Andersonville’s annual Fika Fest is back this weekend | ChicagoNOW
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Andersonville’s annual Fika Fest returns this weekend with great food and plenty of activities. We’re getting a preview of what’s ahead with Charlie Wein from the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce.

Chi Town Alley is newest attraction at Chicago Auto Show
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North America's oldest car show is adding something new this year. "Chi Town Alley" is celebrating car culture here in Chicago.

T.J. Miller talks comedy, Chicago and touring Midwest crowds
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Comedian and actor T.J. Miller stops by to kick off the weekend with laughs and plenty of Midwest energy. Known for his roles in Silicon Valley, Deadpool and Transformers, Miller talks stand-up, touring, Chicago crowds and what fans can expect from his upcoming shows at the Chicago Improv.

Which phone has the best battery life?
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If battery life is make or break for you when choosing a phone, this one is for you. CNET tested 35 smartphones to find the one that actually lasts the longest.

Humans are heading to the Moon and back. Here’s what to know | ChicagoNOW
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Humans are heading back around the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years with NASA’s Artemis II mission. We’re joined by Dr. Voula Saridakis, head curator at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry and a NASA Solar System Ambassador, to break down what the mission means, what to watch for and why it matters for the future of space exploration.

Super Bowl betting and the risks more people are facing
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With the Super Bowl just days away, sports betting is top of mind for many fans. But with gambling apps just a tap away, addiction specialists warn it can be a slippery slope for some. We’re joined by Dr. Zain Nayani, DO, an addiction medicine specialist at Rush University Medical Center, to talk about how sports betting has become so normalized, warning signs to watch for and where people can turn for help.

Job market shows warning signs as AI fuels economic uncertainty
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New labor data and market swings are raising concerns about the U.S. economy, with experts pointing to artificial intelligence, tariffs and shifting consumer confidence as potential warning signs.

New video released by family in search for Nancy Guthrie
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The Guthrie family has released another video, begging for their mother to be returned. Nearly six days after Nancy Guthrie disappeared, still no suspects, no persons of interest and no signs of the 84-year-old.

WATCH: Coyote eyes off-leash dogs at Montrose Beach
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A coyote caught on camera watching off-leash dogs at Montrose Beach is getting attention as more sightings pop up across Chicago. Cook County wildlife officials say it’s coyote breeding season and remind people to keep their distance.

Experts highlight women’s heart health for National Wear Red Day
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A Northwestern Medicine cardiologist explains the warning signs of heart attacks in women and shares tips for monitoring key health numbers to protect cardiovascular health.

Chicago Auto Show rolls into town
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One of the largest auto shows in North America is back in Chicago this weekend.

Super Bowl ads take center stage as companies spend big for attention
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Ad veteran Dennis Ryan discusses the skyrocketing costs, creative strategies, and early-release hype behind this year’s Super Bowl commercials.

Brook Park Elementary students celebrate Illinois state math championship
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Students at Brook Park Elementary are being honored after earning the Illinois state title in the Prodigy State Challenge by correctly answering more than 17,000 math questions.

Ad veteran previews Super Bowl commercials and the growing role of AI
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A longtime Super Bowl ad creator explains what brands hope to achieve with their commercials, how artificial intelligence is shaping this year’s ads, and whether AI-driven spots will resonate with viewers.