Press conference: Chicago Sky introduce top offseason acquisitions & draft picks
The Chicago Sky revamped their roster, signing Skylar Diggins, trading for Rickea Jackson and drafting Gabriela Jaquez. The team introduced their top offseason acquisitions on Wednesday.
The Chicago Sky revamped their roster, signing Skylar Diggins, trading for Rickea Jackson and drafting Gabriela Jaquez. The team introduced their top offseason acquisitions on Wednesday.
Chicago mourns wife, son of late Cook County Commissioner | The Chicago Report
Cook County Board Commissioner Bill Lowry was a friend of the Deer family and is joining us now on The Chicago Report.
Cook County Board Commissioner Bill Lowry was a friend of the Deer family and is joining us now on The Chicago Report.
Family of Marquise Pryor continues fight for justice
It has been four years since Marquise Pryor, a former basketball star at Orr Academy, was shot and killed on the south side. His family still has questions. Joanie Lum just spoke with them.
It has been four years since Marquise Pryor, a former basketball star at Orr Academy, was shot and killed on the south side. His family still has questions. Joanie Lum just spoke with them.
Mom says veteran daughter's belongings tossed after death
A mother got the call no parent ever wants to get. Her daughter, Alexis Walker, who served in the marines, was found dead in her apartment. She was just 25. And to make matters worse when she was finally let inside her daughter’s unit, it was completely empty leaving her with nothing to remember her by.
A mother got the call no parent ever wants to get. Her daughter, Alexis Walker, who served in the marines, was found dead in her apartment. She was just 25. And to make matters worse when she was finally let inside her daughter’s unit, it was completely empty leaving her with nothing to remember her by.
Markham to honor officers for solving double murder case
Markham officials will recognize investigators who quickly solved a 2025 double murder case, leading to an arrest within 48 hours.
Markham officials will recognize investigators who quickly solved a 2025 double murder case, leading to an arrest within 48 hours.
Chicago mayor speaks after alders fail to override his veto on tipped wage ordinance
Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks to media after alders fail to override his veto on the tipped wage ordinance.
Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks to media after alders fail to override his veto on the tipped wage ordinance.
Will cell phones be banned in all Illinois schools?
Clock’s running in Springfield as lawmakers face a deadline to decide which bills move forward. One thing still up in the air --- a statewide cell phone ban for schools. Bret Buganski is live in Evanston.
Clock’s running in Springfield as lawmakers face a deadline to decide which bills move forward. One thing still up in the air --- a statewide cell phone ban for schools. Bret Buganski is live in Evanston.
How to prevent basement flooding before storms move in
Heavy rain in Chicago can overwhelm the same pipes that handle your home’s waste, and that’s when water can come back up into basements. Ashley Dirks with Redefined Living at Fathom Realty is here with simple ways to push that water away from your house before it becomes a problem.
Heavy rain in Chicago can overwhelm the same pipes that handle your home’s waste, and that’s when water can come back up into basements. Ashley Dirks with Redefined Living at Fathom Realty is here with simple ways to push that water away from your house before it becomes a problem.
Piping plovers return to Montrose Beach for mating season
Chicago’s famous piping plovers are back at Montrose Beach, with returning birds like Imani and Pippin hoping to find mates and start new nests this season.
Chicago’s famous piping plovers are back at Montrose Beach, with returning birds like Imani and Pippin hoping to find mates and start new nests this season.
33 catalytic converters stolen from Humboldt Park schools bus lot
It was a rough start to the morning for many families. Police say someone took catalytic converters from a bus lot in Humboldt Park overnight. Leslie Moreno is there with what's been confirmed so far.
It was a rough start to the morning for many families. Police say someone took catalytic converters from a bus lot in Humboldt Park overnight. Leslie Moreno is there with what's been confirmed so far.
Chicago mayor wins tipped minimum wage fight
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
2 hospitalized after shooting near YMCA in Woodlawn
Two people were hospitalized after a shooting near a YMCA in Woodlawn on Wednesday afternoon.
Two people were hospitalized after a shooting near a YMCA in Woodlawn on Wednesday afternoon.
Chicago OIG report details misconduct, fraud, on-duty drinking by city employees | ChicagoLIVE
A new report from the City of Chicago’s Office of Inspector General outlines multiple investigations into city employees and agencies. Findings include a mishandled death investigation, on-duty drinking, PPP loan fraud cases and allegation of misuse of authority.
A new report from the City of Chicago’s Office of Inspector General outlines multiple investigations into city employees and agencies. Findings include a mishandled death investigation, on-duty drinking, PPP loan fraud cases and allegation of misuse of authority.
Chicago leaders back ordinance to treat squatters as trespassers | ChicagoLIVE
A Chicago City Council committee has approved a measure that would classify squatters as trespassers, making it easier for police to remove and charge them.
A Chicago City Council committee has approved a measure that would classify squatters as trespassers, making it easier for police to remove and charge them.
Lululemon faces probe over ‘forever chemicals’ linked to long-term health risks | ChicagoLIVE
Lululemon is facing new scrutiny as regulators investigate potential use of PFAS in its apparel. Experts say the chemicals have been associated with serious health risks and environmental concerns.
Lululemon is facing new scrutiny as regulators investigate potential use of PFAS in its apparel. Experts say the chemicals have been associated with serious health risks and environmental concerns.
Illinois bill would fund housing, services for residents leaving prison | ChicagoLIVE
A proposed bill would expand housing and support services for people returning from prison. Advocates say the plan could help address housing instability and generate long-term economic benefits for communities.
A proposed bill would expand housing and support services for people returning from prison. Advocates say the plan could help address housing instability and generate long-term economic benefits for communities.
NASA scientist reveals surprises from the Artemis II mission | ChicagoLIVE
Dr. Kelsey Young shares insight after the Artemis II lunar expedition.
Dr. Kelsey Young shares insight after the Artemis II lunar expedition.
Chicago City Council fails to override mayor's veto on tipped wage ordinance
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
Chicago aldermen failed Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon Johnson’s veto, clearing the way for tipped workers’ wages to continue rising toward the city’s full minimum wage.
Stories from the Cities: Guadalajara
This 12-episode docuseries explores the host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
This 12-episode docuseries explores the host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Severe weather again threatens Chicago area
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!
Mike Caplan has your Chicago weather update!