CTA safety plan put into action
The city’s new CTA safety plan started yesterday with more police on patrol. But hours into that plan, there was another scary moment on the track. Bret Buganski shows why the Trump administration is still threatening to withhold millions of dollars.
The city’s new CTA safety plan started yesterday with more police on patrol. But hours into that plan, there was another scary moment on the track. Bret Buganski shows why the Trump administration is still threatening to withhold millions of dollars.
Family seeks answers after Chicago vendor detained by ICE
A street vendor was detained by federal agents and his family wants answers tonight. They say he has health issues and they do not know where he is. Leslie Moreno spoke with his son about what they know.
A street vendor was detained by federal agents and his family wants answers tonight. They say he has health issues and they do not know where he is. Leslie Moreno spoke with his son about what they know.
Family seeks answers after Chicago street vendor detained by federal agents
The family of a longtime Chicago street vendor detained by federal agents is urgently asking for answers.
The family of a longtime Chicago street vendor detained by federal agents is urgently asking for answers.
Meat in a cup? Chipotle launches new high-protein option
Chipotle is expanding its menu with new high protein snack cups, featuring chicken or steak, and the company’s Chief Brand Officer joins us to explain the move. While some fans are calling it “meat in a cup,” Chipotle says the new snack cups are designed to give customers a simple, protein focused option.
Chipotle is expanding its menu with new high protein snack cups, featuring chicken or steak, and the company’s Chief Brand Officer joins us to explain the move. While some fans are calling it “meat in a cup,” Chipotle says the new snack cups are designed to give customers a simple, protein focused option.
House fire in Spring Grove leaves 1 dead, 2 injured: officials
A woman has died after a house fire in unincorporated Spring Grove on Friday, according to Lake County Sheriff's Office.
A woman has died after a house fire in unincorporated Spring Grove on Friday, according to Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Bodycam video withheld in Marimar Martinez shooting
A judge is denying a request to release bodycam video, showing the moments before a Border Patrol agent shot a woman five times in Chicago.
A judge is denying a request to release bodycam video, showing the moments before a Border Patrol agent shot a woman five times in Chicago.
Holiday shipping rush nears its peak
Well, it’s getting down to the wire if you’re sending out gifts or cards you want to arrive by Christmas. Postal workers are working non-stop. Amalia Roy is live at a USPS facility in Avondale, Arizona to show how they’re getting it done.
Well, it’s getting down to the wire if you’re sending out gifts or cards you want to arrive by Christmas. Postal workers are working non-stop. Amalia Roy is live at a USPS facility in Avondale, Arizona to show how they’re getting it done.
Family seeks answers after vendor detained by ICE
We’re hearing from the family of a 68-year-old tamale vendor who was detained by federal agents while working on a Chicago street corner. They say they have not been able to reach him and are worried about his health. Leslie Moreno spoke with his son to find out what’s happening.
We’re hearing from the family of a 68-year-old tamale vendor who was detained by federal agents while working on a Chicago street corner. They say they have not been able to reach him and are worried about his health. Leslie Moreno spoke with his son to find out what’s happening.
TikTok signs deal to form new U.S. unit
TikTok is staying in the U.S. with a new multi-billion dollar deal. Darren Botelho breaks down the details.
TikTok is staying in the U.S. with a new multi-billion dollar deal. Darren Botelho breaks down the details.
Holiday travel rush taking off
The holiday travel rush is about to start this weekend. Chicago’s airports are expecting nearly 4.8 million travelers between now and January 5th, which is about 6 percent more than last year.
The holiday travel rush is about to start this weekend. Chicago’s airports are expecting nearly 4.8 million travelers between now and January 5th, which is about 6 percent more than last year.
Reddit post helped investigators find Brown shooting suspect
A Reddit post helped to end a frantic search for the suspect in last weekend's mass shooting at Brown University. The suspect was also a person of interest in the killing of an MIT professor. Caroline Shively has the newest developments.
A Reddit post helped to end a frantic search for the suspect in last weekend's mass shooting at Brown University. The suspect was also a person of interest in the killing of an MIT professor. Caroline Shively has the newest developments.
Alleged CTA burning attack suspect pleads not guilty
50-year-old Lawrence Reed has pleaded not guilty to terrorism and arson charges. He's accused of setting a CTA passenger on fire in mid-November.
50-year-old Lawrence Reed has pleaded not guilty to terrorism and arson charges. He's accused of setting a CTA passenger on fire in mid-November.
DOJ begins releasing Epstein files
The Justice Department is starting to release files tied to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender. This is happening because lawmakers passed a law last month that forced the DOJ to make everything from the case public.
The Justice Department is starting to release files tied to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender. This is happening because lawmakers passed a law last month that forced the DOJ to make everything from the case public.
Feds reject new CTA safety plan, leaving millions in federal funding in jeopardy
Federal transit officials are ordering the CTA to submit a new, tougher safety plan within 90 days or risk losing a quarter of its federal operating funds, citing failures to meaningfully address crime on the system.
Federal transit officials are ordering the CTA to submit a new, tougher safety plan within 90 days or risk losing a quarter of its federal operating funds, citing failures to meaningfully address crime on the system.
CTA given 90 days to fix safety plan or lose federal funding | ChicagoLIVE
Federal transit officials have rejected the CTA’s latest safety plan, warning the agency it has 90 days to submit a stronger proposal or risk losing 25 percent of its federal operating funds. FTA Administrator Marcus J. Molinaro said the CTA “failed to meet that expectation."
Federal transit officials have rejected the CTA’s latest safety plan, warning the agency it has 90 days to submit a stronger proposal or risk losing 25 percent of its federal operating funds. FTA Administrator Marcus J. Molinaro said the CTA “failed to meet that expectation."
City Council passes a 2026 budget
City Council approved the so-called alternative revenue ordinance by a 29 to 19 vote. It closes a nearly 1 point $2 billion gap by legalizing video gambling terminals in bars and restaurants, selling of debt to collectors, and institute a host of new revenue items like a new cloud computing tax.
City Council approved the so-called alternative revenue ordinance by a 29 to 19 vote. It closes a nearly 1 point $2 billion gap by legalizing video gambling terminals in bars and restaurants, selling of debt to collectors, and institute a host of new revenue items like a new cloud computing tax.
Rep. Mike Quigley on Epstein files and the future of Obamacare | ChicagoLIVE
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley joins "ChicagoLIVE" to discuss two major national issues: the status of the Epstein files and concerns surrounding the future of Obamacare.
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley joins "ChicagoLIVE" to discuss two major national issues: the status of the Epstein files and concerns surrounding the future of Obamacare.
Meat in a cup? Chipotle launches new high-protein option
Chipotle is expanding its menu with new high protein snack cups, featuring chicken or steak, and the company’s Chief Brand Officer joins us to explain the move. While some fans are calling it “meat in a cup,” Chipotle says the new snack cups are designed to give customers a simple, protein focused option.
Chipotle is expanding its menu with new high protein snack cups, featuring chicken or steak, and the company’s Chief Brand Officer joins us to explain the move. While some fans are calling it “meat in a cup,” Chipotle says the new snack cups are designed to give customers a simple, protein focused option.
Does it feel like everyone is sick? A Chicago-area doctor explains why | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago, does it feel like everyone is getting sick right now? If so, you’re not alone. An Advocate Health doctor joins us to explain what’s spreading, why it feels more widespread than usual and what steps you can take to protect yourself and your family.
Chicago, does it feel like everyone is getting sick right now? If so, you’re not alone. An Advocate Health doctor joins us to explain what’s spreading, why it feels more widespread than usual and what steps you can take to protect yourself and your family.
Postal worker charged with collecting benefits for deceased ex-spouse: officials
A postal service employee has been indicted for collecting benefits for her deceased ex-spouse for over 10 years, according to officials.
A postal service employee has been indicted for collecting benefits for her deceased ex-spouse for over 10 years, according to officials.