Historic south entrance of Griffin MSI to reopen for first time since 1893 | ChicagoLIVE
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The south entrance of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is currently under construction and will reopen for the first time in 132 years. The museum’s president and CEO joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the project.

What could Chicago look like in 2126?
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A new design vision from Gensler Chicago explores how the Windy City could adapt to a warmer climate, heavier rainfall, population growth, an aging population and emerging transportation technology over the next century.

Southside Blooms expands to Chicago’s West Side | ChicagoLIVE
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Southside Blooms is expanding to North Lawndale with a new location. Founder Quilen Blackwell joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what this expansion means for the community.

McDonald’s celebrates America 250 with its largest-ever fried apple pie in Joliet | ChicagoLIVE
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McDonald’s is celebrating America 250 with the return of its fried apple pies and the debut of its largest-ever pie in Joliet. McDonald’s owner-operator John Carnagio shares details with ChicagoLIVE.

Chicago Lululemon theft: GPS trackers bust man accused of stealing over $3K in merch

A man accused of stealing thousands of dollars in merchandise from a Magnificent Mile Lululemon store was quickly tracked down after some of the stolen items led investigators directly to his vehicle.

US government to oppose plan to sell Titanic artifacts

The federal government argues that a plan to auction hundreds of artifacts recovered from the wreckage of the Titanic would violate court orders, while the company that owns salvage rights to the Titanic wreck contends that it would not.

Ex-Illinois teacher awaiting deportation linked to Tren de Aragua mass shooting in Chicago: DHS

A former Illinois teacher living in the United States illegally, who was allegedly involved in a 2024 Tren de Aragua mass shooting that killed three people at a Chicago house party, was arrested by federal authorities, officials said Monday.

DOJ officials allowed to remain in prosecution of Correspondents Dinner shooting suspect

A judge rejected a bid to disqualify top Justice Department officials from leading the prosecution of Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

New state-by-state ranking shows where Americans are most independent

As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, a new study reveals the most independent states in the nation, ranking them on everything from financial stability to government dependence.

Chicago ranks 5th nationwide for dog incidents involving postal workers
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There were 43 dog-related incidents involving postal workers in Chicago last year. Chicago Postmaster Holly Burrell joins The Loop to discuss how residents can help prevent future incidents.

Joliet man faces DUI, battery charges after fatal dirt bike collision

A Joliet man is facing DUI and battery charges after a crash that killed a 17-year-old dirt bike rider Monday night and he allegedly assaulted another rider at the scene.

Chicago sues Airbnb, host over alleged illegal rentals

Chicago is taking Airbnb to court over alleged illegal short-term rentals. Here's what city leaders say.

Texas 7-year-old saves toddler brother from drowning, earns rare sheriff’s commendation

A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.