A vote from behind bars? Illinois bill sparks debate
Advocates and lawmakers in Chicago on Monday pushed the RACE Act, a bill that would restore voting rights to people serving felony sentences in Illinois prisons.
Advocates and lawmakers in Chicago on Monday pushed the RACE Act, a bill that would restore voting rights to people serving felony sentences in Illinois prisons.
Local group distributes hygiene supplies to nearly 200 Chicago schools | ChicagoNOW
A local organization is making a big impact across Chicagoland. The Grace Network is collecting and distributing basic hygiene supplies to students in need at nearly 200 schools. Founder and Executive Director Sarah Airola joins us, along with Erie Charter School principal Karem Gomez, to share how the program is helping students feel confident, prepared and ready to learn.
A local organization is making a big impact across Chicagoland. The Grace Network is collecting and distributing basic hygiene supplies to students in need at nearly 200 schools. Founder and Executive Director Sarah Airola joins us, along with Erie Charter School principal Karem Gomez, to share how the program is helping students feel confident, prepared and ready to learn.
A vote from behind bars? Illinois bill sparks debate
Advocates and lawmakers in Chicago on Monday pushed the RACE Act, a bill that would restore voting rights to people serving felony sentences in Illinois prisons.
Advocates and lawmakers in Chicago on Monday pushed the RACE Act, a bill that would restore voting rights to people serving felony sentences in Illinois prisons.
Cook County property taxes increased by twice the rate of inflation, study finds
Property taxes in Cook County have risen at nearly twice the rate of inflation, according to a new study from Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas’ office.
Property taxes in Cook County have risen at nearly twice the rate of inflation, according to a new study from Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas’ office.
TSA workers receive first paycheck since January amid shutdown
Most TSA workers just got paid amid the ongoing DHS shutdown, but it might still be a while before air travel gets back to normal.
Most TSA workers just got paid amid the ongoing DHS shutdown, but it might still be a while before air travel gets back to normal.
Bulverde school shooting: Teacher shot by student, student turned gun on himself, sheriff says
A student at a Bulverde high school shot a teacher, then turned the gun on himself, says the Comal County Sheriff's Office.
A student at a Bulverde high school shot a teacher, then turned the gun on himself, says the Comal County Sheriff's Office.
Cook County property taxes have risen twice as fast as inflation, new study finds
Treasurer Maria Pappas released the study just days before property taxes are due in Cook County and says it's a "call to action."
Treasurer Maria Pappas released the study just days before property taxes are due in Cook County and says it's a "call to action."
Illinois bill would require speed limiters for reckless drivers | ChicagoLIVE
A proposed law would mandate speed-limiting devices for drivers convicted of reckless driving.
A proposed law would mandate speed-limiting devices for drivers convicted of reckless driving.
Human remains found in 2 suitcases left at Palm Bay's The Compound, police say
A 19-year-old man is facing charges after human remains were discovered inside suitcases abandoned in a remote area of Palm Bay, police said.
A 19-year-old man is facing charges after human remains were discovered inside suitcases abandoned in a remote area of Palm Bay, police said.
Michael Jordan’s old house could soon host youth programs in Highland Park | ChicagoLIVE
A proposed development would combine luxury amenities with youth programming and community access.
A proposed development would combine luxury amenities with youth programming and community access.
Gary/Chicago airport expands cargo capacity, eyes long-term growth | ChicagoLIVE
Airport leaders say new investments and expansions are transforming GCIA into a key hub for cargo and corporate aviation.
Airport leaders say new investments and expansions are transforming GCIA into a key hub for cargo and corporate aviation.
Cook County property taxes outpace inflation, report finds | ChicagoLIVE
A new report says tax increases have outpaced both wages and inflation for decades. Treasurer Maria Pappas calls for reforms as costs continue to climb.
A new report says tax increases have outpaced both wages and inflation for decades. Treasurer Maria Pappas calls for reforms as costs continue to climb.
Trump threatens escalation as Iran calls US demands "excessive, unrealistic and irrational"
President Donald Trump threatened to "completely obliterate" civilian infrastructure if a deal isn't reached as Iran calls U.S. demands "excessive, unrealistic and irrational."
President Donald Trump threatened to "completely obliterate" civilian infrastructure if a deal isn't reached as Iran calls U.S. demands "excessive, unrealistic and irrational."
Suspect dies after hourslong barricade in suburban Joliet, sheriff says
The man who barricaded himself inside a home near Joliet on Monday was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The man who barricaded himself inside a home near Joliet on Monday was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Indiana woman accused of killing children's father, his parents in Chicago suburb; new info revealed
New information was revealed in court about an Indiana woman accused of killing her children’s father and his parents last week in suburban Chicago.
New information was revealed in court about an Indiana woman accused of killing her children’s father and his parents last week in suburban Chicago.
Suburban Chicago man accused of driving drunk with toddler in car: prosecutors
A suburban Chicago man faces felony DUI charges after prosecutors say he drove with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.208 — more than 2½ times the legal limit — with his young child in the car.
A suburban Chicago man faces felony DUI charges after prosecutors say he drove with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.208 — more than 2½ times the legal limit — with his young child in the car.
Average tax refund up nearly 11% from a year ago, IRS data shows
The IRS reported the average tax refund is up nearly 11% so far this tax filing season.
The IRS reported the average tax refund is up nearly 11% so far this tax filing season.
Rare ‘Star Wars’ prop sells for more than $1M at auction | ChicagoNOW
A rare prop used in the Stars Wars sequel “The Empire Strikes Back” topped $1 million at a Los Angeles market.
A rare prop used in the Stars Wars sequel “The Empire Strikes Back” topped $1 million at a Los Angeles market.
TSA gets paid as DHS shutdown becomes longest in government history
The Department of Homeland Security shutdown reached 45 days on Monday, setting a new record for the longest shutdown in government history as Congress begins a two-week spring recess.
The Department of Homeland Security shutdown reached 45 days on Monday, setting a new record for the longest shutdown in government history as Congress begins a two-week spring recess.
Barbie Dream Fest draws backlash – attendees demand refunds | ChicagoNOW
A Barbie-themed festival in Fort Lauderdale is facing criticism after guests reported disorganization and underwhelming attractions.
A Barbie-themed festival in Fort Lauderdale is facing criticism after guests reported disorganization and underwhelming attractions.