Top cities to raise a family in 2026 revealed
New data is ranking the best U.S. cities to raise kids – and here’s which places are taking the top spots.
New data is ranking the best U.S. cities to raise kids – and here’s which places are taking the top spots.
Suburban Chicago man convicted of stabbing victim over 40 times in Lake County: prosecutors
A suburban Chicago man was convicted of first-degree murder after prosecutors said he stabbed a man more than 40 times, then tried to stage the scene to look like self-defense.
A suburban Chicago man was convicted of first-degree murder after prosecutors said he stabbed a man more than 40 times, then tried to stage the scene to look like self-defense.
Illinois couple charged after 11-year-old found bruised, bloody and wandering in his underwear
An 11-year-old boy found bloody, bruised and alone in Chicago's suburbs last week has led to serious charges against his mother and her boyfriend.
An 11-year-old boy found bloody, bruised and alone in Chicago's suburbs last week has led to serious charges against his mother and her boyfriend.
Chicago Ford Plant builds custom car for Pope Leo XIV | ChicagoLIVE
A customized Ford Explorer Platinum assembled at the Chicago Assembly Plant was delivered to Pope Leo XIV during a private meeting at the Vatican.
A customized Ford Explorer Platinum assembled at the Chicago Assembly Plant was delivered to Pope Leo XIV during a private meeting at the Vatican.
Teen killed, 3 others hurt after stolen car crashes into tree in Chicago
Chicago police say a girl is dead and three other teens are hurt after a stolen car crashed into a tree early Monday morning.
Chicago police say a girl is dead and three other teens are hurt after a stolen car crashed into a tree early Monday morning.
2 charged with attempting to support ISIS in Gracie Mansion bomb plot
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says both Emir Balat, 18 and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19 admitted to working on behalf of ISIS.
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says both Emir Balat, 18 and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19 admitted to working on behalf of ISIS.
What Chicago parents need to know about new labor laws | ChicagoNOW
Employment attorney Daphne Delvaux breaks down key changes to Chicago workplace laws, including expanded paid leave and new protections for nursing mothers.
Employment attorney Daphne Delvaux breaks down key changes to Chicago workplace laws, including expanded paid leave and new protections for nursing mothers.
How to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago without alcohol | ChicagoNOW
Mark Graham shares how The Phoenix is creating alcohol-free events to help people celebrate St. Patrick's Day while supporting sobriety.
Mark Graham shares how The Phoenix is creating alcohol-free events to help people celebrate St. Patrick's Day while supporting sobriety.
Chicago teens in custody after theft spree at Oak Brook Mall, prosecutors say
Prosecutors say three Chicago teens will remain in custody for now after stealing thousands of dollars in merchandise from Oak Brook Mall stores while armed with bear spray on Sunday.
Prosecutors say three Chicago teens will remain in custody for now after stealing thousands of dollars in merchandise from Oak Brook Mall stores while armed with bear spray on Sunday.
Severe Florida drought threatens orange crops and citrus industry
Farmers in Florida are battling the state’s worst drought in 25 years, raising concerns about orange production and the potential impact on orange juice prices.
Farmers in Florida are battling the state’s worst drought in 25 years, raising concerns about orange production and the potential impact on orange juice prices.
10-foot white shark pings near NC beach before spring break
As spring break approaches, a 10-foot, 689-pound juvenile female white shark named CAYO was detected March 7 swimming “tight to the beach” near Emerald Isle.
As spring break approaches, a 10-foot, 689-pound juvenile female white shark named CAYO was detected March 7 swimming “tight to the beach” near Emerald Isle.
Oil prices surge as Iran tensions escalate, new leader takes power
As fighting between Iran and Israel targets energy sites and disrupts oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices climb past $100 a barrel while Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei as its new leader and tensions with the U.S. continue to rise.
As fighting between Iran and Israel targets energy sites and disrupts oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices climb past $100 a barrel while Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei as its new leader and tensions with the U.S. continue to rise.
Chicago Heights man charged after loaded gun found during traffic stop
A Chicago Heights man has been charged with illegally possessing a firearm after investigators found a loaded gun during a traffic stop.
A Chicago Heights man has been charged with illegally possessing a firearm after investigators found a loaded gun during a traffic stop.
Chicago concert guide: What shows to check out in March | ChicagoNOW
Music journalist Selena Fragassi previews major Chicago concerts this month.
Music journalist Selena Fragassi previews major Chicago concerts this month.
Brushes with Cancer exhibition highlights art and survivorship | ChicagoNOW
The nonprofit Twist Out Cancer is preparing for its 2026 Brushes with Cancer exhibition, featuring 27 artists who created artwork inspired by the impacts of cancer.
The nonprofit Twist Out Cancer is preparing for its 2026 Brushes with Cancer exhibition, featuring 27 artists who created artwork inspired by the impacts of cancer.
Doctor shares colon cancer screening advice during awareness month | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Salina Lee of Rush University Medical Center explains who should be screened for colon cancer, how often tests are recommended and what patients should know ahead of a colonoscopy.
Dr. Salina Lee of Rush University Medical Center explains who should be screened for colon cancer, how often tests are recommended and what patients should know ahead of a colonoscopy.
Family wants charges dropped in Hall County teacher prank death
The family of North Hall High School teacher Jason Hughes says he was excited to “catch" students involved in a prank and slipped in the rain before being struck by a vehicle.
The family of North Hall High School teacher Jason Hughes says he was excited to “catch" students involved in a prank and slipped in the rain before being struck by a vehicle.
Texas women used crow drones to fly drugs into Louisiana prison, authorities say
Two Texas women were arrested for allegedly using a drone and hollowed-out plastic bird decoys to smuggle drugs and cellphones into a federal prison.
Two Texas women were arrested for allegedly using a drone and hollowed-out plastic bird decoys to smuggle drugs and cellphones into a federal prison.
Masked men storm suburban Chicago home, hold victim at gunpoint
A group of masked men forced their way into a Winnetka home Sunday evening, holding a resident at gunpoint before fleeing the area.
A group of masked men forced their way into a Winnetka home Sunday evening, holding a resident at gunpoint before fleeing the area.
Chicago man arrested nearly a year after occupied vehicle shot at near O'Hare Airport
A Chicago man is facing charges nearly a year after a shooting involving an occupied vehicle near O'Hare International Airport.
A Chicago man is facing charges nearly a year after a shooting involving an occupied vehicle near O'Hare International Airport.