‘Doomjobbing’ rises as U.S. job hiring slows | ChicagoNOW
New federal data shows hiring has dropped to its lowest level since the early pandemic, as job seekers face pressure from layoffs and the rise of AI in entry-level roles.
New federal data shows hiring has dropped to its lowest level since the early pandemic, as job seekers face pressure from layoffs and the rise of AI in entry-level roles.
Suburban Chicago man sentenced for firing machine gun during drug deal, prosecutors say
A suburban Chicago man was sentenced Monday after prosecutors say he fired a "switch" handgun during a 2023 drug deal.
A suburban Chicago man was sentenced Monday after prosecutors say he fired a "switch" handgun during a 2023 drug deal.
TMZ: Alix Earle responds to Alex Cooper amid ongoing feud | ChicagoNOW
Alix Earle replied to Alex Cooper’s video with a brief comment, adding to a growing public back-and-forth between the two influencers.
Alix Earle replied to Alex Cooper’s video with a brief comment, adding to a growing public back-and-forth between the two influencers.
TMZ sets up shop in Washington to cover Capitol Hill | ChicagoNOW
The new TMZ team will cover developments on Capitol Hill while highlighting the crossover between politics and entertainment.
The new TMZ team will cover developments on Capitol Hill while highlighting the crossover between politics and entertainment.
Inflation 2026: Gas prices drove March numbers up to levels not seen in years
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, shifting the trajectory further away from the Fed’s target.
Woman crushed to death by garbage truck claw, family's attorney says
Tyrah Adams of Kentucky died Feb. 12 after being crushed by a garbage truck’s grappler claw while a waste crew cleared an alley, her family’s attorney said.
Tyrah Adams of Kentucky died Feb. 12 after being crushed by a garbage truck’s grappler claw while a waste crew cleared an alley, her family’s attorney said.
Who is Timothy Hudson? Florida teen charged with murder, assault of Anna Kepner on cruise ship
Timothy Hudson – the stepbrother of Titusville teen, Anna Kepner, who was murdered while on vacation with her family – is now charged as an adult in connection with her death.
Timothy Hudson – the stepbrother of Titusville teen, Anna Kepner, who was murdered while on vacation with her family – is now charged as an adult in connection with her death.
Chicago men charged in deadly drive-by shooting of Alsip man
Two Chicago men have been charged with murder in connection with a drive-by shooting over the weekend in southwest suburban Oak Forest.
Two Chicago men have been charged with murder in connection with a drive-by shooting over the weekend in southwest suburban Oak Forest.
'Baby Jessica' rescued from 1987 Texas well now facing assault charges
'Baby Jessica' McClure Morales, the 1987 Texas well rescue survivor, was arrested in Midland on a charge of assault of a family member.
'Baby Jessica' McClure Morales, the 1987 Texas well rescue survivor, was arrested in Midland on a charge of assault of a family member.
‘Seconds Away’ makes Chicagoland debut with powerful story of resilience
Director Benjamin Kegan and Peter Callahan and Patrick McHugh discuss the emotional documentary centered on an Evanston athlete, his coach’s cancer battle, and the bond that drives them forward.
Director Benjamin Kegan and Peter Callahan and Patrick McHugh discuss the emotional documentary centered on an Evanston athlete, his coach’s cancer battle, and the bond that drives them forward.
New push aims to spark economic revival in Harvey and the Southland
Community leaders highlight a coalition-driven effort to attract businesses and investment to Harvey, Illinois, anchored by a free Franchise Expo at Governors State University designed to connect entrepreneurs, job seekers and national brands.
Community leaders highlight a coalition-driven effort to attract businesses and investment to Harvey, Illinois, anchored by a free Franchise Expo at Governors State University designed to connect entrepreneurs, job seekers and national brands.
Chicago area braces for several rounds of severe weather
Severe weather could ramp up across the Chicago area today with all hazards on the table.
Severe weather could ramp up across the Chicago area today with all hazards on the table.
April 15 tax deadline: Last-minute questions, what to know about extensions
The 2026 tax deadline is upon us. Taxpayers can request an extension three ways, but any taxes owed must still be paid by Wednesday, April 15, to avoid penalties.
The 2026 tax deadline is upon us. Taxpayers can request an extension three ways, but any taxes owed must still be paid by Wednesday, April 15, to avoid penalties.
Chicago man charged after gun found during CTA Red Line disturbance
Cook County Sheriff's police say a Chicago man was charged after they found a gun on him when responding to loud music on the CTA Red Line.
Cook County Sheriff's police say a Chicago man was charged after they found a gun on him when responding to loud music on the CTA Red Line.
Boy, 15, charged in St. Patrick's Day armed robbery in downtown Chicago
A 15-year-old boy was charged with robbing two men at gunpoint last month in the River North neighborhood.
A 15-year-old boy was charged with robbing two men at gunpoint last month in the River North neighborhood.
Chicago crime: Man, 26, killed in Englewood shooting
A man was shot and killed Monday night in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.
A man was shot and killed Monday night in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood.
Chicago smash-and-grab: Jeep crashes into River North gas station, ATM stolen
Chicago police say a Jeep crashed into a River North gas station early Tuesday and the group made off with an ATM.
Chicago police say a Jeep crashed into a River North gas station early Tuesday and the group made off with an ATM.
Smash-and-grab crew crashes jeep into River North gas station, steals ATM
A group rammed a Jeep into a gas station in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, stole an ATM, and fled in another vehicle, with no injuries reported as police investigate.
A group rammed a Jeep into a gas station in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, stole an ATM, and fled in another vehicle, with no injuries reported as police investigate.
Chicago police: Man, woman critically wounded in Chatham shooting
Chicago police say two people are in critical condition after a late-night shooting on the city's South Side.
Chicago police say two people are in critical condition after a late-night shooting on the city's South Side.
California man shot 7 times by ICE arrested by FBI, attorney says
A 36-year-old man in California who was shot by ICE officers seven times was arrested Monday by the FBI immediately after being discharged from the hospital and who was in no condition to be brought to jail, his attorney told reporters on Monday.
A 36-year-old man in California who was shot by ICE officers seven times was arrested Monday by the FBI immediately after being discharged from the hospital and who was in no condition to be brought to jail, his attorney told reporters on Monday.