Massachusetts man charged with allegedly threatening girlfriend of FBI Director Kash Patel
A Massachusetts man was arrested for allegedly threatening FBI Director Kash Patel’s girlfriend through email.
A Massachusetts man was arrested for allegedly threatening FBI Director Kash Patel’s girlfriend through email.
NASA Artemis II: Rocket arrives at Kennedy Space Center launch pad
The Artemis II rocket and spacecraft completed the 4-mile trek to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center on Friday morning, March 20, 2026.
The Artemis II rocket and spacecraft completed the 4-mile trek to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center on Friday morning, March 20, 2026.
RFK Jr. overstepped legal authority on transgender care for minors, judge rules
A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.
A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.
Chicago deputy mayor for public safety fired, community leaders react
Faith leaders and community groups are raising concerns after the abrupt removal of a top deputy in Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration, questioning the timing amid ongoing efforts to reduce violence in Chicago.
Faith leaders and community groups are raising concerns after the abrupt removal of a top deputy in Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration, questioning the timing amid ongoing efforts to reduce violence in Chicago.
Russian oil shipments head to Cuba as energy crisis deepens under US sanctions
As Cuba faces widespread blackouts and fuel shortages, Russian tankers carrying much-needed oil are racing toward the island—despite US sanctions aimed at blocking delivery and increasing pressure on Havana.
As Cuba faces widespread blackouts and fuel shortages, Russian tankers carrying much-needed oil are racing toward the island—despite US sanctions aimed at blocking delivery and increasing pressure on Havana.
Oil prices surge as US–Iran conflict intensifies into 4th week
As the US–Iran conflict escalates with strikes on key energy sites, gas prices are climbing nationwide—prompting new consumer guidance and emergency measures to stabilize supply.
As the US–Iran conflict escalates with strikes on key energy sites, gas prices are climbing nationwide—prompting new consumer guidance and emergency measures to stabilize supply.
Suburban Chicago man denied release after shooting at vehicle near elementary school
A suburban man was denied pre-trial release after allegedly shooting at a moving vehicle near an elementary school last November in West Chicago.
A suburban man was denied pre-trial release after allegedly shooting at a moving vehicle near an elementary school last November in West Chicago.
Cops to cannabis drivers? | ChicagoNOW
Talaria is giving retired Illinois police officers and veterans an unexpected new mission: protecting and transporting cash from medical and recreational cannabis proceeds. Based in Joliet, the company is building a workforce around former law enforcement and military professionals trained to handle high-risk, high-security assignments.
Talaria is giving retired Illinois police officers and veterans an unexpected new mission: protecting and transporting cash from medical and recreational cannabis proceeds. Based in Joliet, the company is building a workforce around former law enforcement and military professionals trained to handle high-risk, high-security assignments.
Spring break travel surges at Chicago airports as TSA staffing concerns grow
Spring break crowds are surging at Chicago airports, but TSA staffing concerns could slow things down.
Spring break crowds are surging at Chicago airports, but TSA staffing concerns could slow things down.
Boys, 15 and 17, charged with stealing car in Chicago
Two teenage boys have been charged in connection with a vehicle theft Thursday morning on Chicago's Far South Side.
Two teenage boys have been charged in connection with a vehicle theft Thursday morning on Chicago's Far South Side.
Endangered rhino calf born at Lincoln Park Zoo
Just hours old and already on her feet! Meet the newest addition at Lincoln Park Zoo.
Just hours old and already on her feet! Meet the newest addition at Lincoln Park Zoo.
The ultimate guide to C2E2 2026 | ChciagoNOW
ChicagoNOW talks with the ReedPop Events Manager, Chris D'Lando, to discuss everything coming to the McCormick Place for C2E2 2026.
ChicagoNOW talks with the ReedPop Events Manager, Chris D'Lando, to discuss everything coming to the McCormick Place for C2E2 2026.
Taylor Frankie Paul's season of 'The Bachelorette' is canceled
ABC has canceled Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of “The Bachelorette” after the release of a disturbing 2023 video that shows the reality star throwing chairs at her ex Dakota Mortensen during a domestic violence incident.
ABC has canceled Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of “The Bachelorette” after the release of a disturbing 2023 video that shows the reality star throwing chairs at her ex Dakota Mortensen during a domestic violence incident.
NASA legend Colonel Eileen Collins & director Hannah Berryman talk "Spacewoman" documentary
The documentary "Spacewoman" explores the journey of a woman who dared to break barriers in the field of space exploration. Challenging limits, redefining possibilities, and proving that the sky is never the limit.
The documentary "Spacewoman" explores the journey of a woman who dared to break barriers in the field of space exploration. Challenging limits, redefining possibilities, and proving that the sky is never the limit.
CBP: 900 pounds of liquid meth found in fuel tank of tractor-trailer at US-Mexico border crossing
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB) says a Mexican citizen traveling on a business visa was arrested at a border crossing inspection site in San Diego earlier this month after CPB officers found 900 pounds of liquid methamphetamine concealed in the fuel tank of a tractor-trailer.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB) says a Mexican citizen traveling on a business visa was arrested at a border crossing inspection site in San Diego earlier this month after CPB officers found 900 pounds of liquid methamphetamine concealed in the fuel tank of a tractor-trailer.
Chicago man arrested 2 months after armed robbery of Southwest Side business
A Chicago man was taken into custody this week after a business on the Southwest Side was robbed at gunpoint two months ago.
A Chicago man was taken into custody this week after a business on the Southwest Side was robbed at gunpoint two months ago.
Chris Pratt's kids don't know he's the voice of Mario | ChicagoNOW
Chris Pratt revealed that his three youngest kids have never watched a movie. He shares these children (ages 5,3, and 1) with his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger and take a strict "old school" approach to screens and technology. ChicagoNOW hosts Kaitlin Cody and Anthony Ponce weigh in with their takes on parenting screen time.
Chris Pratt revealed that his three youngest kids have never watched a movie. He shares these children (ages 5,3, and 1) with his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger and take a strict "old school" approach to screens and technology. ChicagoNOW hosts Kaitlin Cody and Anthony Ponce weigh in with their takes on parenting screen time.
Evanston home invasion: Man threatened residents with kitchen knife, police say
A man was charged with breaking into a home and threatening occupants with a kitchen knife earlier this month in Evanston.
A man was charged with breaking into a home and threatening occupants with a kitchen knife earlier this month in Evanston.
Grammy winner Alessia Cara turns her biggest songs into jazz classics
To celebrate a decade in the music industry, Alessia Cara is releasing a new album of her biggest songs as jazz classics. Her new album "Love or Lack Thereof" comes out Friday, March 20th.
To celebrate a decade in the music industry, Alessia Cara is releasing a new album of her biggest songs as jazz classics. Her new album "Love or Lack Thereof" comes out Friday, March 20th.
Feel like a race car driver at Andretti Indoor Karting in Schaumburg
Jake Hamilton takes you inside Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Schaumburg, where you can hit the track and experience high-speed fun this weekend.
Jake Hamilton takes you inside Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Schaumburg, where you can hit the track and experience high-speed fun this weekend.