Stay human in an AI world | ChicagoNOW
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Artificial intelligence is becoming more difficult to tell what is real and what isn't. A new book is taking a deeper dive into how we can live alongside technology, without letting it replace humanity. Author Jeff Burningham joins via zoom to share more on this topic.

Local nonprofit helps steer kitchens from processed foods | ChicagoNOW
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It can be a challenge for institutional kitchens to cook sustainably and from scratch. A local nonprofit is on a mission to help teach kitchens how to steer away from processed food. Greg Christian joins live in studio to share more about the mission.

Colorectal cancer is now leading cancer death in younger people | ChicagoNOW
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A new analysis says colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. for those under 50. Dr. Salina Lee with Rush University Medical joins to share insight on how to screen and test for this cancer.

Johnny Cash for Kids festival returns, celebrating the Man in Black for a cause
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The 21st annual Johnny Cash for Kids Festival brings nine bands, classic Cash tunes, and a live performance preview to the Irish American Heritage Center—raising money for charity while honoring the music that keeps fans walking the line.

Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show sparks Latino watch party in the west suburbs
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Organizers preview a Latino Super Bowl celebration featuring themed food, drinks and music inspired by Bad Bunny’s halftime performance, with plans already underway for future World Cup events.

Elsa and friends skate into Chicago as 'Disney On Ice' hits town
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Just in time for the deep freeze, Disney On Ice brings Elsa, Frozen, and a lineup of beloved Disney characters to Chicago this weekend for a magical, family-friendly show.

Dangerous cold triggers flight cancelations at O’Hare, more expected this weekend
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Extreme cold and a major winter storm are disrupting air travel nationwide, with dozens of cancelations already at Chicago airports and more than 1,400 U.S. flights preemptively grounded ahead of snow and ice.

Congressional candidate Willie Preston confronts domestic battery charge
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Fox Chicago has learned that a candidate running for congress in Illinois has a domestic violence charge in his past. Democratic state senator Willie Preston confirms he made a mistake and slapped his then-girlfriend nearly 16 years ago, but he says it should not disqualify him from running for Congress. He and his wife sat down for an exclusive interview with Fox Chicago's Dane Placko.

Study finds teens value safety and kindness more than popularity
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New research from UCLA reveals that despite the pressures of social media and bullying, today’s teens prioritize feeling safe and treating others with kindness, offering insight into how parents and communities can better support youth values.

What is an icequake? Term trends amid extreme cold snap in Chicago
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The term "icequake" is trending online as Chicagoland deals with an extreme temperature plunge. FOX Chicago's Kaitlin Cody explains what it is.

New peace talks raise hopes—and doubts—about ending the war in Ukraine
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As negotiators meet in the UAE, Presidents Trump, Zelenskyy, and Putin signal cautious optimism, but lingering territorial disputes and political pressure at home cast doubt on whether a real breakthrough is finally near.

5 charged in shooting of Indiana judge, wife
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Five people have been arrested and charged in connection with the Sunday shooting that wounded an Indiana judge and his wife in Lafayette.

Bally's Casino license extenstion?
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Another request by Bally's to extend its temporary gambling license in River North. They were supposed to open its permanent casino this fall. Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski shows you why there are more questions about these new delays.