Viral puppet Chad the Bird talks fame and Chicago pinball history | The Chicago Report
From viral fame to pinball history. Chad the Bird makes his first appearance on The Chicago Report and heads to Zanies Chicago on Tuesday night.
From viral fame to pinball history. Chad the Bird makes his first appearance on The Chicago Report and heads to Zanies Chicago on Tuesday night.
Dabrowski criticizes Gov. Pritzker over Illinois property taxes
Illinois gubernatorial candidate Ted Dabrowski said Gov. J.B. Pritzker has failed to fulfill a campaign promise to lower the state’s high property taxes, which as of 2025, rank second-highest in the nation.
Illinois gubernatorial candidate Ted Dabrowski said Gov. J.B. Pritzker has failed to fulfill a campaign promise to lower the state’s high property taxes, which as of 2025, rank second-highest in the nation.
AG Raoul partners with Amazon to provide 1,000 Ring cameras to domestic violence survivors
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Amazon in Chicago to announce the donation of 1,000 Ring cameras for domestic violence survivors.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Amazon in Chicago to announce the donation of 1,000 Ring cameras for domestic violence survivors.
Johnson signs ICE order, Chad the Bird weighs in | The Chicago Report
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order about ICE and Chad the Bird makes his first appearance and talks Chicago politics.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order about ICE and Chad the Bird makes his first appearance and talks Chicago politics.
AG Raoul partners with Amazon to provide 1,000 Ring cameras to domestic violence survivors
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Amazon in Chicago to announce the donation of 1,000 Ring cameras for domestic violence survivors.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Amazon in Chicago to announce the donation of 1,000 Ring cameras for domestic violence survivors.
Neighbors push back on housing plan for former Mars candy factory in Galewood
The site has a sweet past, but a housing proposal is leaving a bitter taste for some residents.
The site has a sweet past, but a housing proposal is leaving a bitter taste for some residents.
Three inmates charged after fight at suburban Chicago jail
Three inmates are facing charges after a fight broke out inside a suburban Chicago jail on Sunday.
Three inmates are facing charges after a fight broke out inside a suburban Chicago jail on Sunday.
U of I investigates College Republicans group's social post about Alex Pretti's death
A chapter of College Republicans at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is facing backlash after a social media post that appeared to reference the killing of a Minneapolis protester.
A chapter of College Republicans at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is facing backlash after a social media post that appeared to reference the killing of a Minneapolis protester.
U of I investigates College Republicans group's social post about Alex Pretti's death
A chapter of College Republicans at thoe University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is facing backlash after a social media post that appeared to reference the killing of a Minneapolis protester.
A chapter of College Republicans at thoe University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is facing backlash after a social media post that appeared to reference the killing of a Minneapolis protester.
Neighbors push back on redevelopment plans for former Mars Candy factory in Galewood
Residents say the proposed 500-unit housing development could strain the neighborhood and are calling instead for community investment like libraries, youth programs, and local resources.
Residents say the proposed 500-unit housing development could strain the neighborhood and are calling instead for community investment like libraries, youth programs, and local resources.
Suburban Chicago boy burned after NeeDoh toy explodes in microwave
A 9-year-old suburban Chicago boy is recovering after he microwaved a NeeDoh sensory toy, causing it to explode and burn his face and hands.
A 9-year-old suburban Chicago boy is recovering after he microwaved a NeeDoh sensory toy, causing it to explode and burn his face and hands.
DOJ says new Epstein files don’t support additional charges
As newly released Epstein investigation records draw attention for referencing major public figures, the Justice Department is stressing that the material does not support additional criminal prosecutions.
As newly released Epstein investigation records draw attention for referencing major public figures, the Justice Department is stressing that the material does not support additional criminal prosecutions.
Chicago committee to consider changes to curfew ordinance targeting teen gatherings
Chicago leaders are debating a new curfew proposal, and some youth advocates say it goes too far. Here's what to know.
Chicago leaders are debating a new curfew proposal, and some youth advocates say it goes too far. Here's what to know.
Chicago City Council set for key vote on controversial Snap Curfew ordinance
Chicago City Council could vote as soon as tomorrow on a proposed “snap curfew” ordinance that would allow police to issue time-and-place orders banning minors from gathering in certain public spaces with 12 hours’ notice.
Chicago City Council could vote as soon as tomorrow on a proposed “snap curfew” ordinance that would allow police to issue time-and-place orders banning minors from gathering in certain public spaces with 12 hours’ notice.
AI bots have created their own social network – should humans be worried? | ChicagoLIVE
A new social media platform designed for artificial intelligence agents, known as Moltbook, is drawing attention for allowing A.I. systems to communicate without human participation
A new social media platform designed for artificial intelligence agents, known as Moltbook, is drawing attention for allowing A.I. systems to communicate without human participation
Forrest Galante shares survival tips amid U.S. Virgin Island shark attack | ChicagoLIVE
Renowned wildlife biologist and Shark Week host Forrest Galante highlights dangerous and unusual shark attacks in the U.S.
Renowned wildlife biologist and Shark Week host Forrest Galante highlights dangerous and unusual shark attacks in the U.S.
Yulimar Gavirla: Missing Chicago girl last seen Saturday, police say
Have you seen Yulimar Gavirla? Chicago police are asking for help finding a 14-year-old girl last seen Saturday morning.
Have you seen Yulimar Gavirla? Chicago police are asking for help finding a 14-year-old girl last seen Saturday morning.
Health care costs could decide the midterms, new poll suggests | ChicagoLIVE
Health care costs top Americans’ economic worries and are expected to play a major role in the upcoming midterm elections, according to a new KFF Health poll.
Health care costs top Americans’ economic worries and are expected to play a major role in the upcoming midterm elections, according to a new KFF Health poll.
Naperville college students charged after loaded gun, weed found in campus dorm: prosecutors
Two students at a Naperville college are facing felony charges after authorities said a loaded gun and marijuana were discovered in their campus dorm room.
Two students at a Naperville college are facing felony charges after authorities said a loaded gun and marijuana were discovered in their campus dorm room.
How ‘just for fun’ Super Bowl bets can wreck your wallet | ChicagoLIVE
With billions expected to be wagered this year, credit counselor Michael McAuliffe shares tips on avoiding common betting traps and how to recover if losses spiral out of control.
With billions expected to be wagered this year, credit counselor Michael McAuliffe shares tips on avoiding common betting traps and how to recover if losses spiral out of control.