IBM invests in growing Quantum tech in Illinois | The Chicago Report
IBM is expanding its footprint in Chicago with a new FutureNow delivery center on the South Side. The company says the center will bring over 700 new jobs in AI, cybersecurity and Quantum technology.
IBM is expanding its footprint in Chicago with a new FutureNow delivery center on the South Side. The company says the center will bring over 700 new jobs in AI, cybersecurity and Quantum technology.
What's in the six-month gas tax proposal? | The Chicago Report
Illinois House Republicans want to pause the state's gas tax to give drivers some short term relief. Oil prices are still soaring amid the war in Iran. Rep. Ryan Spain's bill would halt the sales tax for six months. But, there's a payoff. Ralph Matire, the executive director of the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability joins us.
Illinois House Republicans want to pause the state's gas tax to give drivers some short term relief. Oil prices are still soaring amid the war in Iran. Rep. Ryan Spain's bill would halt the sales tax for six months. But, there's a payoff. Ralph Matire, the executive director of the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability joins us.
Republican bill aims to change SAFE-T Act | The Chicago Report
Senate Republicans are pushing to change the SAFE-T Act to allow judges to deny pre-trial release in certain cases. Sen. John Curran introduced the bill and is here with the details.
Senate Republicans are pushing to change the SAFE-T Act to allow judges to deny pre-trial release in certain cases. Sen. John Curran introduced the bill and is here with the details.
Chicago weather: Chilly nights, frost possible before warmup
Spotty showers will give way to chilly temperatures near the upper 30s tonight, followed by a cool, frost-prone stretch through Saturday before warmer weather returns early next week.
Spotty showers will give way to chilly temperatures near the upper 30s tonight, followed by a cool, frost-prone stretch through Saturday before warmer weather returns early next week.
Chicago HS students use coffee to support families of fallen first responders
A morning coffee run took on a much deeper meaning in Chicago on Wednesday.
A morning coffee run took on a much deeper meaning in Chicago on Wednesday.
Parents of Loyola student killed in Chicago shooting want justice: 'She really mattered'
The parents of a Loyola University Chicago freshman came face to face Wednesday with the man accused of killing their daughter, as he pleaded not guilty in a packed courtroom weeks after the shooting near Tobey Prinz Beach.
The parents of a Loyola University Chicago freshman came face to face Wednesday with the man accused of killing their daughter, as he pleaded not guilty in a packed courtroom weeks after the shooting near Tobey Prinz Beach.
Murdered Loyola student's parents speak out
Today is the first time we're hearing from the family of that Loyola student killed back in March. And the first time, they looked in the eyes of the man accused of shooting her.
Today is the first time we're hearing from the family of that Loyola student killed back in March. And the first time, they looked in the eyes of the man accused of shooting her.
Anne Frank exhibit debuts Friday with rare artifacts in Chicago
This week, a powerful new exhibit is opening at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.
This week, a powerful new exhibit is opening at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago workers vote to go on strike
Employees at Brookfield Zoo Chicago could soon be headed to the picket line after 200 members of their union voted to authorize a strike for better pay, staffing and healthcare.
Employees at Brookfield Zoo Chicago could soon be headed to the picket line after 200 members of their union voted to authorize a strike for better pay, staffing and healthcare.
Teen charged in suburban Chicago back-to-back restaurant burglaries
An 18-year-old has been charged after two burglaries targeting video gaming terminals at Hog Wild Restaurant and a pizza restaurant in the south suburbs, according to Oak Lawn police.
An 18-year-old has been charged after two burglaries targeting video gaming terminals at Hog Wild Restaurant and a pizza restaurant in the south suburbs, according to Oak Lawn police.
Oak Park carjacking victim speaks out
A woman who was carjacked outside her apartment in Oak Park just opened up about what happened. She says the timing couldn't have been worse Just days before a scheduled surgery. Leslie Moreno is live at the complex.
A woman who was carjacked outside her apartment in Oak Park just opened up about what happened. She says the timing couldn't have been worse Just days before a scheduled surgery. Leslie Moreno is live at the complex.
Twitch streamer hit by a car during livestream in Indiana
He wants to help young people find direction and purpose. While crossing through Indiana, Isaiah Thomas was hit by a car in an accident. The driver is an older man, it's not clear what went wrong that he caused the crash. The shocking moment was captured on camera, with thousands watching it unfold in real time.
He wants to help young people find direction and purpose. While crossing through Indiana, Isaiah Thomas was hit by a car in an accident. The driver is an older man, it's not clear what went wrong that he caused the crash. The shocking moment was captured on camera, with thousands watching it unfold in real time.
Local choir brings together people with early memory loss
Music can do a lot for your mind, and that's what the good memories choir is all about. It brings together people in Illinois with early memory loss and their care partners. We've got Lynn Clark with us today. She's the board president of the choir.
Music can do a lot for your mind, and that's what the good memories choir is all about. It brings together people in Illinois with early memory loss and their care partners. We've got Lynn Clark with us today. She's the board president of the choir.
Chicago HS students use coffee to support families of fallen first responders
A Chicago high school is turning a morning cup of coffee as a powerful way to give back to the families of fallen first responders.
A Chicago high school is turning a morning cup of coffee as a powerful way to give back to the families of fallen first responders.
Pritzker wants Illinois lawmakers to move on Bears stadium bill, but hurdles remain
While Gov. JB Pritzker and other state and local officials have continued to push for the passage of the so-called Mega Projects bill, which the Chicago Bears argue is necessary to build a new suburban stadium, it appears that’s unlikely to happen without some changes to the version passed by the House of Representatives last week.
While Gov. JB Pritzker and other state and local officials have continued to push for the passage of the so-called Mega Projects bill, which the Chicago Bears argue is necessary to build a new suburban stadium, it appears that’s unlikely to happen without some changes to the version passed by the House of Representatives last week.
Feds drop felony charge against remaining 'Broadview Six'
In a surprise move, federal prosecutors have decided to drop felony conspiracy charges against the remaining "Broadview Six" protesters. But that doesn't mean the case is over.
In a surprise move, federal prosecutors have decided to drop felony conspiracy charges against the remaining "Broadview Six" protesters. But that doesn't mean the case is over.
FBI raids Northwest Indiana restaurants, including Gino's Steak House
The FBI hit several places in northwest Indiana today, including businesses that have been around for years. Joanie Lum is outside Gino's in Merrillville.
The FBI hit several places in northwest Indiana today, including businesses that have been around for years. Joanie Lum is outside Gino's in Merrillville.
What to know about the Lil Zay Osama case – and the Chicago drill culture behind it | ChicagoLIVE
Lil Zay Osama is facing serious federal charges tied to a Winnetka home invasion, putting renewed attention on Chicago’s drill rap scene.
Lil Zay Osama is facing serious federal charges tied to a Winnetka home invasion, putting renewed attention on Chicago’s drill rap scene.
Stuck in traffic? Aging bridges may be to blame | ChicagoLIVE
With more bridges falling into “poor condition”, experts warn the U.S. is in a constant cycle of playing catch-up on critical infrastructure needs.
With more bridges falling into “poor condition”, experts warn the U.S. is in a constant cycle of playing catch-up on critical infrastructure needs.
Why fewer students are enrolling – and what it could mean for the future of schools | ChicagoLIVE
New data shows declining enrollment across K-12 schools and colleges, raising concerns about funding, staffing and the long-term stability of local communities.
New data shows declining enrollment across K-12 schools and colleges, raising concerns about funding, staffing and the long-term stability of local communities.