on Friday during his memorial services.
Ian Lara at Zanies Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Named one of Variety’s “Comics to Watch” in 2023, Ian is a favorite at The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon with 5 appearances and counting. Ian is performing at Zanies Chicago and joins live in studio.
Named one of Variety’s “Comics to Watch” in 2023, Ian is a favorite at The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon with 5 appearances and counting. Ian is performing at Zanies Chicago and joins live in studio.
Battling food desert: Forty Acres Fresh Market
When faced with a food desert and inconvenient shopping options in the Austin neighborhood, one person tackled the issue head on. Founder of Forty Acres Fresh Market, Elizabeth Abunaw, joins live in studio to share more.
When faced with a food desert and inconvenient shopping options in the Austin neighborhood, one person tackled the issue head on. Founder of Forty Acres Fresh Market, Elizabeth Abunaw, joins live in studio to share more.
Local man goes viral as "the programmer" | ChicagoNOW
He’s been “programming” people all around the city, and now he’s going viral for it. Julius Mondragon, also known as "the programmer", joins live in studio to share more about his recent claim to fame.
He’s been “programming” people all around the city, and now he’s going viral for it. Julius Mondragon, also known as "the programmer", joins live in studio to share more about his recent claim to fame.
Chicago man convicted of sex trafficking teenage girl at suburban motel
A Chicago man faces up to life in prison after a jury convicted him of sex trafficking a 15-year-old girl at a suburban motel in 2023, federal prosecutors said.
A Chicago man faces up to life in prison after a jury convicted him of sex trafficking a 15-year-old girl at a suburban motel in 2023, federal prosecutors said.
Spotify's 100 greatest pop songs of the streaming era | ChicagoNOW
Spotify has announced the top 100 pop songs of the streaming era (2015-2026). ChicagoNOW hosts, Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus, react to the top 10 songs on the list.
Spotify has announced the top 100 pop songs of the streaming era (2015-2026). ChicagoNOW hosts, Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus, react to the top 10 songs on the list.
Chicago man charged in November robbery, murders of father and son
A Chicago man has been charged in connection with a robbery and deadly shooting of a father and son in November, according to police.
A Chicago man has been charged in connection with a robbery and deadly shooting of a father and son in November, according to police.
T.I. and 50 Cent's feud is so viral police are getting calls | ChicagoNOW
The 2026 T.I. and 50 Cent feud erupted after T.I. accused 50 Cent of backing out of a promised Verzuz battle, leading to personal online attacks involving family members. T.I. released multiple diss tracks ("War," "Right One," "What a Bully") while 50 Cent retaliated with now-deleted Instagram posts mocking T.I.'s wife and son.
The 2026 T.I. and 50 Cent feud erupted after T.I. accused 50 Cent of backing out of a promised Verzuz battle, leading to personal online attacks involving family members. T.I. released multiple diss tracks ("War," "Right One," "What a Bully") while 50 Cent retaliated with now-deleted Instagram posts mocking T.I.'s wife and son.
Rosemont restaurant week | ChicagoNOW
Rosemont Restaurant Week is scheduled to return Sunday, March 1 through Saturday, March 7. Owner of Carlucci Rosemont, Graziano Berto, joins to share more.
Rosemont Restaurant Week is scheduled to return Sunday, March 1 through Saturday, March 7. Owner of Carlucci Rosemont, Graziano Berto, joins to share more.
Tampa International Airport joke receives backlash | ChicagoNOW
Tampa International Airport's social media page on X posted a joke about a pajama ban that is receiving mass backlash. ChicagoNOW hosts, Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody, weigh in.
Tampa International Airport's social media page on X posted a joke about a pajama ban that is receiving mass backlash. ChicagoNOW hosts, Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody, weigh in.
iPods making a comeback | ChicagoNOW
Google trends says E-Bay searches for the iPod Classic and iPod Nano spiked more than 20% last year. Younger generations are possibly trying to get their hands on them to get around school phone bans. The iPod was discontinued in 2022.
Google trends says E-Bay searches for the iPod Classic and iPod Nano spiked more than 20% last year. Younger generations are possibly trying to get their hands on them to get around school phone bans. The iPod was discontinued in 2022.
Gloria & Emilio Estefan Musical at Drury Lane Theatre through March 22 | ChicagoNOW
On Your Feet: The story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan is happening now at Drury Lane Theatre. The show runs through March 22 and features 23 songs from the the Estefan catalog, Including global hits like Rhythm Is Gonna Get You, Conga, 1-2-3, Out of the Dark and On Your Feet!
On Your Feet: The story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan is happening now at Drury Lane Theatre. The show runs through March 22 and features 23 songs from the the Estefan catalog, Including global hits like Rhythm Is Gonna Get You, Conga, 1-2-3, Out of the Dark and On Your Feet!
Doritos launches protein chips | ChicagoNOW
New Doritos protein snacks are coming to stores this March in two flavors: Nacho Cheese and Sweet & Tangy BBQ. A 1 oz serving of Doritos protein chips has 10 grams of protein compared to the regular chips that have 2 grams per serving.
New Doritos protein snacks are coming to stores this March in two flavors: Nacho Cheese and Sweet & Tangy BBQ. A 1 oz serving of Doritos protein chips has 10 grams of protein compared to the regular chips that have 2 grams per serving.