From teen trends to NFL talk: Chicago and Detroit compare big issues | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago and Detroit are facing many of the same challenges — from rising rent and summer travel costs to concerns about manufacturing jobs and public safety across the Midwest. We’re checking in with our sister station in Detroit for a closer look at the issues impacting families right now.
Chicago and Detroit are facing many of the same challenges — from rising rent and summer travel costs to concerns about manufacturing jobs and public safety across the Midwest. We’re checking in with our sister station in Detroit for a closer look at the issues impacting families right now.
What's wrong with the Cubs? | ChicagoLIVE
What is going on at Wrigley Field? After lighting up the league with a dominant 15-game winning streak at home, the Chicago Cubs have hit a massive wall, dropping to an alarming 2-18 stretch. Lead Sports Anchor Cassie Carlson weighs in on what is going wrong for the Chicago Cubs.
What is going on at Wrigley Field? After lighting up the league with a dominant 15-game winning streak at home, the Chicago Cubs have hit a massive wall, dropping to an alarming 2-18 stretch. Lead Sports Anchor Cassie Carlson weighs in on what is going wrong for the Chicago Cubs.
‘Broadview Six’ defendants cleared after federal prosecutors drop charges
Federal prosecutors on Thursday dropped all remaining charges against the final four defendants in the so-called "Broadview Six" case, ending the criminal prosecution tied to a 2025 protest outside a suburban ICE detention facility.
Federal prosecutors on Thursday dropped all remaining charges against the final four defendants in the so-called "Broadview Six" case, ending the criminal prosecution tied to a 2025 protest outside a suburban ICE detention facility.
Tennessee halts man’s execution after failing to find a vein for injection, attorney says
An attorney who was present for a planned execution of Tony Carruthers in Tennessee says it was called off after officials struggled to find a vein for an hour.
An attorney who was present for a planned execution of Tony Carruthers in Tennessee says it was called off after officials struggled to find a vein for an hour.
Is Chicago rent becoming the new New York? | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago rent is skyrocketing with rent prices surging by nearly 9% year-over-year pushing Chicago back into the top 10 most expensive cities for renters in the United States. Crystal Chen from Zumper joins to help break down what factors into this rent increase.
Chicago rent is skyrocketing with rent prices surging by nearly 9% year-over-year pushing Chicago back into the top 10 most expensive cities for renters in the United States. Crystal Chen from Zumper joins to help break down what factors into this rent increase.
'Teen trend' parent text alert ahead of this weekend | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago activist & businessman, Early Walker, is stepping up to help parents take back control. With the rise of dangerous "teen takeover" trends, Walker has created the 'Teen Trend' Parent Text Alert Line which is a brand new tool designed to bring parents together, share real-time information, and put a stop to chaotic gatherings before they start.
Chicago activist & businessman, Early Walker, is stepping up to help parents take back control. With the rise of dangerous "teen takeover" trends, Walker has created the 'Teen Trend' Parent Text Alert Line which is a brand new tool designed to bring parents together, share real-time information, and put a stop to chaotic gatherings before they start.
High-speed police chase through Chicago suburbs ends in arrest
A Des Plaines man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase through west-suburban streets over the weekend has been ordered held in custody pending trial.
A Des Plaines man accused of leading police on a high-speed chase through west-suburban streets over the weekend has been ordered held in custody pending trial.
Mortgage rates surge to highest level since July | ChicagoLIVE
As mortgage rates climb to their highest levels since July, the housing market is shifting yet again. What does this mean for your wallet, your move, or your listing? Stephen Kates, Financial Analyst from Bankrate, joins to break down the latest real estate surge.
As mortgage rates climb to their highest levels since July, the housing market is shifting yet again. What does this mean for your wallet, your move, or your listing? Stephen Kates, Financial Analyst from Bankrate, joins to break down the latest real estate surge.
Driver pleads guilty to fleeing fatal hit-and-run crash in Chicago suburb: prosecutors
A man pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of a fatal crash in west suburban Sugar Grove after striking and killing a pedestrian in 2024, prosecutors said.
A man pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of a fatal crash in west suburban Sugar Grove after striking and killing a pedestrian in 2024, prosecutors said.
Chicago weather: Cool sunshine and beach hazards stick around Thursday
The Chicago area is partly to mostly sunny today with highs in the 50s and 60s.
The Chicago area is partly to mostly sunny today with highs in the 50s and 60s.
Trader Joe’s expanding with new locations nationwide; here’s where
Trader Joe’s added nine new locations on Tuesday, bringing its total planned openings to more than two dozen.
Trader Joe’s added nine new locations on Tuesday, bringing its total planned openings to more than two dozen.
Gen Z women buying homes at higher rates than Gen Z men, report finds | ChicagoNOW
A new report shows single Gen Z women are buying homes at nearly double the rate of men, even as first-time homeownership falls to its lowest level in decades.
A new report shows single Gen Z women are buying homes at nearly double the rate of men, even as first-time homeownership falls to its lowest level in decades.
Chicago-area home listings disappear from Zillow amid real estate dispute | ChicagoNOW
A major real estate battle could change how Chicago buyers search for homes after Zillow lost access to many local listings.
A major real estate battle could change how Chicago buyers search for homes after Zillow lost access to many local listings.
TMZ: Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds face $2M unpaid contractor claims on New York home | ChicagoNOW
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ massive New York dream home is reportedly still unfinished as more than $2 million in contractor debt claims pile up behind the scenes.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ massive New York dream home is reportedly still unfinished as more than $2 million in contractor debt claims pile up behind the scenes.
Off-duty officer rescues child trapped inside claw machine
An off-duty St. Charles County police officer rescued a young girl who became trapped inside a claw machine at a bowling alley.
An off-duty St. Charles County police officer rescued a young girl who became trapped inside a claw machine at a bowling alley.
TMZ: Gov. Gavin Newsom frustrated over stalled wildfire recovery proposal | ChicagoNOW
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he’s frustrated and surprised after a wildfire recovery proposal aimed at rebuilding parts of Los Angeles stalled at City Hall.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he’s frustrated and surprised after a wildfire recovery proposal aimed at rebuilding parts of Los Angeles stalled at City Hall.
Chicago-area man shared child sexual abuse material online, officials say
A suburban Chicago man is facing 10 felony charges after authorities say he possessed and shared child sexual abuse material involving victims as young as toddlers.
A suburban Chicago man is facing 10 felony charges after authorities say he possessed and shared child sexual abuse material involving victims as young as toddlers.
Judge denies request for special prosecutor in Operation Midway Blitz misconduct case
A Cook County judge denied a petition seeking a special prosecutor to investigate alleged misconduct by federal agents during "Operation Midway Blitz."
A Cook County judge denied a petition seeking a special prosecutor to investigate alleged misconduct by federal agents during "Operation Midway Blitz."
Trump announces rollback of Biden-era refrigerator and AC regulations
President Donald Trump announced the rollback of Biden-era regulations on refrigerators and air conditioners, arguing the rules raised costs for transporting refrigerated goods and increased prices for everyday consumer products.
President Donald Trump announced the rollback of Biden-era regulations on refrigerators and air conditioners, arguing the rules raised costs for transporting refrigerated goods and increased prices for everyday consumer products.
Chicago man indicted for ramming car into ICE agent's truck: prosecutors
A federal grand jury has indicted a man who allegedly used his car to ram the vehicle of an ICE agent last fall during Operation Midway Blitz.
A federal grand jury has indicted a man who allegedly used his car to ram the vehicle of an ICE agent last fall during Operation Midway Blitz.