City Council committee advances alternative budget, defying mayor | ChicagoNOW
Chicago’s City Council finance committee has advanced an alternative budget proposal that would avoid a corporate head tax and make several changes to Mayor Brandon Johnson’s original plan.
Chicago’s City Council finance committee has advanced an alternative budget proposal that would avoid a corporate head tax and make several changes to Mayor Brandon Johnson’s original plan.
Joliet bishop tapped by Pope Leo to lead New York Archdiocese
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet as the next archbishop of New York.
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet as the next archbishop of New York.
Community steps up after burglars steal holiday gifts from Lakeview bar | ChicagoNOW
A Lakeview cocktail bar is receiving an outpouring of community support after burglars stole donated presents meant for families in need.
A Lakeview cocktail bar is receiving an outpouring of community support after burglars stole donated presents meant for families in need.
Border Patrol chief leads federal caravan through Chicago and suburbs | ChicagoNOW
Federal agents led by Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino traveled through Chicago and Evanston Wednesday, drawing protests and confrontations along the route.
Federal agents led by Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino traveled through Chicago and Evanston Wednesday, drawing protests and confrontations along the route.
Barack Obama tours nearly complete presidential center on Chicago's South Side
Former President Barack Obama spent several hours earlier this month touring his new presidential center in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood.
Former President Barack Obama spent several hours earlier this month touring his new presidential center in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood.
Oscars to move from ABC to YouTube starting in 2029 | ChicagoNOW
After decades on ABC, the Oscars will shift to YouTube beginning in 2029 as part of a multi-year agreement with the Academy.
After decades on ABC, the Oscars will shift to YouTube beginning in 2029 as part of a multi-year agreement with the Academy.
World Almanac editor breaks down the 2026 edition | ChicagoNOW
The latest edition of the World Almanac and Book of Facts is out and it’s filled with new data, rankings and cultural snapshots. Executive Editor Sarah Janssen explains how the annual reference is put together and what readers can expect in the 2026 edition.
The latest edition of the World Almanac and Book of Facts is out and it’s filled with new data, rankings and cultural snapshots. Executive Editor Sarah Janssen explains how the annual reference is put together and what readers can expect in the 2026 edition.
Bears fan goes viral after beer freezes during frigid game | ChicagoNOW
A brutally cold Bears game produced a viral moment when a fan’s beer froze mid-sip.
A brutally cold Bears game produced a viral moment when a fan’s beer froze mid-sip.
The Northwest Indiana Bears? The Chicago Bears eye stadiums outside Illinois | ChicagoNOW
Bears president Kevin Warren says the team is expanding its stadium search beyond Arlington Heights after talks over funding and tax breaks failed to move forward.
Bears president Kevin Warren says the team is expanding its stadium search beyond Arlington Heights after talks over funding and tax breaks failed to move forward.
Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe opens its Chicago pop-up for fans
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe opens its Chicago pop-up for fans
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Viewers get an exclusive first look at the new Sonic-themed pop-up restaurant in Chicago, featuring special merchandise, themed menu items, and interactive experiences for fans.
Mariachi Herencia de México brings “A Mariachi Christmas” to Old Town
Grammy-nominated Mariachi Herencia de México talks about their holiday show in Chicago, sharing what audiences can expect and performing a festive favorite live.
Grammy-nominated Mariachi Herencia de México talks about their holiday show in Chicago, sharing what audiences can expect and performing a festive favorite live.
PNC, FOX 32, Bears and Greater Chicago Food Depository unite to fight hunger across Chicago
Leaders from the Greater Chicago Food Depository and PNC Bank discuss the growing need for food assistance in Chicago and how partnerships with the Chicago Bears and community volunteers are helping families facing hunger.
Leaders from the Greater Chicago Food Depository and PNC Bank discuss the growing need for food assistance in Chicago and how partnerships with the Chicago Bears and community volunteers are helping families facing hunger.
Rome’s Joy Companies builds career pathways through hands-on culinary training in Chicago
Chef Cliff Rome explains how Rome’s Joy Culinary and Hospitality Institute is training Chicago residents for stable careers in food and hospitality, expanding workforce development programs, and creating real job opportunities through community-driven partnerships.
Chef Cliff Rome explains how Rome’s Joy Culinary and Hospitality Institute is training Chicago residents for stable careers in food and hospitality, expanding workforce development programs, and creating real job opportunities through community-driven partnerships.
Alternative budget plan makes headway in Chicago City Council
A budget plan advanced at Chicago City Hall could head for a full vote as soon as Friday.
A budget plan advanced at Chicago City Hall could head for a full vote as soon as Friday.
Paws Chicago has a dog to melt your heart
Natalie is charmed by Wonton the dog
Natalie is charmed by Wonton the dog
House Republicans pass health care package as deadline nears
A former White House economic adviser breaks down the House GOP’s newly passed health care plan, what it means for Affordable Care Act subsidies and premiums, and the political fight ahead as lawmakers race toward a year-end deadline.
A former White House economic adviser breaks down the House GOP’s newly passed health care plan, what it means for Affordable Care Act subsidies and premiums, and the political fight ahead as lawmakers race toward a year-end deadline.
New York Archbishop Ronald Hicks reflects on living 14 blocks away from Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet as the next archbishop of New York, naming a fellow Chicagoan to lead one of the nation’s largest Catholic archdioceses.
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet as the next archbishop of New York, naming a fellow Chicagoan to lead one of the nation’s largest Catholic archdioceses.
President Trump defends economy, blames predecessor in national address
Political science professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo weighs in on President Trump’s prime-time address, examining its tone, timing and what the president hoped to accomplish as economic concerns and unemployment rise.
Political science professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo weighs in on President Trump’s prime-time address, examining its tone, timing and what the president hoped to accomplish as economic concerns and unemployment rise.
Pope Leo names Joliet Bishop Ronald Hicks as new archbishop of New York
Bishop Ronald Hicks, the current bishop of Joliet, Illinois, replaces the retiring Cardinal Timothy Dolan, a prominent conservative figure in the U.S. Catholic hierarchy.
Bishop Ronald Hicks, the current bishop of Joliet, Illinois, replaces the retiring Cardinal Timothy Dolan, a prominent conservative figure in the U.S. Catholic hierarchy.