Experts warn of mental health risks from AI chatbots | ChicagoLIVE
As AI chatbots grow in popularity, mental health experts urge caution.
As AI chatbots grow in popularity, mental health experts urge caution.
Monument Moment: Beardless Lincoln
A lesser-known Lincoln statue in Chicago’s Lincoln Square shows the future president clean-shaven, honoring his many pre-presidency visits to the city—before a young girl’s letter helped inspire the beard we all recognize today.
A lesser-known Lincoln statue in Chicago’s Lincoln Square shows the future president clean-shaven, honoring his many pre-presidency visits to the city—before a young girl’s letter helped inspire the beard we all recognize today.
Joliet man charged with murder in shooting deaths of mother, young son
A Joliet man is now charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of a mother and her 4-year-old son.
A Joliet man is now charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of a mother and her 4-year-old son.
Taste of Chicago returns in July as city unveils 2026 events calendar
Chicago got an early taste of summer with the unveil of the 2026 festival calendar.
Chicago got an early taste of summer with the unveil of the 2026 festival calendar.
Federal Reserve keeps rate unchanged in 1st meeting of 2026
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged even as it's facing mounting pressure from President Trump to be lowered. Here's a look at what's ahead for the central bank in 2026.
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged even as it's facing mounting pressure from President Trump to be lowered. Here's a look at what's ahead for the central bank in 2026.
Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K a year
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.
Chicago CTA rider punched and robbed, police seek suspect
Chicago police are asking for help identifying a man accused of punching and robbing a CTA rider.
Chicago police are asking for help identifying a man accused of punching and robbing a CTA rider.
Chicago's Southeast Side residents renew push against PSI Quantum development
After the Chicago Board rejected a referendum request, Southeast Side residents say they are doubling down on efforts to give voters a say on the proposed PSI Quantum development.
After the Chicago Board rejected a referendum request, Southeast Side residents say they are doubling down on efforts to give voters a say on the proposed PSI Quantum development.
TV meteorologist among 2 killed in Idaho plane crash
A broadcast meteorologist from a local Idaho television station was among two men killed Tuesday morning when a small plane crashed.
A broadcast meteorologist from a local Idaho television station was among two men killed Tuesday morning when a small plane crashed.
Chicago crossing guard praised after carrying child across flooded street | ChicagoNOW
A local crossing guard gained widespread attention when a news helicopter captured him carrying a child across an icy, flooded street.
A local crossing guard gained widespread attention when a news helicopter captured him carrying a child across an icy, flooded street.
Patrick Dempsey, Michael Imperioli discuss new FOX thriller ‘Memory of a Killer’ | ChicagoNOW
The new series Memory of a Killer follows a man juggling a secret life as a contract killer while battling early-onset Alzheimer’s. Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli talk about the series and what viewers can expect from its suspenseful twists.
The new series Memory of a Killer follows a man juggling a secret life as a contract killer while battling early-onset Alzheimer’s. Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli talk about the series and what viewers can expect from its suspenseful twists.
Survey tracks Americans' No-Spend January efforts | ChicagoNOW
Nerd Wallet’s Kimberly Palmer shares insights on No-Spend January 2026.
Nerd Wallet’s Kimberly Palmer shares insights on No-Spend January 2026.
Harry Caray’s to host Groundhog Day celebration honoring Harold Ramis | ChicagoNOW
Harry Caray’s at Navy Pier is celebrating Groundhog Day with a special tribute to Chicago-born filmmaker Harold Ramis.
Harry Caray’s at Navy Pier is celebrating Groundhog Day with a special tribute to Chicago-born filmmaker Harold Ramis.
Inside Truly Ghouly: Where books, masks and paintings get a spooky spin | ChicagoNOW
Robert Kelsey’s Truly Ghouly Workshop turns everyday items into art you won’t see anywhere else.
Robert Kelsey’s Truly Ghouly Workshop turns everyday items into art you won’t see anywhere else.
How close is Illinois to becoming tobacco-free? New report weighs in | ChicagoNOW
The American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” report shares Illinois’ progress in reducing tobacco use.
The American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” report shares Illinois’ progress in reducing tobacco use.
West Chicago teacher placed on leave after pro-ICE Facebook post sparks backlash
A West Chicago teacher is on leave after a Facebook post supporting ICE sparked community backlash.
A West Chicago teacher is on leave after a Facebook post supporting ICE sparked community backlash.
Eskarle La Cruz Romero: Young Chicago mother reported missing
Chicago police say they're searching for a young mom believed to be with her two children.
Chicago police say they're searching for a young mom believed to be with her two children.
Chicago-area man sentenced to 48 years for child sexual exploitation
A Park Forest man has been sentenced to 48 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting a minor and trafficking images of child sexual abuse.
A Park Forest man has been sentenced to 48 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting a minor and trafficking images of child sexual abuse.
US population growth slowest since COVID-19 pandemic
The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.
The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.
Kinzie Chophouse serves up favorites for Chicago Restaurant Week
The iconic Chicago steakhouse highlights what keeps diners coming back and shares the special dishes they’re featuring for Restaurant Week.
The iconic Chicago steakhouse highlights what keeps diners coming back and shares the special dishes they’re featuring for Restaurant Week.