Upcoming 2026 book-to-movie adaptations | ChicagoNOW
Lindsay Powers, Amazon Senior Editor, previews a slate of popular novels hitting theaters and streaming in 2026.
Lindsay Powers, Amazon Senior Editor, previews a slate of popular novels hitting theaters and streaming in 2026.
Where to find Paczki in Chicago for Fat Tuesday 2026 | ChicagoNOW
From traditional Polish pastries to creative twists, bakeries and pop-ups across Chicago and the suburbs are ready for Paczki Day on Feb. 17.
From traditional Polish pastries to creative twists, bakeries and pop-ups across Chicago and the suburbs are ready for Paczki Day on Feb. 17.
Student arrested after threatening to 'shoot up' NW Indiana school
A student was arrested after threatening to “shoot up" a high school in northwest Indiana on Wednesday.
A student was arrested after threatening to “shoot up" a high school in northwest Indiana on Wednesday.
Chicago residents could soon report parking violations through 311 | ChicagoNOW
City officials are considering a program that would allow neighbors to submit photos or video of commercials vehicles blocking crosswalks, bus lanes, or bike lane through the 311 app.
City officials are considering a program that would allow neighbors to submit photos or video of commercials vehicles blocking crosswalks, bus lanes, or bike lane through the 311 app.
New FX show revisits love story of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette | ChicagoNOW
The new FX show “Love Story” explores the romance, pressures and legacy of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette in a multi-episode series.
The new FX show “Love Story” explores the romance, pressures and legacy of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette in a multi-episode series.
Some gift cards sold at Costco are now worthless
Shoppers who bought restaurant gift cards at Costco may be in for a costly surprise.
Shoppers who bought restaurant gift cards at Costco may be in for a costly surprise.
Illinois among Democratic-led states suing to stop Trump from withholding $600M in health grants
Four Democratic-led states that have become frequent targets of President Donald Trump sued Wednesday to try to block his administration from cutting off hundreds of millions in public health grants.
Four Democratic-led states that have become frequent targets of President Donald Trump sued Wednesday to try to block his administration from cutting off hundreds of millions in public health grants.
TMZ: Authorities focus on gear worn by suspect in Nancy Guthrie kidnapping | ChicagoNOW
Authorities are tracking down the clothing, backpack and firearm seen on surveillance video as day 12 approaches in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Authorities are tracking down the clothing, backpack and firearm seen on surveillance video as day 12 approaches in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
TMZ: Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni attend court-ordered meeting in ongoing dispute | ChicagoNOW
The actors appeared at a court-ordered settlement conference in New York as they work toward resolving a legal dispute.
The actors appeared at a court-ordered settlement conference in New York as they work toward resolving a legal dispute.
Noah Kahan to bring stadium tour to Wrigley Field this summer
Folk-pop star Noah Kahan will bring his biggest tour yet to Chicago's Wrigley Field this summer.
Folk-pop star Noah Kahan will bring his biggest tour yet to Chicago's Wrigley Field this summer.
Pair of armed robberies reported 30 minutes apart on Chicago's North Side
Police are investigating two armed robberies reported Sunday evening in Chicago’s Uptown and Lake View neighborhoods.
Police are investigating two armed robberies reported Sunday evening in Chicago’s Uptown and Lake View neighborhoods.
Valentine’s Day ideas at Navy Pier: Dining, drinks and a sauna twist
From a romantic Valentine’s menu and seasonal cocktails at Chef Art Smith’s Reunion to a unique date experience at Kiln Floating Sauna, Navy Pier is offering couples multiple ways to celebrate the holiday.
From a romantic Valentine’s menu and seasonal cocktails at Chef Art Smith’s Reunion to a unique date experience at Kiln Floating Sauna, Navy Pier is offering couples multiple ways to celebrate the holiday.
Lake County Flavor Fest highlights deals at Mickey Finn’s Brewery
Mickey Finn’s Brewery owner Brian Grano talks about the restaurant’s history, what sets it apart, and the special food and drink deals being offered during Lake County Flavor Fest.
Mickey Finn’s Brewery owner Brian Grano talks about the restaurant’s history, what sets it apart, and the special food and drink deals being offered during Lake County Flavor Fest.
Watchdog group sues Chicago suburb's reparations program over giving money based on race
Judicial Watch, a conservative watchdog group, told Fox News Digital on Tuesday it filed a lawsuit against Evanston, Illinois, to stop the city from paying Black residents reparations.
Judicial Watch, a conservative watchdog group, told Fox News Digital on Tuesday it filed a lawsuit against Evanston, Illinois, to stop the city from paying Black residents reparations.
ICE surge in Minnesota is ending, Border Czar Tom Homan says
The Trump administration will bring an end to the ICE surge in Minnesota after reaching agreements with local authorities, Border Czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday.
The Trump administration will bring an end to the ICE surge in Minnesota after reaching agreements with local authorities, Border Czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions taking effect in three more states - see where
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
More states are implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
New report finds most American Jews feel less safe amid rising antisemitism
Sarah Van Loon of the American Jewish Committee explains new survey findings showing a growing sense of insecurity among American Jews and discusses what the report means for policy, democracy, and public action.
Sarah Van Loon of the American Jewish Committee explains new survey findings showing a growing sense of insecurity among American Jews and discusses what the report means for policy, democracy, and public action.
Metra SWS service resumes day after freight train derailment
Metra’s Southwest Service Line resumed Thursday morning following a freight train derailment that shut down rail traffic near Chicago Ridge for much of the previous day.
Metra’s Southwest Service Line resumed Thursday morning following a freight train derailment that shut down rail traffic near Chicago Ridge for much of the previous day.
Former FBI agent weighs in on search for Nancy Guthrie as investigators pursue new leads
Former FBI agent Ross Rice weighs in on the latest developments in the search for Nancy Guthrie, analyzing new leads, ransom notes, family strategy, and how surveillance video could help identify a suspect.
Former FBI agent Ross Rice weighs in on the latest developments in the search for Nancy Guthrie, analyzing new leads, ransom notes, family strategy, and how surveillance video could help identify a suspect.
Early voting in Chicago starts today with new supersite location
Early voting for Chicago’s March primary election began Thursday morning, with voters turning out at the city’s new downtown supersite as election officials emphasized access, safety and mail-in voting deadlines.
Early voting for Chicago’s March primary election began Thursday morning, with voters turning out at the city’s new downtown supersite as election officials emphasized access, safety and mail-in voting deadlines.