CPS watchdog details sexual abuse, fraud schemes
The Chicago Public Schools Office of Inspector General released its 2025 report, which detailed all sorts of wrongdoing, including multiple fraud cases and a teacher who operated an Only Fans page.
The Chicago Public Schools Office of Inspector General released its 2025 report, which detailed all sorts of wrongdoing, including multiple fraud cases and a teacher who operated an Only Fans page.
Chicago City Council advances ‘snap curfew’ plan despite mayor’s opposition
Chicago’s so-called “snap curfew” ordinance is moving forward after the City Council’s Public Safety Committee voted 11–4 to advance a revised version of the plan, even as Mayor Brandon Johnson says he opposes it.
Chicago’s so-called “snap curfew” ordinance is moving forward after the City Council’s Public Safety Committee voted 11–4 to advance a revised version of the plan, even as Mayor Brandon Johnson says he opposes it.
Car of missing CPS teacher found
We have a breaking news update on the search for a missing CPS teacher. Leslie Moreno has been closely following this case and joins us live with the latest information.
We have a breaking news update on the search for a missing CPS teacher. Leslie Moreno has been closely following this case and joins us live with the latest information.
Bears fans to compete in Ben Johnson look-alike contest | ChicagoLIVE
Bears fans will gather at the Wintrust Sports Complex in Bedford Park for a Ben Johnson look-alike contest.
Bears fans will gather at the Wintrust Sports Complex in Bedford Park for a Ben Johnson look-alike contest.
Quadajah ‘Holly’ Johnson case update | ChicagoLIVE
Tia Ewing joins ChicagoLIVE with an update on the Quadajah ‘Holly’ Johnson case
Tia Ewing joins ChicagoLIVE with an update on the Quadajah ‘Holly’ Johnson case
ICE officer shoots and kills woman in Minneapolis as officials dispute federal account
A woman was shot and killed by a federal officer during an ICE operation in Minneapolis, setting off protests and a heated clash between federal and local officials over what happened. DHS claims the woman tried to run over ICE agents with her car, while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and local police strongly dispute that version, calling it misleading.
A woman was shot and killed by a federal officer during an ICE operation in Minneapolis, setting off protests and a heated clash between federal and local officials over what happened. DHS claims the woman tried to run over ICE agents with her car, while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and local police strongly dispute that version, calling it misleading.
Starved Rock State Park set for major upgrades | ChicagoLIVE
State officials are beginning an $18 million project to repair and upgrade trails, bridges and boardwalks at Starved Rock State Park.
State officials are beginning an $18 million project to repair and upgrade trails, bridges and boardwalks at Starved Rock State Park.
Cook County family sues Roblox over alleged child sexploitation | ChicagoLIVE
A lawsuit in federal court accuses Roblox of creating an unsafe environment that allowed a child to be groomed and sexually exploited online.
A lawsuit in federal court accuses Roblox of creating an unsafe environment that allowed a child to be groomed and sexually exploited online.
'I feel your anger, I'm angry': Gov. Walz addresses deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Gov. Walz held a press briefing Wednesday after an ICE agent allegedly shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis.
Gov. Walz held a press briefing Wednesday after an ICE agent allegedly shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis.
Is your data ever really deleted? An expert weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
A data privacy expert explains how personal information can resurface even after it’s been deleted from data brokers.
A data privacy expert explains how personal information can resurface even after it’s been deleted from data brokers.
What CPS investigators found in sexual misconduct cases | ChicagoLIVE
A CPS watchdog report sheds new light on sexual misconduct complaints within the district. Inspector General Philip Wagenknecht joins ChicagoLIVE with details.
A CPS watchdog report sheds new light on sexual misconduct complaints within the district. Inspector General Philip Wagenknecht joins ChicagoLIVE with details.
Woman killed in ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis | ChicagoLIVE
Minneapolis officials are calling for accountability after a woman was fatally shot by an ICE agent.
Minneapolis officials are calling for accountability after a woman was fatally shot by an ICE agent.
New Illinois police hiring reform raises questions about impact | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois has rolled out new police hiring requirements, but questions remain about whether the reforms will lead to real change.
Illinois has rolled out new police hiring requirements, but questions remain about whether the reforms will lead to real change.
Chicago’s luxury home market hit records in 2025 | ChicagoLIVE
Sales of Chicago-area homes priced at $4 million and above surged to a record high in 2025, according to new data.
Sales of Chicago-area homes priced at $4 million and above surged to a record high in 2025, according to new data.
Chicago approves revised curfew proposal | ChicagoLIVE
City leaders approved a plan to let police impose short-term curfews in response to large teen gatherings that pose safety concerns.
City leaders approved a plan to let police impose short-term curfews in response to large teen gatherings that pose safety concerns.
What’s new in tech? A live look from CES 2026 | ChicagoLIVE
The world’s biggest tech show is underway in Las Vegas. We check in live to preview products driving the next wave of consumer technology.
The world’s biggest tech show is underway in Las Vegas. We check in live to preview products driving the next wave of consumer technology.
Bears-Packers Playoff Preview with Manti Te’o | Toyota Talks
In this week's Toyota Talks, Lou Canellisis joined by NFL Network analyst Manti Te'o to preview the Wild Card Weekend matchup between the Bears and Packers. They discuss how well Caleb Williams will handle the playoff spotlight, how concerned we should be about the Bears defense, and his insights about playing in the playoffs compared to the regular season.
In this week's Toyota Talks, Lou Canellisis joined by NFL Network analyst Manti Te'o to preview the Wild Card Weekend matchup between the Bears and Packers. They discuss how well Caleb Williams will handle the playoff spotlight, how concerned we should be about the Bears defense, and his insights about playing in the playoffs compared to the regular season.
Eerie pink sky appears in Iowa as winter storm rolls in
An eerie pink sky spread across Iowa as a winter storm rolled in. The video was captured by tb11mom on TikTok.
An eerie pink sky spread across Iowa as a winter storm rolled in. The video was captured by tb11mom on TikTok.
Chicago weather: 50s, rain and possible storms before colder air moves in
Kaitlin Cody has your Chicago weather update!
Kaitlin Cody has your Chicago weather update!
Inside the operation that led to Maduro’s arrest | ChicagoNOW
A former FBI counterterrorism official breaks down the planning and execution behind the operation that led to Nicolás Maduro’s arrest.
A former FBI counterterrorism official breaks down the planning and execution behind the operation that led to Nicolás Maduro’s arrest.



















