Democrats urge mail-in voters to get their ballots in quickly
With the Illinois primary election only a week away, local Democrats are urging those voting by mail to get in their ballots quickly to ensure they are counted after recent rules changes by the Trump administration.
With the Illinois primary election only a week away, local Democrats are urging those voting by mail to get in their ballots quickly to ensure they are counted after recent rules changes by the Trump administration.
How NIL and the transfer portal are changing college sports | ChicagoLIVE
Charlie Minn shares the impact of name, image and likeness deals and the transfer portal on college athletics as the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament approaches.
Charlie Minn shares the impact of name, image and likeness deals and the transfer portal on college athletics as the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament approaches.
Irish Week kicks off St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in West Loop | ChicagoLIVE
Old St. Patrick’s Church will host Irish Week events leading into St. Patrick’s Day, featuring music, dance and family activities.
Old St. Patrick’s Church will host Irish Week events leading into St. Patrick’s Day, featuring music, dance and family activities.
JUICE mission captures closest images of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS | ChicagoLIVE
Ines Belgacem of the European Space Agency explains what new images of Comet 3I/ATLAS reveal about the rare object and the goals of the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) mission to Jupiter.
Ines Belgacem of the European Space Agency explains what new images of Comet 3I/ATLAS reveal about the rare object and the goals of the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) mission to Jupiter.
$10M awarded to Chicago group for youth recreation center in North Lawndale | ChicagoLIVE
Richard Townsell talks about new funding awarded to Lawndale Christian Development Corporation to support youth programs and violence prevention.
Richard Townsell talks about new funding awarded to Lawndale Christian Development Corporation to support youth programs and violence prevention.
Chicago weather: Record warmth possible today before severe storms on Tuesday
Mike Caplan has your weather update!
Mike Caplan has your weather update!
Illinois primary races heat up as outside money floods campaign ads
With the 2026 Illinois primary just days away, political reporter Paris Schutz breaks down where the key races stand and how major outside groups are pouring money into campaign ads to influence the outcome.
With the 2026 Illinois primary just days away, political reporter Paris Schutz breaks down where the key races stand and how major outside groups are pouring money into campaign ads to influence the outcome.
Chicago Ford Plant builds custom car for Pope Leo XIV | ChicagoLIVE
A customized Ford Explorer Platinum assembled at the Chicago Assembly Plant was delivered to Pope Leo XIV during a private meeting at the Vatican.
A customized Ford Explorer Platinum assembled at the Chicago Assembly Plant was delivered to Pope Leo XIV during a private meeting at the Vatican.
What Chicago parents need to know about new labor laws | ChicagoNOW
Employment attorney Daphne Delvaux breaks down key changes to Chicago workplace laws, including expanded paid leave and new protections for nursing mothers.
Employment attorney Daphne Delvaux breaks down key changes to Chicago workplace laws, including expanded paid leave and new protections for nursing mothers.
How to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago without alcohol | ChicagoNOW
Mark Graham shares how The Phoenix is creating alcohol-free events to help people celebrate St. Patrick's Day while supporting sobriety.
Mark Graham shares how The Phoenix is creating alcohol-free events to help people celebrate St. Patrick's Day while supporting sobriety.
Severe Florida drought threatens orange crops and citrus industry
Farmers in Florida are battling the state’s worst drought in 25 years, raising concerns about orange production and the potential impact on orange juice prices.
Farmers in Florida are battling the state’s worst drought in 25 years, raising concerns about orange production and the potential impact on orange juice prices.
Oil prices surge as Iran tensions escalate, new leader takes power
As fighting between Iran and Israel targets energy sites and disrupts oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices climb past $100 a barrel while Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei as its new leader and tensions with the U.S. continue to rise.
As fighting between Iran and Israel targets energy sites and disrupts oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices climb past $100 a barrel while Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei as its new leader and tensions with the U.S. continue to rise.
Chicago concert guide: What shows to check out in March | ChicagoNOW
Music journalist Selena Fragassi previews major Chicago concerts this month.
Music journalist Selena Fragassi previews major Chicago concerts this month.
Brushes with Cancer exhibition highlights art and survivorship | ChicagoNOW
The nonprofit Twist Out Cancer is preparing for its 2026 Brushes with Cancer exhibition, featuring 27 artists who created artwork inspired by the impacts of cancer.
The nonprofit Twist Out Cancer is preparing for its 2026 Brushes with Cancer exhibition, featuring 27 artists who created artwork inspired by the impacts of cancer.
Doctor shares colon cancer screening advice during awareness month | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Salina Lee of Rush University Medical Center explains who should be screened for colon cancer, how often tests are recommended and what patients should know ahead of a colonoscopy.
Dr. Salina Lee of Rush University Medical Center explains who should be screened for colon cancer, how often tests are recommended and what patients should know ahead of a colonoscopy.
Kellye Howard turns laughter into support during MS Awareness Month
Actress and comedian Kellye Howard shares her journey living with Multiple Sclerosis and discusses her upcoming comedy fundraiser supporting her nonprofit MS-ing Around.
Actress and comedian Kellye Howard shares her journey living with Multiple Sclerosis and discusses her upcoming comedy fundraiser supporting her nonprofit MS-ing Around.
Gen Z men believe women should obey their husbands, new study shows
Professor Heejung Chung of King’s College London breaks down a new study examining why some Gen Z men are expressing more traditional views on gender roles—and how those perspectives compare with what Gen Z women are saying.
Professor Heejung Chung of King’s College London breaks down a new study examining why some Gen Z men are expressing more traditional views on gender roles—and how those perspectives compare with what Gen Z women are saying.
New competition invites bold ideas for the future of Chicago’s skyline
Elle Ramel from World Business Chicago shares details about the new “Horizon Lines” competition, an initiative inviting designers, thinkers, and residents to imagine bold ideas for the future of Chicago’s skyline and public spaces.
Elle Ramel from World Business Chicago shares details about the new “Horizon Lines” competition, an initiative inviting designers, thinkers, and residents to imagine bold ideas for the future of Chicago’s skyline and public spaces.
Masked men storm suburban Chicago home, hold victim at gunpoint
A group of masked men forced their way into a Winnetka home Sunday evening, holding a resident at gunpoint before fleeing the area.
A group of masked men forced their way into a Winnetka home Sunday evening, holding a resident at gunpoint before fleeing the area.
Simple financial moves to make now if you want to qualify for a mortgage later
Mortgage expert Jen Poniatowski from Key Mortgage Services explains the simple financial steps buyers can take now—like reducing debt, boosting savings, and improving credit—to get mortgage-ready for a home purchase later this year.
Mortgage expert Jen Poniatowski from Key Mortgage Services explains the simple financial steps buyers can take now—like reducing debt, boosting savings, and improving credit—to get mortgage-ready for a home purchase later this year.