DoorDash giving away $100K in gifts to buyers who prove their holiday package will be late
Have a delayed holiday gift? DoorDash says it may be able to come to the rescue.
Have a delayed holiday gift? DoorDash says it may be able to come to the rescue.
Oscars to move from ABC to YouTube starting in 2029 | ChicagoNOW
After decades on ABC, the Oscars will shift to YouTube beginning in 2029 as part of a multi-year agreement with the Academy.
After decades on ABC, the Oscars will shift to YouTube beginning in 2029 as part of a multi-year agreement with the Academy.
World Almanac editor breaks down the 2026 edition | ChicagoNOW
The latest edition of the World Almanac and Book of Facts is out and it’s filled with new data, rankings and cultural snapshots. Executive Editor Sarah Janssen explains how the annual reference is put together and what readers can expect in the 2026 edition.
The latest edition of the World Almanac and Book of Facts is out and it’s filled with new data, rankings and cultural snapshots. Executive Editor Sarah Janssen explains how the annual reference is put together and what readers can expect in the 2026 edition.
Bears fan goes viral after beer freezes during frigid game | ChicagoNOW
A brutally cold Bears game produced a viral moment when a fan’s beer froze mid-sip.
A brutally cold Bears game produced a viral moment when a fan’s beer froze mid-sip.
Chicago-area police search for burglary crew responsible for stealing from several businesses
Berwyn police are investigating a burglary and stolen vehicle incident Wednesday morning that involved six suspects fleeing from officers.
Berwyn police are investigating a burglary and stolen vehicle incident Wednesday morning that involved six suspects fleeing from officers.
The Northwest Indiana Bears? The Chicago Bears eye stadiums outside Illinois | ChicagoNOW
Bears president Kevin Warren says the team is expanding its stadium search beyond Arlington Heights after talks over funding and tax breaks failed to move forward.
Bears president Kevin Warren says the team is expanding its stadium search beyond Arlington Heights after talks over funding and tax breaks failed to move forward.
Man to remain detained in case tied to deadly Chicago shooting
A man accused of illegally possessing ammunition tied to a deadly Chicago shooting will remain in custody while he awaits trial, federal prosecutors said.
A man accused of illegally possessing ammunition tied to a deadly Chicago shooting will remain in custody while he awaits trial, federal prosecutors said.
Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe opens its Chicago pop-up for fans
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe opens its Chicago pop-up for fans
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Trump launches massive ‘Freedom 250’ push to ignite America’s 250th birthday celebration
The new initiative brings together states, companies and organizations to plan and participate in events celebrating the nation's 250th birthday.
The new initiative brings together states, companies and organizations to plan and participate in events celebrating the nation's 250th birthday.
Alternative budget plan makes headway in Chicago City Council
A budget plan advanced at Chicago City Hall could head for a full vote as soon as Friday.
A budget plan advanced at Chicago City Hall could head for a full vote as soon as Friday.
House Republicans pass health care package as deadline nears
A former White House economic adviser breaks down the House GOP’s newly passed health care plan, what it means for Affordable Care Act subsidies and premiums, and the political fight ahead as lawmakers race toward a year-end deadline.
A former White House economic adviser breaks down the House GOP’s newly passed health care plan, what it means for Affordable Care Act subsidies and premiums, and the political fight ahead as lawmakers race toward a year-end deadline.
Man arrested in Chicago after fleeing Rockford police in private ambulance
Chicago police helped Rockford police and the Cook County Sheriff’s Department in taking a man into custody Wednesday night after authorities said he fled in a private ambulance.
Chicago police helped Rockford police and the Cook County Sheriff’s Department in taking a man into custody Wednesday night after authorities said he fled in a private ambulance.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — PBR, Millennium Park Sing-Along, holiday markets
It’s the final weekend before Christmas, which means last-minute gift runs and plenty of excuses to get out of the house. Here's your weekly guide to things to do around Chicago.
It’s the final weekend before Christmas, which means last-minute gift runs and plenty of excuses to get out of the house. Here's your weekly guide to things to do around Chicago.
New York Archbishop Ronald Hicks reflects on living 14 blocks away from Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet as the next archbishop of New York, naming a fellow Chicagoan to lead one of the nation’s largest Catholic archdioceses.
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet as the next archbishop of New York, naming a fellow Chicagoan to lead one of the nation’s largest Catholic archdioceses.
President Trump defends economy, blames predecessor in national address
Political science professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo weighs in on President Trump’s prime-time address, examining its tone, timing and what the president hoped to accomplish as economic concerns and unemployment rise.
Political science professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo weighs in on President Trump’s prime-time address, examining its tone, timing and what the president hoped to accomplish as economic concerns and unemployment rise.
Chicago-area Walmart evacuated due to bomb threat; man charged
A Hoffman Estates man has been charged in connection with a bomb threat that prompted the evacuation of a Walmart store in Streamwood earlier this month, police said.
A Hoffman Estates man has been charged in connection with a bomb threat that prompted the evacuation of a Walmart store in Streamwood earlier this month, police said.
Pope Leo names Joliet Bishop Ronald Hicks as new archbishop of New York
Bishop Ronald Hicks, the current bishop of Joliet, Illinois, replaces the retiring Cardinal Timothy Dolan, a prominent conservative figure in the U.S. Catholic hierarchy.
Bishop Ronald Hicks, the current bishop of Joliet, Illinois, replaces the retiring Cardinal Timothy Dolan, a prominent conservative figure in the U.S. Catholic hierarchy.
Boy, 16, killed in shooting on Chicago's Southwest Side
A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot after someone fired into a building from outside early Thursday in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot after someone fired into a building from outside early Thursday in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
Pope Leo XIV names fellow Chicagoan as new archbishop of New York
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday made his most important U.S. appointment to date, naming a fellow Chicagoan as the next archbishop of New York to lead one of the biggest U.S. archdioceses.
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday made his most important U.S. appointment to date, naming a fellow Chicagoan as the next archbishop of New York to lead one of the biggest U.S. archdioceses.