Gary tearing down 60 homes as leaders push for new investment
Crews are demolishing 60 vacant homes across five Gary neighborhoods as part of a $20 million effort to clear blight and make room for future housing and development.
Crews are demolishing 60 vacant homes across five Gary neighborhoods as part of a $20 million effort to clear blight and make room for future housing and development.
Local impacts following killing of Mexican cartel leader
What impact the killing of Mexican cartel leader 'El Mencho' could have on Chicago.
What impact the killing of Mexican cartel leader 'El Mencho' could have on Chicago.
Mexican cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed, violence erupts as Americans shelter in place
After a powerful cartel leader died following his capture in Jalisco, cartel members launched violent attacks across several cities, leaving dozens dead and forcing some American tourists to shelter in place. The U.S. provided intelligence support for the operation, and experts warn the unrest — including flight cancellations and power struggles within the cartel — could get worse before it improves.
After a powerful cartel leader died following his capture in Jalisco, cartel members launched violent attacks across several cities, leaving dozens dead and forcing some American tourists to shelter in place. The U.S. provided intelligence support for the operation, and experts warn the unrest — including flight cancellations and power struggles within the cartel — could get worse before it improves.
Why some homeowners are ditching smart homes for 'dumb houses'
More homeowners are stepping away from fully connected smart homes and embracing so-called “dumb houses” instead. Julie Provenzano, real estate agent, joins us to explain the trend and why less tech at home is starting to appeal to more buyers.
More homeowners are stepping away from fully connected smart homes and embracing so-called “dumb houses” instead. Julie Provenzano, real estate agent, joins us to explain the trend and why less tech at home is starting to appeal to more buyers.
Multiple people taken to hospital after fight involving pepper spray at Chicago high school
Multiple people are hospitalized after a fight at a Chicago high school escalated Monday morning when one person discharged pepper spray, officials said.
Multiple people are hospitalized after a fight at a Chicago high school escalated Monday morning when one person discharged pepper spray, officials said.
11-year-old accused in adoptive dad’s birthday night killing over video game now faces adult trial: docs
An 11-year-old boy accused of fatally shooting his father inside their Pennsylvania home made his first court appearance Thursday, about a month after the deadly incident.
An 11-year-old boy accused of fatally shooting his father inside their Pennsylvania home made his first court appearance Thursday, about a month after the deadly incident.
FedEx driver arrested after $62K in stolen packages found in storage unit
A FedEx delivery driver has been arrested after authorities say they discovered approximately $62,000 worth of stolen merchandise inside a storage unit.
A FedEx delivery driver has been arrested after authorities say they discovered approximately $62,000 worth of stolen merchandise inside a storage unit.
Man accused of using dating app to rob 4 victims sought in Woodlawn: police
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of using a dating app to lure and rob four victims in the Woodlawn neighborhood this month.
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of using a dating app to lure and rob four victims in the Woodlawn neighborhood this month.
Popular soda flavor returns as Keurig Dr Pepper rolls out 35 new drinks
Beverage giant Keurig Dr Pepper is unveiling more than 35 new drinks across soda, tea, water and energy brands.
Beverage giant Keurig Dr Pepper is unveiling more than 35 new drinks across soda, tea, water and energy brands.
Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to murder of his parents | ChicagoLIVE
Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty Monday to double murder charges in the December stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner.
Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty Monday to double murder charges in the December stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner.
Indiana House talks Bears stadium bill | ChicagoLIVE
Indiana lawmakers on Monday will discuss whether to advance a bill that would take another step forward in luring the Chicago Bears to the Hoosier State.
Indiana lawmakers on Monday will discuss whether to advance a bill that would take another step forward in luring the Chicago Bears to the Hoosier State.
When is daylight saving time in 2026?
Clocks will spring forward soon. Here’s when DST starts, who skips it, and Americans’ opinions about time changes.
Clocks will spring forward soon. Here’s when DST starts, who skips it, and Americans’ opinions about time changes.
Women’s US Olympic hockey team declines State of the Union invite
President Donald Trump invited both the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team and the U.S. women's Olympic hockey team – who both won gold medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics – to the State of the Union on Tuesday. But it seems only one team will be able to make it.
President Donald Trump invited both the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team and the U.S. women's Olympic hockey team – who both won gold medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics – to the State of the Union on Tuesday. But it seems only one team will be able to make it.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 23 latest updates
Monday marks Day 23 since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home. Investigators believe she was taken against her will.
Monday marks Day 23 since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home. Investigators believe she was taken against her will.
High school senior facing more than 300 felony charges in alleged sextortion scheme targeting minors: reports
A Pennsylvania high school senior is accused of operating a "criminal network" involving sextortion and catfishing, according to police.
A Pennsylvania high school senior is accused of operating a "criminal network" involving sextortion and catfishing, according to police.
Illinois Lottery player wins $1.15M off ticket purchased in Chicagoland
Was it you? A $1.15 million Lucky Day Lotto ticket was sold in the Chicagoland area over the weekend!
Was it you? A $1.15 million Lucky Day Lotto ticket was sold in the Chicagoland area over the weekend!
Former ‘American Idol’ contestant charged with murdering wife in Ohio
Authorities in Ohio have arrested former “American Idol” contestant Caleb Flynn in connection with the shooting death of his wife, Ashley Flynn, at their home in Tipp City.
Authorities in Ohio have arrested former “American Idol” contestant Caleb Flynn in connection with the shooting death of his wife, Ashley Flynn, at their home in Tipp City.
Search for missing Arizona woman Nancy Guthrie enters fourth week with no suspect named
Investigators in Arizona say hundreds of law enforcement officers remain on the case as the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie stretches into its fourth week with no confirmed suspect or motive.
Investigators in Arizona say hundreds of law enforcement officers remain on the case as the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie stretches into its fourth week with no confirmed suspect or motive.
What women can do right now to lower cancer risk
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Chicago poet hopes to change the opera world
Chicago’s first Poet Laureate, Avery R. Young, debuts Sophronia — an operatic score rooted in his great-grandparents’ Great Migration story that blends gospel, blues, funk and soul. He says the work is meant to make opera more accessible and, in 2026, show that “something new happened” in the art form.
Chicago’s first Poet Laureate, Avery R. Young, debuts Sophronia — an operatic score rooted in his great-grandparents’ Great Migration story that blends gospel, blues, funk and soul. He says the work is meant to make opera more accessible and, in 2026, show that “something new happened” in the art form.