Why it took 50+ years to return to the moon, Artemis II explained | ChicagoNOW
NASA’s Artemis II mission marks a long-awaited return to deep space – but why now? We’re breaking down the science, risks, timeline and new tech behind the mission with Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols.
NASA’s Artemis II mission marks a long-awaited return to deep space – but why now? We’re breaking down the science, risks, timeline and new tech behind the mission with Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols.
Sugar the surfing dog, beloved wave-riding champion and therapy hero, dies at 16
Sugar, a beloved surfing dog from California and the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, has died at age 16 after battling cancer.
Sugar, a beloved surfing dog from California and the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, has died at age 16 after battling cancer.
Trump attends Supreme Court as justices hear birthright citizenship case
The Supreme Court cast doubt Wednesday on President Donald Trump’s attempt to restrict birthright citizenship in a high‑stakes case highlighted by the president’s appearance in the courtroom.
The Supreme Court cast doubt Wednesday on President Donald Trump’s attempt to restrict birthright citizenship in a high‑stakes case highlighted by the president’s appearance in the courtroom.
Missing 15-year-old Sullivan High basketball player found safe, family says
A Chicago family is overjoyed after announcing their missing 15-year-old daughter from Rogers Park has been found safe.
A Chicago family is overjoyed after announcing their missing 15-year-old daughter from Rogers Park has been found safe.
‘The Masked Singer’ finale will be interrupted by Trump’s primetime address: What to know
Trump’s primetime address on Iran is expected to interrupt "The Masked Singer" finale on Wednesday. Here's what to know.
Trump’s primetime address on Iran is expected to interrupt "The Masked Singer" finale on Wednesday. Here's what to know.
Tacos & Tequila Festival 2026: Lineup, tickets, what to know
A popular throwback music and food festival is making its way to Chicago for the fourth year in a row. Here's what we know.
A popular throwback music and food festival is making its way to Chicago for the fourth year in a row. Here's what we know.
Chicago to invest $300M in affordable housing
Chicago officials announced a more than $300 million investment in affordable housing developments that will create or maintain more than 1,200 units across the city.
Chicago officials announced a more than $300 million investment in affordable housing developments that will create or maintain more than 1,200 units across the city.
Bears President Kevin Warren sets timeline to decide between Illinois and Indiana
The Chicago Bears are closing in on one of the biggest decisions the franchise will have made in years.
The Chicago Bears are closing in on one of the biggest decisions the franchise will have made in years.
Mangione trial pushed to October as judge delays proceedings
The decision follows a request from Mangione’s defense team to postpone the trial, which had previously been scheduled to begin Sept. 8.
The decision follows a request from Mangione’s defense team to postpone the trial, which had previously been scheduled to begin Sept. 8.
Indiana woman arrested after man seriously hurt in stabbing, police say
A northwest Indiana woman was arrested after a man was seriously injured in a stabbing early Tuesday, police said.
A northwest Indiana woman was arrested after a man was seriously injured in a stabbing early Tuesday, police said.
Chicago to invest $300M in affordable housing, adding more than 1,200 units
Chicago officials announced a more than $300 million investment in affordable housing developments that will create or maintain more than 1,200 units across the city.
Chicago officials announced a more than $300 million investment in affordable housing developments that will create or maintain more than 1,200 units across the city.
Anticipation builds ahead of Artemis II launch
A preview of NASA’s Artemis II mission breaks down the goals, crew and historic significance of the first crewed journey toward the moon in more than 50 years.
A preview of NASA’s Artemis II mission breaks down the goals, crew and historic significance of the first crewed journey toward the moon in more than 50 years.
Asian Pop-Up Cinema marks 20 years bringing Asian films to Chicago
Sophia Wong Boccio and Angel Aquino highlight the milestone 20th Asian Pop-Up Cinema Film Festival, showcasing diverse stories and international films for Chicago audiences.
Sophia Wong Boccio and Angel Aquino highlight the milestone 20th Asian Pop-Up Cinema Film Festival, showcasing diverse stories and international films for Chicago audiences.
Quadruple amputee cornhole player held without bond in fatal shooting following extradition
A quadruple amputee professional cornhole player accused of killing a friend in Maryland was ordered held without bond after a court appearance Wednesday morning, following his extradition from Virginia.
A quadruple amputee professional cornhole player accused of killing a friend in Maryland was ordered held without bond after a court appearance Wednesday morning, following his extradition from Virginia.
Chicago man faces attempted murder, robbery charges in January shooting
A Chicago man has been charged with shooting a man and robbing two other people at gunpoint earlier this year on the city's West Side.
A Chicago man has been charged with shooting a man and robbing two other people at gunpoint earlier this year on the city's West Side.
Indiana felon sentenced for dealing meth, illegally having gun
A northwest Indiana man will spend years behind bars after a meth and gun conviction.
A northwest Indiana man will spend years behind bars after a meth and gun conviction.
Supreme Court showdown and global tensions: breaking down Trump’s latest moves
Professor Stephen Caliendo from North Central College unpacks the legal and political implications of the Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship, new voting policies and the president’s expected address on Iran.
Professor Stephen Caliendo from North Central College unpacks the legal and political implications of the Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship, new voting policies and the president’s expected address on Iran.
Chicago police: Teen arrested months after separate armed carjacking, robbery at gunpoint
Chicago police say a teen is facing felony charges months after two armed incidents on the South Side.
Chicago police say a teen is facing felony charges months after two armed incidents on the South Side.
Romeca Blackmon murder: Woman accused in South Loop killing returns to court
The woman accused of murdering a mother in Chicago’s South Loop last September was due back in court Wednesday, as her attorneys continue fighting for her release.
The woman accused of murdering a mother in Chicago’s South Loop last September was due back in court Wednesday, as her attorneys continue fighting for her release.
Chicago weather: Showers today ahead of potential severe storms tomorrow
Cool, cloudy weather today gives way to warmer temperatures and a threat of severe storms Thursday.
Cool, cloudy weather today gives way to warmer temperatures and a threat of severe storms Thursday.