AI and holiday shopping
The busy holiday shopping season is already underway and shoppers are leaning into AI In a big way this year.
The busy holiday shopping season is already underway and shoppers are leaning into AI In a big way this year.
Suburban university finds football player's report of racism credible
There is new attention being drawn to the case of a Aurora University freshman who says two teammates used racist language toward him in August. Now, the focus is on what happens next.
There is new attention being drawn to the case of a Aurora University freshman who says two teammates used racist language toward him in August. Now, the focus is on what happens next.
Price of gold booming
There's a gold rush of sorts going on in America right now. A lot of people are running to buy it, as the price has more than doubled since the start of 2024, recently hitting a record high at more than $4,000 an ounce.
There's a gold rush of sorts going on in America right now. A lot of people are running to buy it, as the price has more than doubled since the start of 2024, recently hitting a record high at more than $4,000 an ounce.
What is a portable mortgage?
The White House is floating the idea of allowing homeowners to take their mortgage with them when they move.
The White House is floating the idea of allowing homeowners to take their mortgage with them when they move.
FBI searching for armed suspect who robbed St. Charles bank
St. Charles Police and the FBI are searching for a suspect who robbed a bank on Saturday.
St. Charles Police and the FBI are searching for a suspect who robbed a bank on Saturday.
Federal budget deal bans hemp-derived THC products in Illinois and nationwide
The days are numbered for hemp-derived products such as Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC in Illinois and across the country.
The days are numbered for hemp-derived products such as Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC in Illinois and across the country.
Federal budget deal bans hemp-derived THC products in Illinois and nationwide
The days are numbered for hemp-derived products such as Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC in Illinois and across the country.
The days are numbered for hemp-derived products such as Delta-8 and Delta-9 THC in Illinois and across the country.
Judge, attorneys inspect Broadview ICE facility after reports of 'inhumane' conditions
A federal judge and a team of attorneys inspected the Broadview ICE facility on Thursday following reports of overcrowding and unsanitary conditions where immigrants said they are sometimes held for days.
A federal judge and a team of attorneys inspected the Broadview ICE facility on Thursday following reports of overcrowding and unsanitary conditions where immigrants said they are sometimes held for days.
Attorney challenges protest restrictions at Broadview ICE facility
Independent attorney and community activist Robert Held is taking legal action against Broadview’s protest curfew hours, calling them unconstitutional. He’s filed a motion in federal court seeking to block enforcement of the restrictions, arguing that free speech loses meaning if the government controls when people can speak or assemble.
Independent attorney and community activist Robert Held is taking legal action against Broadview’s protest curfew hours, calling them unconstitutional. He’s filed a motion in federal court seeking to block enforcement of the restrictions, arguing that free speech loses meaning if the government controls when people can speak or assemble.
Lawsuit filed against Batavia chiropractor accused of secretly filming patients | ChicagoLIVE
Attorney Peter Flowers of Meyers & Flowers joins ChicagoLIVE after filing the first civil lawsuit against Batavia chiropractor Dr. David Hansen, who’s accused of secretly recording as many as 180 patients — possibly more — in his clinic. Flowers details the scope of the allegations, the ongoing criminal case, and how his firm plans to help victims and the community heal from what’s described as one of the most disturbing breaches of trust he’s seen in 32 years.
Attorney Peter Flowers of Meyers & Flowers joins ChicagoLIVE after filing the first civil lawsuit against Batavia chiropractor Dr. David Hansen, who’s accused of secretly recording as many as 180 patients — possibly more — in his clinic. Flowers details the scope of the allegations, the ongoing criminal case, and how his firm plans to help victims and the community heal from what’s described as one of the most disturbing breaches of trust he’s seen in 32 years.
Chicago alderman says he has ‘no regrets’ after Pritzker clash, eyes congressional bid | ChicagoLIVE
Following a viral confrontation with Gov. JB Pritzker at a Veterans Day event, Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez tells ChicagoLIVE he stands by his questions about taxing corporations and supporting working families. He also discusses why he’s weighing an independent run for Congress in Illinois’ 4th District.
Following a viral confrontation with Gov. JB Pritzker at a Veterans Day event, Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez tells ChicagoLIVE he stands by his questions about taxing corporations and supporting working families. He also discusses why he’s weighing an independent run for Congress in Illinois’ 4th District.
Car overturns on I-55 in Will County
A car was left upside down on the side of I-55 in Will County following a crash Wednesday morning. One lane was partially closed as cleanup efforts were underway.
A car was left upside down on the side of I-55 in Will County following a crash Wednesday morning. One lane was partially closed as cleanup efforts were underway.
Don’t fall for it — no new stimulus checks are coming | ChicagoLIVE
Rumors of new stimulus payments are spreading online, but they’re not true. Bankrate’s Mark Hamrick joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why Congress isn’t authorizing new checks, what’s really behind the talk of “tariff payments,” and how to avoid scams trying to cash in on the confusion.
Rumors of new stimulus payments are spreading online, but they’re not true. Bankrate’s Mark Hamrick joins ChicagoLIVE to explain why Congress isn’t authorizing new checks, what’s really behind the talk of “tariff payments,” and how to avoid scams trying to cash in on the confusion.
‘Arrest Me Daddy’ Rapper Adamn Killa addresses Chicago arrest and viral fame
The Chicago rapper behind ‘arrest me daddy’ breaks down the arrest that sparked headlines, internet fame and new music. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
The Chicago rapper behind ‘arrest me daddy’ breaks down the arrest that sparked headlines, internet fame and new music. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Illinois health expert urges parents to stop using recalled ByHeart formula | ChicagoLIVE
Deputy State Epidemiologist Connie Austin joined ChicagoLIVE with an urgent message for parents: stop using ByHeart infant formula after cases of infant botulism were confirmed across multiple states. She shares what symptoms to look out for and why it’s important to contact your doctor right away if your baby may have been exposed.
Deputy State Epidemiologist Connie Austin joined ChicagoLIVE with an urgent message for parents: stop using ByHeart infant formula after cases of infant botulism were confirmed across multiple states. She shares what symptoms to look out for and why it’s important to contact your doctor right away if your baby may have been exposed.
What are portable, assumable mortgages?
The Trump administration is proposing 50-year, portable and assumable mortgages to boost housing affordability, but experts are also warning of market trade-offs. Here's what to know.
The Trump administration is proposing 50-year, portable and assumable mortgages to boost housing affordability, but experts are also warning of market trade-offs. Here's what to know.
No fare hikes, service cuts in Metra’s 2026 budget plan as RTA weighs final approval
Metra has approved a $1.2 billion operating budget for 2026 that, if finalized, will not include fare hikes or service reductions.
Metra has approved a $1.2 billion operating budget for 2026 that, if finalized, will not include fare hikes or service reductions.
Illinois grandma’s lucky lottery ticket turns into $3 million payday
Move over bingo night — this Illinois grandma just scored the ultimate win: $3 million from a lottery scratch-off.
Move over bingo night — this Illinois grandma just scored the ultimate win: $3 million from a lottery scratch-off.
Aurora man found guilty of shooting ex-partner after car crash, prosecutors say
An Aurora man has been convicted of first-degree murder for shooting and killing his former partner after crashing their car in January 2024, prosecutors said.
An Aurora man has been convicted of first-degree murder for shooting and killing his former partner after crashing their car in January 2024, prosecutors said.
Judge, attorneys to inspect Broadview ICE facility after reports of 'inhumane' conditions
A federal judge and a team of attorneys will inspect the Broadview ICE facility on Thursday after reports of "abhorrent and degrading" conditions inside.
A federal judge and a team of attorneys will inspect the Broadview ICE facility on Thursday after reports of "abhorrent and degrading" conditions inside.