Groundhog Day 2026: What time will Punxsutawney Phil come out?
It's that time of year again! Punxsutawney Phil is getting ready to make his winter prediction, but you'll have to wake up early if you want to see the famed groundhog.
It's that time of year again! Punxsutawney Phil is getting ready to make his winter prediction, but you'll have to wake up early if you want to see the famed groundhog.
3 brothers die in North Texas frozen pond; mother says she 'couldn't save them'
Three young brothers died after falling into an icy pond in Fannin County during a winter storm, according to the Bonham Fire Department. This is the second fatal accident involving students in North Texas this week.
Three young brothers died after falling into an icy pond in Fannin County during a winter storm, according to the Bonham Fire Department. This is the second fatal accident involving students in North Texas this week.
Anderson’s Bookshop looks ahead after celebrating 150 years
Ginny from Anderson’s Bookshop shares the store’s journey from pharmacy to literary landmark, explains its lasting success, and previews creative book-focused events planned for 2026.
Ginny from Anderson’s Bookshop shares the store’s journey from pharmacy to literary landmark, explains its lasting success, and previews creative book-focused events planned for 2026.
West Virginia librarian accused of recruiting online to kill Trump
A West Virginia librarian has been charged after she allegedly posted videos seeking to recruit assassins targeting President Donald Trump.
A West Virginia librarian has been charged after she allegedly posted videos seeking to recruit assassins targeting President Donald Trump.
40 years later: Reliving the 85 Bears’ Super Bowl win and the wild New Orleans celebration | ChicagoLIVE
It’s been 40 years since the Chicago Bears won the Super Bowl and longtime sportswriter Barry Rozner takes us back to that unforgettable moment. Rozner shares what New Orleans felt like with Bears fans everywhere, how he pulled off a last-minute ticket and why the 1985 team still stands out as total domination. Plus, he compares that legendary run to today’s Bears and what the future could look like in Chicago.
It’s been 40 years since the Chicago Bears won the Super Bowl and longtime sportswriter Barry Rozner takes us back to that unforgettable moment. Rozner shares what New Orleans felt like with Bears fans everywhere, how he pulled off a last-minute ticket and why the 1985 team still stands out as total domination. Plus, he compares that legendary run to today’s Bears and what the future could look like in Chicago.
Video shows Chicago suspects wanted for several smash-and-grab burglaries
Recognize any of them? New video from Chicago police shows a group of burglars committing a smash-and-grab.
Recognize any of them? New video from Chicago police shows a group of burglars committing a smash-and-grab.
Iftar Bazaar returns with immersive Ramadan celebration in Rosemont
Saiema Quadri previews the second annual Iftar Bazaar at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, highlighting the event’s growth, immersive experiences, and opportunities for small and youth entrepreneurs ahead of Ramadan.
Saiema Quadri previews the second annual Iftar Bazaar at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, highlighting the event’s growth, immersive experiences, and opportunities for small and youth entrepreneurs ahead of Ramadan.
Metra alerts riders to warning signs of human trafficking
Metra are doing their part to tackle a very serious issue in the United States - human trafficking.
Metra are doing their part to tackle a very serious issue in the United States - human trafficking.
Cook County convenience store sells $11.6M Lotto jackpot ticket
It was a winning weekend for Illinois Lottery players, with nearly $12.8 million in prizes won across three games, including an $11.6 million Lotto jackpot.
It was a winning weekend for Illinois Lottery players, with nearly $12.8 million in prizes won across three games, including an $11.6 million Lotto jackpot.
Tip leads to guns, drugs and arrests of parolee and brother in Chicago Heights
A tip about a parolee allegedly selling drugs and possessing firearms led authorities to recover multiple guns and narcotics and charge two men in Chicago Heights.
A tip about a parolee allegedly selling drugs and possessing firearms led authorities to recover multiple guns and narcotics and charge two men in Chicago Heights.
Statewide effort aims to cut traffic deaths on Illinois roads
An advocate from the Active Transportation Alliance explains a new statewide initiative focused on reducing traffic fatalities through a multi-pronged approach to road safety.
An advocate from the Active Transportation Alliance explains a new statewide initiative focused on reducing traffic fatalities through a multi-pronged approach to road safety.
Aldermen move to strengthen Chicago’s Welcoming City Ordinance
Chicago aldermen are pushing to reinforce the city’s Welcoming City Ordinance following allegations that police assisted federal immigration agents, with advocates weighing in on what the changes could mean.
Chicago aldermen are pushing to reinforce the city’s Welcoming City Ordinance following allegations that police assisted federal immigration agents, with advocates weighing in on what the changes could mean.
Federal agents expected to leave Minnesota along with demoted Greg Bovino
Starting today, some federal agents are expected to leave Minnesota. The departure comes along with the demotion of Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino.
Starting today, some federal agents are expected to leave Minnesota. The departure comes along with the demotion of Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino.
Boy, 15, charged with robbing teen at gunpoint in Mount Greenwood
A 15-year-old boy was charged with robbing another teen at gunpoint earlier this month in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood.
A 15-year-old boy was charged with robbing another teen at gunpoint earlier this month in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood.
Concealed carry holder shoots attempted robber on Chicago's NW Side
A concealed carry holder shot one of two robbery suspects early Tuesday while being confronted at gunpoint on Chicago's Northwest Side.
A concealed carry holder shot one of two robbery suspects early Tuesday while being confronted at gunpoint on Chicago's Northwest Side.
Chicago crime: Man killed, woman critically wounded in Gresham
A man was killed and a woman was critically wounded in a shooting Monday afternoon in Chicago's Gresham neighborhood.
A man was killed and a woman was critically wounded in a shooting Monday afternoon in Chicago's Gresham neighborhood.
Chicago weather: Gusty winds, flurries and bitter cold grip the region
Cold, windy conditions persist across Chicago this week, with occasional flurries and a possible lake-effect snow threat later in the forecast.
Cold, windy conditions persist across Chicago this week, with occasional flurries and a possible lake-effect snow threat later in the forecast.
Chicago officials confident in salt supply as others face shortages
While crews across the Chicago area plow snow and spread salt to keep roads safe, there is a nationwide salt shortage.
While crews across the Chicago area plow snow and spread salt to keep roads safe, there is a nationwide salt shortage.
Suburban Chicago vigil honors Alex Pretti, calls for accountability after fatal shooting
Despite the bitter cold, dozens of people gathered in Arlington Heights Monday night to honor the life of Alex Pretti and stand in solidarity following his death.
Despite the bitter cold, dozens of people gathered in Arlington Heights Monday night to honor the life of Alex Pretti and stand in solidarity following his death.
Chicago nonprofit plans domestic violence hotline for people who cause harm
A Chicago-based nonprofit is developing a new domestic violence hotline — not for survivors, but for people who are causing harm and want help changing their behavior.
A Chicago-based nonprofit is developing a new domestic violence hotline — not for survivors, but for people who are causing harm and want help changing their behavior.