Money donated during Lurie Children's Radiothon for new Schaumburg location
It's the annual Lurie Children's Radiothon. Kasey Chronis is inside the phone bank room.
It's the annual Lurie Children's Radiothon. Kasey Chronis is inside the phone bank room.
ICE fears at Our Lady of Guadalupe Fest
Back here locally, thousands are braving the cold for one of the largest Catholic gatherings in the nation this weekend, but there are concerns this year over immigration enforcement. Our Leslie Moreno is live at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines.
Back here locally, thousands are braving the cold for one of the largest Catholic gatherings in the nation this weekend, but there are concerns this year over immigration enforcement. Our Leslie Moreno is live at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines.
Search for suspects in home invasion in Homer Glen
Deputies are looking for a pair of suspects involved in a home invasion in Will County.
Deputies are looking for a pair of suspects involved in a home invasion in Will County.
Dovetail Project celebrates 30 new graduates
A group of young fathers are celebrating a huge milestone. The latest cohort of graduates from the Dovetail Project walked the stage today.
A group of young fathers are celebrating a huge milestone. The latest cohort of graduates from the Dovetail Project walked the stage today.
Family shares their journey at Lurie Children's amid annual Radiothon event
There are just over 2 hours left in the Lurie Children's Radiothon. Last year, over a million dollars was raised. The money helps families facing the toughest battles of their lives. Kasey Chronis joins us again from the phone bank room with one of those families.
There are just over 2 hours left in the Lurie Children's Radiothon. Last year, over a million dollars was raised. The money helps families facing the toughest battles of their lives. Kasey Chronis joins us again from the phone bank room with one of those families.
White House announces changes to asylum, refugee policies
With the White House's recent announcement that Customs and Immigration services is now reviewing the status of all refugees admitted into the U.S. during the Biden administration. Members of several Chicago area refugee support groups gathered to call out what they call racist and xenophobic attacks on Chicago's immigrant communities.
With the White House's recent announcement that Customs and Immigration services is now reviewing the status of all refugees admitted into the U.S. during the Biden administration. Members of several Chicago area refugee support groups gathered to call out what they call racist and xenophobic attacks on Chicago's immigrant communities.
National Guard deployment extended
The Trump administration has extended the National Guard's deployment in the Chicago area, despite a recent court ruling that the president doesn't have that authority. The news came out of a bombshell hearing on Capitol Hill - where Illinois senator Tammy Duckworth had pointed questions for defense department officials. Political reporter Paris Schutz is here to break it all down.
The Trump administration has extended the National Guard's deployment in the Chicago area, despite a recent court ruling that the president doesn't have that authority. The news came out of a bombshell hearing on Capitol Hill - where Illinois senator Tammy Duckworth had pointed questions for defense department officials. Political reporter Paris Schutz is here to break it all down.
Family of Chicago Ofc. Krystal Rivera files wrongful death lawsuit against CPD, her partner
The family of Officer Krystal Rivera is suing the Chicago Police Department and her partner over her death in the line of duty back in June.
The family of Officer Krystal Rivera is suing the Chicago Police Department and her partner over her death in the line of duty back in June.
Chicago alderman wants social media platforms liable for posts fueling teen takeovers | ChicagoLIVE
Ald. William Hall joins ChicagoLIVE to break down his proposal targeting the online roots of Chicago’s teen takeovers, saying platforms like TikTok and Instagram must remove dangerous meetup posts or be held accountable. He talks about youth safety, cyber monitoring, cooperation with Ald. Brian Hopkins, and why he believes corporations—not homeowners—should shoulder more of the city’s financial burden.
Ald. William Hall joins ChicagoLIVE to break down his proposal targeting the online roots of Chicago’s teen takeovers, saying platforms like TikTok and Instagram must remove dangerous meetup posts or be held accountable. He talks about youth safety, cyber monitoring, cooperation with Ald. Brian Hopkins, and why he believes corporations—not homeowners—should shoulder more of the city’s financial burden.
Three suspects arrested after armed home invasion targeting 73-year-old in Homer Glen: officials
A 73-year-old woman was allegedly held in her Homer Glen home at gunpoint while two suspects demanded her credit card and stole her money. Three suspects have been arrested.
A 73-year-old woman was allegedly held in her Homer Glen home at gunpoint while two suspects demanded her credit card and stole her money. Three suspects have been arrested.
Woman charged five years after infant’s remains found in Lake County: police
A woman has been charged five years after the remains of an infant were discovered in a wooded area in Lake County, authorities said.
A woman has been charged five years after the remains of an infant were discovered in a wooded area in Lake County, authorities said.
Tunnel to Towers gives mortgage-free home to family of fallen trooper | ChicagoLIVE
Detective John Huvane from the Tunnel to Towers Foundation joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the life and legacy of Illinois State Trooper Clay Carns, who died in the line of duty last year. The foundation is stepping in to lift the financial burden from his widow and children by paying off their home—part of a larger holiday effort helping families of fallen first responders nationwide.
Detective John Huvane from the Tunnel to Towers Foundation joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about the life and legacy of Illinois State Trooper Clay Carns, who died in the line of duty last year. The foundation is stepping in to lift the financial burden from his widow and children by paying off their home—part of a larger holiday effort helping families of fallen first responders nationwide.
New Illinois laws taking effect in 2026 you'll want to know about
As 2026 approaches, several new Illinois laws are slated to take effect on Jan. 1 that could impact your daily life more than you know.
As 2026 approaches, several new Illinois laws are slated to take effect on Jan. 1 that could impact your daily life more than you know.
Cinnamon powder sold in several states recalled due to possible lead contamination
The manufacturer of Lucky Foods Brand cinnamon powder has issued a recall due to possible lead contamination.
The manufacturer of Lucky Foods Brand cinnamon powder has issued a recall due to possible lead contamination.
Man fatally shot by Chicago police after allegedly dragging officer identified
The man who was shot and killed by a Chicago police officer on Tuesday night during a stolen car investigation has been identified.
The man who was shot and killed by a Chicago police officer on Tuesday night during a stolen car investigation has been identified.
'His coverup began after he shot her': Family of Ofc. Krystal Rivera files wrongful death lawsuit
The family of Officer Krystal Rivera is suing the Chicago Police Department and her partner over her death in the line of duty back in June.
The family of Officer Krystal Rivera is suing the Chicago Police Department and her partner over her death in the line of duty back in June.
Jason Wahler opens up about addiction and the holidays | ChicagoNOW
You might know Jason Wahler as a resident bad boy on the mega hit aughts reality shows “Laguna Beach” and “The Hills”. Now the former reality TV Star is a dedicated addiction and mental health advocate after his own battle with addiction. He joins via zoom to share more about his journey and share tips for dealing with addiction during the holidays.
You might know Jason Wahler as a resident bad boy on the mega hit aughts reality shows “Laguna Beach” and “The Hills”. Now the former reality TV Star is a dedicated addiction and mental health advocate after his own battle with addiction. He joins via zoom to share more about his journey and share tips for dealing with addiction during the holidays.
"Pinkmas" at the Museum of Ice Cream | ChicagoNOW
The Museum of Ice Cream is bringing back its popular “Pinkmas” event for another immersive experience that’ll have you feeling like Barbie. Dancey A. York, General Manager of the museum, joins to share more about this festive event.
The Museum of Ice Cream is bringing back its popular “Pinkmas” event for another immersive experience that’ll have you feeling like Barbie. Dancey A. York, General Manager of the museum, joins to share more about this festive event.
Man killed, woman seriously wounded in Chicago shooting
A man was killed and a woman was seriously wounded in a shooting early Thursday on Chicago's South Side.
A man was killed and a woman was seriously wounded in a shooting early Thursday on Chicago's South Side.
Feds threaten CTA funding after security request | ChicagoNOW
The Federal Transit Administration is threatening CTA funding if the agency doesn’t implement a “verifiable security enhancement plan” by December 19th. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman joins to share more on this story.
The Federal Transit Administration is threatening CTA funding if the agency doesn’t implement a “verifiable security enhancement plan” by December 19th. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman joins to share more on this story.