Mike Madigan asks President Trump for clemency
Former Illinois house speaker Michael Madigan is asking President Trump for clemency.
Former Illinois house speaker Michael Madigan is asking President Trump for clemency.
Loaves and Fishes earns big $5M award from Endeavor Health | ChicagoLIVE
Loaves and Fishes are always looking to serve the community and now they're celebrating a new $5 million reward from Endeavor Health.
Loaves and Fishes are always looking to serve the community and now they're celebrating a new $5 million reward from Endeavor Health.
Illinois adds to endangered and threatened species to list | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois added several entries to its list of endangered and threatened species.
Illinois added several entries to its list of endangered and threatened species.
Safety officials warn about fire risks linked to foam furniture | ChicagoLIVE
Consumer safety experts are raising alarms about foam-filled chairs and couches after new testing showed they can ignite and burn rapidly. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Consumer safety experts are raising alarms about foam-filled chairs and couches after new testing showed they can ignite and burn rapidly. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Android adds emergency live video feature to aid first responders | ChicagoLIVE
Android phones can now securely live stream to emergency services during a 911 call or text, allowing responders to see the scene in real time. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Android phones can now securely live stream to emergency services during a 911 call or text, allowing responders to see the scene in real time. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Gary police sergeant arrested on domestic violence, intoxicated driving charges
“Integrity is the foundation of public safety," Gary's police chief said after a veteran sergeant was arrested this week.
“Integrity is the foundation of public safety," Gary's police chief said after a veteran sergeant was arrested this week.
NASA scientist suggests comet could explain Star of Bethlehem | ChicagoLIVE
Planetary scientist Mark Matney proposes that a long-period comet passing close to Earth may account for the biblical Star of Bethlehem, offering a new astronomical perspective on a centuries-old holiday mystery. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Planetary scientist Mark Matney proposes that a long-period comet passing close to Earth may account for the biblical Star of Bethlehem, offering a new astronomical perspective on a centuries-old holiday mystery. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Chicago man accused of attacking doctor in hospital elevator: report
A Chicago man with a dozen arrests this year is reportedly facing new charges after allegedly assaulting a doctor inside a hospital elevator.
A Chicago man with a dozen arrests this year is reportedly facing new charges after allegedly assaulting a doctor inside a hospital elevator.
Chicago weather: Cold temps remain as snow tapers off this afternoon
The snow will taper into the afternoon with lingering lake effect snow possible in Northwest Indiana.
The snow will taper into the afternoon with lingering lake effect snow possible in Northwest Indiana.
Android users can now share live video with 911 in an emergency
A new feature for Android phone users can provide 911 dispatchers with live video of an emergency as it unfolds.
A new feature for Android phone users can provide 911 dispatchers with live video of an emergency as it unfolds.
More states are restricting junk-food purchases by SNAP recipients — here’s where
Six more states are banning SNAP recipients from using their tax payer funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Six more states are banning SNAP recipients from using their tax payer funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Child jumps out, escapes unharmed after suspect steals SUV in Louisiana
Police in Louisiana say a 10-year-old boy escaped unharmed after leaping from a moving vehicle that had been stolen with him still inside.
Police in Louisiana say a 10-year-old boy escaped unharmed after leaping from a moving vehicle that had been stolen with him still inside.
Epstein files: What’s getting released, when, and what to expect
The countdown has begun for the government to publicly unseal its grand jury files on Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s what’s getting released, and what to expect.
The countdown has begun for the government to publicly unseal its grand jury files on Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s what’s getting released, and what to expect.
Chicago City Council plans more meetings to pass a budget as deadline looms
The Chicago City Council on Wednesday scheduled five more meetings to ensure they can pass a 2026 budget before the end-of-the-year deadline. Alders and Mayor Brandon Johnson have clashed on how to close a more than $1 billion budget deficit.
The Chicago City Council on Wednesday scheduled five more meetings to ensure they can pass a 2026 budget before the end-of-the-year deadline. Alders and Mayor Brandon Johnson have clashed on how to close a more than $1 billion budget deficit.
Trump doubles down on tariffs despite declining manufacturing
The economy keeps shedding manufacturing jobs as President Trump doubles down on his tariff policies.
The economy keeps shedding manufacturing jobs as President Trump doubles down on his tariff policies.
Oak Lawn police: 2 missing teen girls located
The missing girls were found safe on Thursday and reunited with their families, according to Oak Lawn police.
The missing girls were found safe on Thursday and reunited with their families, according to Oak Lawn police.
Lakes Community High School holds toy drive to make the holidays special for kids in need
This is the season of giving and a group of local students is modeling how to hang on to that spirit year-round. This morning, students at Lakes Community High School held a toy drive for the community.
This is the season of giving and a group of local students is modeling how to hang on to that spirit year-round. This morning, students at Lakes Community High School held a toy drive for the community.
Handmade gifts help to fund After School Matters program | ChicagoNOW
After School Matters introduces holiday gift lineup to raise funds for teen programs and hands-on learning. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
After School Matters introduces holiday gift lineup to raise funds for teen programs and hands-on learning. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Finance expert shares tips to teach teens smart money habits | ChicagoNOW
Bank of America executive, Barry Mullan, shares practical advice for helping teens learn budgeting, credit, and financial independence in real-life exercises. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Bank of America executive, Barry Mullan, shares practical advice for helping teens learn budgeting, credit, and financial independence in real-life exercises. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago.
Kentucky State University shooting victim identified as student from Indianapolis
A student was killed and another critically injured in a shooting at a residence hall on the campus of Kentucky State University.
A student was killed and another critically injured in a shooting at a residence hall on the campus of Kentucky State University.