Homes catch fire on Chicago's West Side
Heavy smoke could be seen for miles as crews battled a large house fire Monday morning on Chicago’s West Side.
Heavy smoke could be seen for miles as crews battled a large house fire Monday morning on Chicago’s West Side.
‘MasterChef’ contestant Ted Pappas talks new season, global gauntlet | ChicagoNOW
“MasterChef” is back, and one of its newest contestants is joining us in studio. Ted Pappas is competing for Team Europe, representing Greece in the show’s global competition.
“MasterChef” is back, and one of its newest contestants is joining us in studio. Ted Pappas is competing for Team Europe, representing Greece in the show’s global competition.
Record rainfall marks Chicago’s wettest start to spring in history | ChicagoNOW
Chicago is off to its wettest start to spring on record, with more than 10 inches of rain already recorded.
Chicago is off to its wettest start to spring on record, with more than 10 inches of rain already recorded.
‘Crime Unfiltered’ brings JonBenét Ramsey, Gabby Petito families to live event | ChicagoNOW
The “Crime Unfiltered” tour highlights stories connected to the JonBenét Ramsey and Gabby Petito cases. Attendees will hear personal accounts and behind-the-scenes details not typically featured in documentaries.
The “Crime Unfiltered” tour highlights stories connected to the JonBenét Ramsey and Gabby Petito cases. Attendees will hear personal accounts and behind-the-scenes details not typically featured in documentaries.
Starbucks launches ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ secret menu with character-inspired drinks | ChicagoNOW
The secret menu includes character-themed beverages tied to “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” available through the app.
The secret menu includes character-themed beverages tied to “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” available through the app.
Little Debbie rolls out chocolate old-fashioned donuts nationwide | ChicagoNOW
Little Debbie is introducing a chocolate version of its popular old-fashioned donuts following strong demand for the original.
Little Debbie is introducing a chocolate version of its popular old-fashioned donuts following strong demand for the original.
Chicago trading card shop burglarized on NW Side
Burglars stole more than $100,000 worth of collectible trading cards after breaking into a Northwest Side shop early Monday.
Burglars stole more than $100,000 worth of collectible trading cards after breaking into a Northwest Side shop early Monday.
Chicago conference focuses on real solutions to gun violence
Alees Edwards discusses the third annual “We Are Our Own Medicine” Gun Violence Prevention Conference and how communities, leaders, and organizations are working together to create practical solutions to reduce violence.
Alees Edwards discusses the third annual “We Are Our Own Medicine” Gun Violence Prevention Conference and how communities, leaders, and organizations are working together to create practical solutions to reduce violence.
Spring blooms at Richardson Farm as Tulip Festival nears in Chicago suburb
Mike Caplan gives a special look at the vibrant tulip fields at Richardson Farm in northwest suburban Spring Grove ahead of the upcoming tulip festival.
Mike Caplan gives a special look at the vibrant tulip fields at Richardson Farm in northwest suburban Spring Grove ahead of the upcoming tulip festival.
Volunteers stack sandbags as rivers in suburban Chicago near crest under flood warning
As the Des Plaines and Fox rivers continue to rise, volunteers in Nunda Township are filling sandbags to help prevent further flooding.
As the Des Plaines and Fox rivers continue to rise, volunteers in Nunda Township are filling sandbags to help prevent further flooding.
Expert analysis: Will gas prices stay high into 2027?
As uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz and stalled peace talks rattle markets, analysts warn that prolonged conflict could keep gas prices elevated, disrupt global supply chains, and deepen economic strain well into next year.
As uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz and stalled peace talks rattle markets, analysts warn that prolonged conflict could keep gas prices elevated, disrupt global supply chains, and deepen economic strain well into next year.
Businesses can seek tariff refunds with new portal after Supreme Court ruling
A new U.S. Customs and Border Protection portal is allowing businesses to claim refunds on tariffs deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.
A new U.S. Customs and Border Protection portal is allowing businesses to claim refunds on tariffs deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.
Expert analysis: Tensions rise as Iran vows retaliation after US seizes vessel
With a fragile ceasefire set to expire and uncertainty over negotiations in Pakistan, experts weigh in on escalating U.S.–Iran tensions, the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, and the role of propaganda in shaping public perception.
With a fragile ceasefire set to expire and uncertainty over negotiations in Pakistan, experts weigh in on escalating U.S.–Iran tensions, the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, and the role of propaganda in shaping public perception.
CPS parents push back on May 1 civic action plan
A group of Chicago Public Schools parents and community leaders will hold a press conference Monday morning to oppose an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union that designates May 1 as a “day of civic action."
A group of Chicago Public Schools parents and community leaders will hold a press conference Monday morning to oppose an agreement with the Chicago Teachers Union that designates May 1 as a “day of civic action."
Suburban Chicago flood warning: Volunteers rush to build sandbag walls
As the Des Plaines and Fox rivers continue to rise, volunteers in Nunda Township work against the clock to make sandbags.
As the Des Plaines and Fox rivers continue to rise, volunteers in Nunda Township work against the clock to make sandbags.
US–Iran tensions escalate as ceasefire nears expiration, new talks begin
A US seizure of an Iranian-flagged ship and sharp rhetoric from President Trump raise fears of renewed conflict as negotiators meet ahead of a fragile ceasefire deadline.
A US seizure of an Iranian-flagged ship and sharp rhetoric from President Trump raise fears of renewed conflict as negotiators meet ahead of a fragile ceasefire deadline.
Police search for driver wanted in deadly Chicago hit-and-run
A woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash Sunday night on the city’s Northwest Side, according to Chicago police.
A woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash Sunday night on the city’s Northwest Side, according to Chicago police.
Former Chicago-area teacher charged with soliciting minor
A former Plainfield District 202 teacher has been arrested on multiple felony charges involving alleged inappropriate conduct with a minor.
A former Plainfield District 202 teacher has been arrested on multiple felony charges involving alleged inappropriate conduct with a minor.
Freeze warning starts the day before warmup across Chicagoland
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
Bears draft necessities + Cubs & Sox big series wins | Chicago Sports Tonight
The Chicago Bears are on the clock — so what position should they target in the 2026 NFL Draft? Mark Grote and Gabe Ramirez join Cassie Carlson to break down first-round predictions and draft strategy. Plus, the Chicago Cubs dominate with a sweep of the New York Mets, Munetaka Murakami is off to a scorching start. Plus, when the Blackhawks rebuild end? And will Billy Donovan return to the Bulls?
The Chicago Bears are on the clock — so what position should they target in the 2026 NFL Draft? Mark Grote and Gabe Ramirez join Cassie Carlson to break down first-round predictions and draft strategy. Plus, the Chicago Cubs dominate with a sweep of the New York Mets, Munetaka Murakami is off to a scorching start. Plus, when the Blackhawks rebuild end? And will Billy Donovan return to the Bulls?