Astronomers discover sugar in space, offering hints to life’s origins
Astronomers have detected a type of sugar in space that’s also found in raspberries.
Astronomers have detected a type of sugar in space that’s also found in raspberries.
Data center fears grow after massive land purchases in Chicago suburb
Essex residents are raising concerns after Constellation Energy purchased more than 700 acres near the village, fueling speculation about a possible data center.
Essex residents are raising concerns after Constellation Energy purchased more than 700 acres near the village, fueling speculation about a possible data center.
Father Pfleger supporters react to latest sex abuse claims: 'We want him back'
Father Michael Pfleger was removed by the Chicago Archdiocese amid an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a former St. Sabina student dating back to the 90s.
Father Michael Pfleger was removed by the Chicago Archdiocese amid an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a former St. Sabina student dating back to the 90s.
Cyclosporiasis latest: 'Tenacious' diarrhea parasite lingers in Illinois
Illinois officials are continuing to monitor an increase in cyclosporiasis cases that have been wreaking havoc across the Midwest.
Illinois officials are continuing to monitor an increase in cyclosporiasis cases that have been wreaking havoc across the Midwest.
Historic World War II submarine to sail across Lake Michigan
The USS Silversides is crossing Lake Michigan on its way to Wisconsin for repairs. Scott Hardin, curator of the USS Silversides Submarine Museum, joins The Loop to discuss the historic submarine.
The USS Silversides is crossing Lake Michigan on its way to Wisconsin for repairs. Scott Hardin, curator of the USS Silversides Submarine Museum, joins The Loop to discuss the historic submarine.
Chicago extreme heat: Cooling centers open as heat index nears 100°
🥵Extreme heat is moving into Chicago this week. Here's where you can find a cooling center and how to stay safe.
🥵Extreme heat is moving into Chicago this week. Here's where you can find a cooling center and how to stay safe.
Poll finds support for vaccine access as U.S. nears another record year of measles
As the U.S. nears another year of record measles cases, a new bipartisan poll shows strong support for vaccine access. Candace Dematteis of the Partnership to Fight Infectious Disease joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the findings.
As the U.S. nears another year of record measles cases, a new bipartisan poll shows strong support for vaccine access. Candace Dematteis of the Partnership to Fight Infectious Disease joins Good Day Chicago to discuss the findings.
Cook County crime: Chicago man, suburban woman charged in separate felony gun cases
Two people are facing felony gun charges after separate Cook County arrests on the same day. Here's what sheriff's police say happened.
Two people are facing felony gun charges after separate Cook County arrests on the same day. Here's what sheriff's police say happened.
Trump: US reinstating blockade at the Strait of Hormuz
President Trump posted to Truth Social, stating the U.S. is reinstating the blockade at the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump posted to Truth Social, stating the U.S. is reinstating the blockade at the Strait of Hormuz.
Person injured in shooting on I-57 in Chicago's south suburbs
One person was injured in an early morning shooting on I-57 in Harvey. Northbound lanes were closed for hours as ISP investigated.
One person was injured in an early morning shooting on I-57 in Harvey. Northbound lanes were closed for hours as ISP investigated.
How Secret Service security has changed 2 years after Trump assassination attempt
Security consultant Michael Verden discusses the changes the U.S. Secret Service has made since the 2024 assassination attempt on then-presidential candidate Donald Trump, including reforms prompted by congressional investigations.
Security consultant Michael Verden discusses the changes the U.S. Secret Service has made since the 2024 assassination attempt on then-presidential candidate Donald Trump, including reforms prompted by congressional investigations.
CDC: Cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries, past US cases linked to imported produce
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries and is most common in tropical and subtropical regions.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries and is most common in tropical and subtropical regions.
Expert analysis: US-Iran strikes raise questions about peace talks, global impact
North Central College professor William Muck explains what the latest U.S. and Iran strikes could mean for peace talks, global markets, the U.S. economy and what Americans should watch in the days ahead.
North Central College professor William Muck explains what the latest U.S. and Iran strikes could mean for peace talks, global markets, the U.S. economy and what Americans should watch in the days ahead.
Body found in Chicago garbage can identified
Chicago police are investigating after a woman was found dead inside a garbage can in a Southwest Side alley over the weekend.
Chicago police are investigating after a woman was found dead inside a garbage can in a Southwest Side alley over the weekend.
Chicago alders weigh $9.5M settlement, parking meter lease and The 78
From a multimillion-dollar wrongful conviction settlement to Chicago's parking meter lease and The 78 development, here's what's on the Finance Committee's agenda Monday.
From a multimillion-dollar wrongful conviction settlement to Chicago's parking meter lease and The 78 development, here's what's on the Finance Committee's agenda Monday.
Driver sought after Chicago hit-and-run seriously injures motorcyclist
Chicago police are searching for the driver who took off after a hit-and-run left a motorcyclist seriously injured in Old Irving Park.
Chicago police are searching for the driver who took off after a hit-and-run left a motorcyclist seriously injured in Old Irving Park.
Chicago alders to consider $9.5M wrongful conviction settlement, parking meter lease transfer, The 78 funding
From a multimillion-dollar wrongful conviction settlement to Chicago's parking meter lease and The 78 development, here's what's on the Finance Committee's agenda Monday.
From a multimillion-dollar wrongful conviction settlement to Chicago's parking meter lease and The 78 development, here's what's on the Finance Committee's agenda Monday.
Woman found dead in Chicago garbage can identified
Chicago police are investigating after a woman was found dead inside a garbage can in a Southwest Side alley over the weekend.
Chicago police are investigating after a woman was found dead inside a garbage can in a Southwest Side alley over the weekend.
Chicago weather: Hottest temps of the year expected this week
Chicagoland is heading into its hottest stretch of the year, with upper 90s expected by midweek. Here's when slight relief could arrive.
Chicagoland is heading into its hottest stretch of the year, with upper 90s expected by midweek. Here's when slight relief could arrive.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.