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.
Pastor Reginald Sharpe reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson’s legacy
Pastor Reginald Sharpe Jr. shares reflections on the life and impact of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson while he lies in repose at Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters in Chicago.
Pastor Reginald Sharpe Jr. shares reflections on the life and impact of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson while he lies in repose at Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters in Chicago.
'America's Time Capsule' what's going in the 250 year time capsule | ChicagoNOW
To celebrate the United State's 250th Independence Day the America250 Commission will be burying a time capsule at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia that will not be opened until 2276. ChicagoNOW hosts, Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody, go over some of the artifacts being saved.
To celebrate the United State's 250th Independence Day the America250 Commission will be burying a time capsule at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia that will not be opened until 2276. ChicagoNOW hosts, Anthony Ponce and Kaitlin Cody, go over some of the artifacts being saved.
Chicago sees 40 hours without a reported shooting, police say
Chicago police said Friday there had been no reported shootings in the city over the past 41 hours.
Chicago police said Friday there had been no reported shootings in the city over the past 41 hours.
Chicago mourners honor Rev. Jesse Jackson as he lies in repose at Rainbow PUSH
Family, friends, and community members are paying tribute to civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson as he lies in repose at the headquarters of Rainbow PUSH Coalition in Chicago.
Family, friends, and community members are paying tribute to civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson as he lies in repose at the headquarters of Rainbow PUSH Coalition in Chicago.
Chicago police investigate wave of business burglaries across multiple neighborhoods
More than 30 Chicago businesses have been targeted in overnight burglaries since January.
More than 30 Chicago businesses have been targeted in overnight burglaries since January.
Chicago-area law enforcement team rescues 5 children, arrests 13 in online exploitation crackdown
Five children were rescued and 13 arrests were made by a specialized law enforcement team in suburban Chicago targeting online predators.
Five children were rescued and 13 arrests were made by a specialized law enforcement team in suburban Chicago targeting online predators.
Chicago man arrested weeks after South Side holdup
Chicago police say an arrest has been made after a 23-year-old was robbed at gunpoint in late January.
Chicago police say an arrest has been made after a 23-year-old was robbed at gunpoint in late January.
Chicago weather: Warm, windy Friday gives way to colder weekend
Chicagoland warms up today before a chilly start to meteorological spring.
Chicagoland warms up today before a chilly start to meteorological spring.
Bears Stadium Battle: Illinois vs. Indiana
Illinois lawmakers are now in scoring position to potentially keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois by giving them property tax certainty for up to 40 years! This is in the megaproject bill that passed an Illinois house committee today. Bret Buganski shows you why there are still concerns from lawmakers about unintended consequences.
Illinois lawmakers are now in scoring position to potentially keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois by giving them property tax certainty for up to 40 years! This is in the megaproject bill that passed an Illinois house committee today. Bret Buganski shows you why there are still concerns from lawmakers about unintended consequences.