Suspected cop killer lashes out, $7 gas prices &  Illinois student cell ban? | Week in Review
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This week we cover a suspected cop killer’s courtroom outburst and a string of high-profile arrests ranging from Winnetka home invasions to a Joliet cockfighting ring. We also break down the impact of high gas prices and a newly proposed bill that would ban cell phones in Illinois schools. Plus, we look at the future of Water Tower Place, a potential strike at Brookfield Zoo, and the return of bison to the Illinois landscape.

Avi Loeb talks UFO disclosure, interstellar objects and the search for alien life | ChicagoLIVE
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Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss new developments in the search for extraterrestrial life, including potential UFO data releases and his Galileo Project research. He also explained how new telescopes, better data and future space missions could help answer whether we’re alone in the universe.

Vernon Hills man charged in assault at Buffalo Grove hotel: police

A Vernon Hills man has been charged with aggravated battery and unlawful restraint after attacking a woman at a hotel, according to Buffalo Grove police.

Chicago horse owner heads to Churchill Downs for Kentucky Derby weekend | ChicagoLIVE
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Chris Block, president of the Illinois Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, joined ChicagoLIVE while on the road to Louisville to talk about having two horses running on the Kentucky Derby undercard. He also shared what goes into training racehorses, from pedigree and preparation to the excitement and intensity of competing during Derby weekend.

All new US cars will require driver monitoring technology | ChicagoLIVE
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New federal safety rules will mandate impaired-driving detection systems in all new vehicles, using cameras and sensors to track driver alertness—boosting road safety while raising privacy concerns.

Olivia Wilde in Chicago talks 'The Invite,' Seth Rogen & directing | ChicagoNOW
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Olivia Wilde joins "ChicagoNOW" in studio to talk about her new film The Invite, working with Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton, and why this sharp relationship comedy is best seen in a theater. She also reflects on directing, acting and a full-circle Chicago press moment years in the making.

Chicago Wolves playoff push: Wendell Young on the hunt for the Calder Cup | ChicagoNOW
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The hunt for the Calder Cup continues right here in Chicago! After a strong regular season finishing second in the Central Division, the Chicago Wolves are officially back in the postseason for the second year in a row.

Chanel’s bizarre new sandal has everyone arguing | ChicagoNOW
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Would you wear this? "ChicagoNOW" hosts react to Chanel’s unusual new sandal design, and let’s just say the opinions were strong.

Chicagoans rally around May Day
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Marches and rallies are planned today across the Chicago area for May Day.

Historic Chicago fireboat marks 90 years with dockside celebration
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Chicago Fireboat Tours is kicking off its season with a birthday bash honoring the 90-year legacy of the Fred A. Busse, a former Chicago Fire Department vessel now offering tours and events along the city’s waterways.

Driver charged with attempted murder after violent road rage incident on I-57

A New Jersey man faces attempted murder charges after allegedly causing multiple crashes and assaulting a driver during a road rage incident on I-57.

Nicotine pouches surge on social media: Are they really safer? | ChicagoNOW
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From viral trends to sleek packaging, nicotine is reaching a new generation through social media. But are nicotine pouches actually safer? Dr. Nicole Geissen, a thoracic surgeon at Rush, joins us in studio to break down the risks and long-term effects.

Food insecurity rises for Chicago families as summer threatens access to meals
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With SNAP changes and the school year ending, the Greater Chicago Food Depository is working to support thousands of local children facing food insecurity through its “Keep Kids Nourished” campaign.