Chicago weather: Weekend sunshine gives way to dangerous heat

Chicago-area residents can expect pleasant weather through the weekend before an extended stretch of dangerous heat arrives next week.

Rogers Park tenant says rats bit his face while he slept
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Imagine waking up to rats chewing on your face. That's what happened to a Rogers Park man. He says he's been dealing with a rodent problem for months now. We spoke with him this morning about what he says has been a traumatizing experience. 

What happens to Soldier Field if the Bears leave? Experts debate future of Chicago landmark

As the Bears consider leaving Chicago, experts and city leaders are debating whether Soldier Field should be renovated, downsized or redeveloped to remain financially viable while preserving its historic and public lakefront role.

Dead, pregnant endangered fin whale found on bow of Alaska cruise ship

Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.

Chicago Pride Parade Community Grand Marshals: Alliance of Illinois Judges
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 When the Pride Parade steps off Sunday, the Association of Illinois judges, which is an organization of LGBTQ+ Cook County judges will be leading the way as community grand marshals.

Rats bite sleeping Rogers Park apartment tenant's face
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Imagine waking up to rats chewing on your face. That's what happened to this man from Rogers Park.  He says he's one of 60 people living in a rent controlled building. And he said they've been dealing with a rodent problem for months.  Leslie Moreno joins us live in Studio 32.

Has Chicago become the place to visit? Tourism spending hits record $21.5B | ChicagoLIVE
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Nearly 57 million people visited Chicago in 2025, helping generate a record $21.5 billion in tourism spending. Stephen Crano, senior manager at Choose Chicago, explains what's behind the surge.

Changing the beat: Glizzy Glow wants Chicago rap known for more than violence

To millions of fans, she's simply known as Glizzy Glow. But behind the growing fame is a story of resilience, responsibility, and a mission that reaches far beyond music.

Illinois passes bill targeting junk fees for Illinois residents | ChicagoLIVE
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A new Illinois law signed by Gov. JB Pritzker aims to reduce junk fees for consumers across the state. Illinois State Rep. Bob Morgan (D-Deerfield), who sponsored the bill, joins ChicagoLIVE with the details.

Changing the beat: Glizzy Glow wants Chicago rap known for more than violence
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To millions of fans, she's simply known as Glizzy Glow. But behind the growing fame is a story of resilience, responsibility, and a mission that reaches far beyond music.

President Trump returns to Correspondents' Dinner venue amid new priorities
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President Trump went back to the venue of the White House Correspondents' Dinner in April, where a shooter was stopped by Secret Service. He's now focused on keeping his party in control on Capitol Hill and marking the country's 250th anniversary.

UAP Disclosure Forum held in D.C. amid growing calls for UFO transparency | ChicagoLIVE
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The UAP Disclosure Forum in Washington, D.C., brought together lawmakers and panelist to discuss UFO transparency. Harvard Professor Avi Loeb joins ChicagoLIVE after attending the event.

Bears stadium race, storm damage and O'Hare measles alert | Week in Review
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This week on "Week in Review," another Chicago suburb makes its pitch for a Bears stadium, severe storms leave damage across the northwest suburbs and travelers are warned about a measles exposure at O'Hare International Airport.

Rats bite sleeping Rogers Park apartment tenant's face
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Imagine waking up to rats chewing on your face. That’s what a man in Rogers Park says happened to him.  He’s one of 60 tenants in a unionized building that’s been dealing with rodents for months.  Leslie Moreno is in Studio 32.

Skokie teacher faces federal child pornography charge after Mexico trip: prosecutors

A Niles North high school teacher has been charged with possessing child pornography on a flight from Chicago to Mexico, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office of the Northern District of Illinois.

Celebrating America 250: Arlington Heights unveils historic 1860s American flag | ChicagoLIVE
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The Arlington Heights Historical Museum is celebrating America's 250th anniversary with a historic American flag from the 1860s. Museum Director Jeff Anderson joins ChicagoLIVE to share the details.