Time names ‘Architects of AI’ its 2025 Person of the Year | ChicagoNOW
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Time recognizes the profound impact of artificial intelligence on society, highlighting tech leaders like Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Jensen Huang on its 2025 Person of the Year covers.

‘The Phantom of the Opera’ returns to Chicago with original-inspired production | ChicagoNOW
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Alexa Moster, who plays Christine Daaé, joins via Zoom to discuss her role, the magic of the show, and what it’s like to perform in her hometown at Cadillac Palace Theatre through February 1.

Expert shares six tips for surviving winter break with teens | ChicagoNOW
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Dr. Cam Caswell, “The Teen Translator,” offers practical strategies to reduce conflict, build connection, and make winter break with teens more enjoyable for the whole family.

‘Christmas Around the World’ exhibit at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry | ChicagoNOW
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Amelia Pollock shares how the annual exhibit celebrates cultures from across the globe with beautifully decorated trees, running now through January 5, 2026, at the Museum of Science and Industry.

'Right to die' bill signed into law by Gov. Pritzker

Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday signed legislation allowing terminally ill adults to seek medical aid-in-dying medication, making Illinois the latest state to offer end-of-life options for patients expected to live six months or less.

Chicago man sentenced in 2021 Noble Square shooting

Federal prosecutors say a Chicago man who was on parole when he fired off more than a dozen rounds in 2021, seriously wounding another man, just learned his sentence.

Chicago police officers, driver hurt in South Side crash

A driver and two Chicago police officers were hospitalized Thursday night after a crash on the South Side.

Chicago weather: Weekend plunge to subzero temps follows light city snowfall

A brief round of snow Friday and an arctic blast this weekend will deliver dangerous cold before temperatures rebound into the 40s later next week.

Faith outweighs immigration fears as thousands celebrate Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Hundreds of thousands of worshippers are braving the cold tonight to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, one of the largest Catholic gatherings in the nation and a cornerstone of faith for many Latino families.

Faith outweighs immigration fears as thousands celebrate Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
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Hundreds of thousands of worshippers are braving the cold Thursday night to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, one of the largest Catholic gatherings in the nation and a cornerstone of faith for many Latino families.

Lurie Children's Radiothon raises $925K
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Tonight, a huge show of generosity for Lurie Children's. The grand total is in. They raised nearly a million dollars! Thanks to listeners and viewers like you, the hospital's annual radiothon brought in more than $925,000 dollars. Those funds will go toward lifesaving patient care, critical research, and family support. Kasey Chronis has our recap. 

Man charged for abducting Evanston student who missed school bus: police

A 43-year-old man has been charged after allegedly abducting a 14-year-old girl on her way to school in Evanston and coercing her into sexual contact, police said.

Man found guilty in shooting at children’s amusement park in Chicago suburb: prosecutors

A former Chicago man has been found guilty of shooting another man inside a children’s indoor amusement park, leaving the victim with severe injuries, prosecutors said.