NASA engineer gets double-lung transplant at Northwestern Hospital
A NASA engineer received an innovative double-lung transplant at Northwestern Medicine in the Chicago area.
A NASA engineer received an innovative double-lung transplant at Northwestern Medicine in the Chicago area.
10,000 miles for a miracle: Australian creator helps save Chicago Heights veteran's home
Nearly 10,000 miles from his home in Australia, 23-year-old social media creator Sam Weidenhofer arrived in Chicago Heights with one goal: help save a struggling veteran’s home.
Nearly 10,000 miles from his home in Australia, 23-year-old social media creator Sam Weidenhofer arrived in Chicago Heights with one goal: help save a struggling veteran’s home.
Young Chicago mother of 4 killed after school pickup
A family is mourning the loss of a young mother after a deadly shooting during what should have been a routine school pickup last week.
A family is mourning the loss of a young mother after a deadly shooting during what should have been a routine school pickup last week.
Hantavirus latest: American evacuated from ship tests positive
One American has tested positive for hantavirus and another is showing mild symptoms as the group of 18 passengers from the outbreak-stricken ship arrived back in the United States.
One American has tested positive for hantavirus and another is showing mild symptoms as the group of 18 passengers from the outbreak-stricken ship arrived back in the United States.
Smash-and-grab burglaries hit Blue Island, South Loop businesses overnight
Business owners in Blue Island and Chicago’s South Loop are dealing with another round of overnight smash-and-grab break-ins. Police say thieves targeted a gaming café and a dispensary, as concerns grow over repeat crimes and their impact on small businesses.
Business owners in Blue Island and Chicago’s South Loop are dealing with another round of overnight smash-and-grab break-ins. Police say thieves targeted a gaming café and a dispensary, as concerns grow over repeat crimes and their impact on small businesses.
Cook County court weighs special prosecutor request tied to Operation Midway Blitz
A Cook County judge is considering whether a special prosecutor should be appointed to investigate alleged misconduct in "Operation Midway Blitz."
A Cook County judge is considering whether a special prosecutor should be appointed to investigate alleged misconduct in "Operation Midway Blitz."
Chicago police car rammed during street takeover
Two street takeovers, days apart, in different parts of Chicago. Here's what police are saying and what videos posted to social media are showing.
Two street takeovers, days apart, in different parts of Chicago. Here's what police are saying and what videos posted to social media are showing.
After-prom party shooting leaves Michigan City student dead, 2 injured
A Michigan City High School student was killed and two others were seriously hurt in a shooting at an after-prom party in Northwest Indiana. Investigators are still searching for the shooter as the community mourns and a reward is offered for information.
A Michigan City High School student was killed and two others were seriously hurt in a shooting at an after-prom party in Northwest Indiana. Investigators are still searching for the shooter as the community mourns and a reward is offered for information.
Trump welcomes 2026 National Champion Indiana Hoosiers to White House
President Donald Trump welcomed the Indiana Hoosiers to the White House on Monday. The Hoosiers defeated the Miami Hurricanes in the 2026 College Football National Championship in January.
President Donald Trump welcomed the Indiana Hoosiers to the White House on Monday. The Hoosiers defeated the Miami Hurricanes in the 2026 College Football National Championship in January.
Prom night celebration turns deadly in Porter County shooting | ChicagoLIVE
A community in northwest Indiana is mourning after a shooting at an after-prom gathering left one teen dead and two others injured.
A community in northwest Indiana is mourning after a shooting at an after-prom gathering left one teen dead and two others injured.
Twin Towers in Chicago? Engineer proposes massive tech complex | ChicagoLIVE
Raphael Chryslar is proposing a futuristic Chicago campus inspired by New York’s original Twin Towers – complete with data centers, STEM labs and high-tech security systems.
Raphael Chryslar is proposing a futuristic Chicago campus inspired by New York’s original Twin Towers – complete with data centers, STEM labs and high-tech security systems.
What we know about the hantavirus ship passengers quarantined in Nebraska | ChicagoLIVE
American passengers from the Hantavirus outbreak cruise ship are quarantining in Nebraska. Here's what we know so far.
American passengers from the Hantavirus outbreak cruise ship are quarantining in Nebraska. Here's what we know so far.
Why many Americans are still priced out of the housing market | ChicagoLIVE
Mark Hamrick explains why many Americans are still struggling to buy homes despite signs that affordability may be slowly improving.
Mark Hamrick explains why many Americans are still struggling to buy homes despite signs that affordability may be slowly improving.
Airline fuel crisis could mean pricier vacations and canceled flights | ChicagoLIVE
An aviation expert says global jet fuel shortages are forcing airlines to cut flights and raise fares as travel season ramps up.
An aviation expert says global jet fuel shortages are forcing airlines to cut flights and raise fares as travel season ramps up.
'Luckiest Bulls moment since Derrick Rose' and Caleb Williams MVP talk | Chicago Sports Tonight
Fox Sports’ Danny Parkins joins the show to break down the Bulls landing the No. 4 overall pick in the NBA Draft Lottery — and why it could be the franchise’s biggest turning point since Derrick Rose. Could Caleb Wilson become the next superstar in Chicago? Is Cam Boozer being overlooked? And is it finally time for Bulls fans to move on from the Giannis dream? Plus, Danny explains why he believes Caleb Williams is headed for a top-5 MVP finish in year 3, why talent matters more than coaching in today’s NBA, what type of head coach the Bulls should target, and why Cubs fans can finally exhale.
Fox Sports’ Danny Parkins joins the show to break down the Bulls landing the No. 4 overall pick in the NBA Draft Lottery — and why it could be the franchise’s biggest turning point since Derrick Rose. Could Caleb Wilson become the next superstar in Chicago? Is Cam Boozer being overlooked? And is it finally time for Bulls fans to move on from the Giannis dream? Plus, Danny explains why he believes Caleb Williams is headed for a top-5 MVP finish in year 3, why talent matters more than coaching in today’s NBA, what type of head coach the Bulls should target, and why Cubs fans can finally exhale.
It's not wedding crashing if you pay a fee... | ChicagoLIVE
If you have vacant seats open at your wedding, you can fill them... but it's a bit unconventional. Not a Wedding Crasher is a website that will allow you to attend a stranger's wedding ceremony, for a fee.
If you have vacant seats open at your wedding, you can fill them... but it's a bit unconventional. Not a Wedding Crasher is a website that will allow you to attend a stranger's wedding ceremony, for a fee.
Jim’s Original announces move after 85 years near Maxwell Street: 'Bittersweet'
Jim's Original, a longtime Chicago staple, is moving from University Village to a new location this fall.
Jim's Original, a longtime Chicago staple, is moving from University Village to a new location this fall.
Chicago weather: Sunny and cool today; severe storm risk returns Tuesday
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Route 66 at 100: A look back at the iconic highway
Route 66 is turning 100 this year. Built in 1926 to help travelers head west, the highway runs from Chicago to Santa Monica, California. Chelsea Torres reports on the route’s historic legacy and what it looks like today.
Route 66 is turning 100 this year. Built in 1926 to help travelers head west, the highway runs from Chicago to Santa Monica, California. Chelsea Torres reports on the route’s historic legacy and what it looks like today.
Advocacy groups push for oversight as data center growth expands in Joliet
Isabela Jaimes with GreenLatinos discusses concerns over rapid data center expansion in Joliet, including environmental impact, community input and job creation.
Isabela Jaimes with GreenLatinos discusses concerns over rapid data center expansion in Joliet, including environmental impact, community input and job creation.