Illinois lawmakers call for repeal of TRUST Act after killing of Sheridan Gorman | ChicagoLIVE
Republican state senators are pushing to repeal sanctuary policies.
Republican state senators are pushing to repeal sanctuary policies.
Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in landmark social media addiction trial
Meta and YouTube were found liable in a landmark Los Angeles lawsuit for "engineered addiction" and harming a child's mental health through negligent platform design.
Meta and YouTube were found liable in a landmark Los Angeles lawsuit for "engineered addiction" and harming a child's mental health through negligent platform design.
Investigators examine possible earlier incident in Nancy Guthrie case | ChicagoLIVE
The search for Nancy Guthrie continues as authorities look into a possible incident that may have occurred weeks before she was last seen.
The search for Nancy Guthrie continues as authorities look into a possible incident that may have occurred weeks before she was last seen.
EEOC finds Planned Parenthood segregated employees by race; Illinois affiliate agrees to $500K settlement
Planned Parenthood of Illinois has been ordered to pay $500,000 following an investigation by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which found that the entity "engaged in unlawful discrimination and harassment against White employees."
Planned Parenthood of Illinois has been ordered to pay $500,000 following an investigation by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which found that the entity "engaged in unlawful discrimination and harassment against White employees."
Minooka leaders approve kratom ban, effective immediately | ChicagoLIVE
A new ordinance in Minooka bans the sale of kratom, with local leaders saying the move is aimed at raising awareness and protecting public health.
A new ordinance in Minooka bans the sale of kratom, with local leaders saying the move is aimed at raising awareness and protecting public health.
Chicago seeks artists for new DuSable statue | ChicagoLIVE
The Chicago Park District is inviting artists to submit proposals for a statue honoring Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, set to be installed at the future DuSable Park along the lakeshore.
The Chicago Park District is inviting artists to submit proposals for a statue honoring Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, set to be installed at the future DuSable Park along the lakeshore.
2025 saw record levels of solar, wind power in US: Here's where
Solar and wind power just hit record highs in the U.S. with explosive growth and plunging costs. Here’s which states are leading.
Solar and wind power just hit record highs in the U.S. with explosive growth and plunging costs. Here’s which states are leading.
2 shot near University of Chicago within one hour, 1 dead, police say
Two shootings near the University of Chicago on Wednesday left one man dead, another critically hurt and multiple suspects at large.
Two shootings near the University of Chicago on Wednesday left one man dead, another critically hurt and multiple suspects at large.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoes pause to subminimum wage hike
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Wednesday announced he will veto a City Council measure to reverse the phasing out of the subminimum wage for tipped workers.
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Wednesday announced he will veto a City Council measure to reverse the phasing out of the subminimum wage for tipped workers.
3 children, 71-year-old man killed in Chicago-area house fire
Four people, including three local students, died in a house fire early Wednesday in Chicago's south suburbs.
Four people, including three local students, died in a house fire early Wednesday in Chicago's south suburbs.
McDonald’s drops ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ menu collaboration | ChicagoNOW
McDonald’s is rolling out new meals inspired by “KPop Demon Hunters,” featuring exclusive items, collectibles and app-based content.
McDonald’s is rolling out new meals inspired by “KPop Demon Hunters,” featuring exclusive items, collectibles and app-based content.
How the DHS shutdown is impacting TSA workers in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
As the shutdown continues, an expert explains how the shutdown could impact wait times and security at O’Hare and Midway airports.
As the shutdown continues, an expert explains how the shutdown could impact wait times and security at O’Hare and Midway airports.
Former UFC fighter Alberto Crane shares battle with MS | ChicagoNOW
Alberto Crane reflects on his UFC career, his multiple sclerosis diagnosis and how he’s staying strong while raising awareness for MS.
Alberto Crane reflects on his UFC career, his multiple sclerosis diagnosis and how he’s staying strong while raising awareness for MS.
Could microbes like those in ‘Project Hail Mary’ exist in real life? | ChicagoNOW
Scientists say the idea behind “Project Hail Mary” may not be as far-fetched as it seems. An expert breaks down what real research shows about extreme microbes and their ability to reshape environments.
Scientists say the idea behind “Project Hail Mary” may not be as far-fetched as it seems. An expert breaks down what real research shows about extreme microbes and their ability to reshape environments.
Chicago men robbed suburban gas station at gunpoint before high-speed police chase, prosecutors say
Two Chicago men are accused of robbing a suburban gas station at gunpoint and leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car.
Two Chicago men are accused of robbing a suburban gas station at gunpoint and leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen car.
Army raises enlistment age to 42, drops marijuana conviction rule
The United States Army has updated several rule changes for their enlistment qualifications, including the maximum age requirement as well as eliminating a marijuana conviction that impacted some potential recruits.
The United States Army has updated several rule changes for their enlistment qualifications, including the maximum age requirement as well as eliminating a marijuana conviction that impacted some potential recruits.
Chicago Mayor Johnson vetoes pause to subminimum wage hike for tipped workers
Johnson and other progressives have argued for increasing wages for tipped workers, but restaurant owners say it's too costly.
Johnson and other progressives have argued for increasing wages for tipped workers, but restaurant owners say it's too costly.
Why penguin nesting season at Shedd Aquarium is worth a visit | ChicagoNOW
Visitors to Shedd Aquarium can catch penguin nesting season in action, along with hands-on activities and other animal encounters this spring break.
Visitors to Shedd Aquarium can catch penguin nesting season in action, along with hands-on activities and other animal encounters this spring break.
Punk rock band New Found Glory talks new album, Chicago tour | ChicagoNOW
Pop-punk band New Found Glory is stopping in Chicago on tour with Yellowcard and Plain White T’s. We’re getting a preview of the show and what fans can expect
Pop-punk band New Found Glory is stopping in Chicago on tour with Yellowcard and Plain White T’s. We’re getting a preview of the show and what fans can expect
Another high-level Chicago city official out amid major shakeup
There's more turmoil at the top of Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration with the resignation of a high-profile official. This comes after the firings of two other top aides, who criticized the mayor's approach to law enforcement.
There's more turmoil at the top of Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration with the resignation of a high-profile official. This comes after the firings of two other top aides, who criticized the mayor's approach to law enforcement.