Gary, Indiana, mayor to talk city's future, plan to lure Bears from Chicago
The mayor of Gary, Indiana, is giving his fireside chat to talk about the city's future and his plan to lure the Chicago Bears to the city.
The mayor of Gary, Indiana, is giving his fireside chat to talk about the city's future and his plan to lure the Chicago Bears to the city.
DNA links serial killer to 1992 murder of Oregon grandmother
Authorities say new DNA evidence has solved a decades-old homicide in Oregon, linking a notorious serial killer to the 1992 murder of a grandmother.
Authorities say new DNA evidence has solved a decades-old homicide in Oregon, linking a notorious serial killer to the 1992 murder of a grandmother.
Daycare director in Round Lake Beach says she warned DCFS before 8-year-old’s death
A daycare director in Round Lake Beach says she noticed troubling signs in an 8-year-old boy months before his death and tried to warn the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
A daycare director in Round Lake Beach says she noticed troubling signs in an 8-year-old boy months before his death and tried to warn the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
Family plans to sue Valparaiso Community Schools over football injuries
A Valparaiso family is preparing to sue a local school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
A Valparaiso family is preparing to sue a local school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
Portage, Ind. to make pitch for Bears' stadium development
Portage, Indiana is preparing to present a rent-free proposal for the new Bears stadium.
Portage, Indiana is preparing to present a rent-free proposal for the new Bears stadium.
Early voting for 2026 Illinois primary election begins this month
Early voting across the Chicago area begins this month for the 2026 primary election in Illinois. Paris Schutz as a preview of the major races for local, state, and federal offices.
Early voting across the Chicago area begins this month for the 2026 primary election in Illinois. Paris Schutz as a preview of the major races for local, state, and federal offices.
Buddhist monks complete cross-country 'Walk for Peace'
After 15 weeks and more than 2,300 miles on foot, 19 Buddhist monks finished their journey from Texas to Washington, D.C. The walk was meant to raise awareness about peace, drawing crowds along the way.
After 15 weeks and more than 2,300 miles on foot, 19 Buddhist monks finished their journey from Texas to Washington, D.C. The walk was meant to raise awareness about peace, drawing crowds along the way.
Family plans lawsuit against Valparaiso school district over football injury
A Valparaiso family is preparing to sue a local school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
A Valparaiso family is preparing to sue a local school district, alleging it failed to properly treat their son after he was injured during football practice.
Images of suspect in Nancy Guthrie disappearance released by FBI
The Pima County Sheriff's Department has released new photos related to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department has released new photos related to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Why the Supreme Court’s tariff case matters for U.S. businesses | ChicagoLIVE
A UIC professor breaks down the Supreme Court’s tariff dispute and how the high court’s decision could reshape the way businesses challenge federal trade policies.
A UIC professor breaks down the Supreme Court’s tariff dispute and how the high court’s decision could reshape the way businesses challenge federal trade policies.
AI dating scam costs Illinois man $70,000 | ChicagoLIVE
A suburban man says he was tricked into sending tens of thousands of dollars to a fake online girlfriend created using artificial intelligence, part of a growing wave of high-tech romance fraud.
A suburban man says he was tricked into sending tens of thousands of dollars to a fake online girlfriend created using artificial intelligence, part of a growing wave of high-tech romance fraud.
Former FBI negotiator analyzes new details in Nancy Guthrie case | ChicagoLIVE
Former FBI hostage negotiator Phil Andrew explains what happens behind the scenes in hostage and kidnapping investigations.
Former FBI hostage negotiator Phil Andrew explains what happens behind the scenes in hostage and kidnapping investigations.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — Gangnam Market Lunar New Year, Black Creativity Showcase, more
Need last minute Valentine's Day plans? Here's a list of things to do in Chicago Feb. 13-15.
Need last minute Valentine's Day plans? Here's a list of things to do in Chicago Feb. 13-15.
Cook County Board president debate: Send your questions for candidates
Longtime Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle is facing a Democratic primary challenge for her seat from Chicago Ald.
Longtime Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle is facing a Democratic primary challenge for her seat from Chicago Ald.
These states offer singles the best chance at finding love in 2026
While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.
While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.
Vehicle slams into disabled semi on I-80/94, driver flown to Chicago hospital
New details released in a serious I-80/94 crash near Gary that shut down lanes and sent one driver to a Chicago hospital.
New details released in a serious I-80/94 crash near Gary that shut down lanes and sent one driver to a Chicago hospital.
Suburban Chicago horse stable owner charged for sexually abusing teen employee: prosecutors
A suburban Chicago horse stable owner accused of sexually abusing a teenage employee is facing multiple felony charges, prosecutors said.
A suburban Chicago horse stable owner accused of sexually abusing a teenage employee is facing multiple felony charges, prosecutors said.
Meta, YouTube on trial over social media addiction claims for children | ChicagoLIVE
Opening statements begin this week in a landmark trial claiming Meta and YouTube deliberately designed platforms to addict young users, with potential ripple effects for hundreds of similar lawsuits.
Opening statements begin this week in a landmark trial claiming Meta and YouTube deliberately designed platforms to addict young users, with potential ripple effects for hundreds of similar lawsuits.
Illinois lawmakers near deal on Arlington Heights Bears stadium | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois lawmakers and the Chicago Bears are close to a deal on public funding and property tax measures for a proposed Arlington Heights stadium.
Illinois lawmakers and the Chicago Bears are close to a deal on public funding and property tax measures for a proposed Arlington Heights stadium.
Average U.S. worker has less than $1,000 saved for retirement, study finds | ChicagoLIVE
Even with retirement accounts, most Americans remain far from the $1.5 million experts say is needed for a comfortable retirement.
Even with retirement accounts, most Americans remain far from the $1.5 million experts say is needed for a comfortable retirement.