Memorial services for Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
For decades, he stood on the front lines of change preaching hope, demanding justice, and lifting up generations. Today, Chicago remembers reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. not only as a civil rights icon, but as a father, a pastor, and a man whose faith never wavered.
For decades, he stood on the front lines of change preaching hope, demanding justice, and lifting up generations. Today, Chicago remembers reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. not only as a civil rights icon, but as a father, a pastor, and a man whose faith never wavered.
The science behind the basketball shoe squeak | ChicagoLIVE
Ever wonder why basketball shoes make that iconic high-pitched squeak? Applied physicist Adel Djellouli explains the surprising "shoe quakes" happening under your feet and how his research into rubber friction could actually help us understand massive earthquakes.
Ever wonder why basketball shoes make that iconic high-pitched squeak? Applied physicist Adel Djellouli explains the surprising "shoe quakes" happening under your feet and how his research into rubber friction could actually help us understand massive earthquakes.
Prescription drug costs in Illinois: Citizen Action pushes for affordability board | ChicagoLIVE
Anusha Thotakura of Citizen Action Illinois explains the push for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board to stop the dangerous trend of residents rationing life-saving medication.
Anusha Thotakura of Citizen Action Illinois explains the push for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board to stop the dangerous trend of residents rationing life-saving medication.
Southwest ending open seating: Travel expert breaks down the policy shift | ChicagoLIVE
Southwest Airlines is officially moving to assigned seating, a major departure from the "open seating" brand that defined the airline for decades. Travel expert and author Brandon Blewett joins the show to discuss the financial motives behind this move and how it will fundamentally change the Southwest passenger experience.
Southwest Airlines is officially moving to assigned seating, a major departure from the "open seating" brand that defined the airline for decades. Travel expert and author Brandon Blewett joins the show to discuss the financial motives behind this move and how it will fundamentally change the Southwest passenger experience.
Drone safety and FAA rules: Fox Chicago’s drone team explains how to fly legally | ChicagoLIVE
The Fox Chicago drone team breaks down essential FAA regulations, including the strict "no-fly zones" around airports and stadiums like Soldier Field.
The Fox Chicago drone team breaks down essential FAA regulations, including the strict "no-fly zones" around airports and stadiums like Soldier Field.
Pokémon fossils are coming to Chicago! | ChicagoLIVE
It’s officially International Pokémon Day! As the franchise enters its 30th anniversary year, Chicago is becoming a major hub for fans of all ages. We speak with Janet Hong, Project Manager at the Field Museum, to discuss the groundbreaking "Pokémon Fossil Museum" exhibition opening Memorial Day weekend.
It’s officially International Pokémon Day! As the franchise enters its 30th anniversary year, Chicago is becoming a major hub for fans of all ages. We speak with Janet Hong, Project Manager at the Field Museum, to discuss the groundbreaking "Pokémon Fossil Museum" exhibition opening Memorial Day weekend.
Chicago weather: Warm today, snow chances return this weekend
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
Kaitlin Cody has your weather update!
US-Cuba tensions rise after deadly shooting involving Florida-registered boat
Tensions between the United States and Cuba are escalating after Cuban officials said troops exchanged gunfire with passengers on a Florida-registered vessel near the island’s northeast coast, prompting investigations, responses from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and cautious reaction from Florida Sen. Rick Scott as officials in Havana and communities in Miami weigh in.
Tensions between the United States and Cuba are escalating after Cuban officials said troops exchanged gunfire with passengers on a Florida-registered vessel near the island’s northeast coast, prompting investigations, responses from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and cautious reaction from Florida Sen. Rick Scott as officials in Havana and communities in Miami weigh in.
Historic Roseland cathedral with ties to Barack Obama | Monument Moment
As Black History Month wraps up, this week’s Monument Moment spotlights a more than 130-year-old cathedral in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood near Pullman—once home to a young community organizer, Barack Obama—that has endured a devastating fire and even a change in denomination over its long history.
As Black History Month wraps up, this week’s Monument Moment spotlights a more than 130-year-old cathedral in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood near Pullman—once home to a young community organizer, Barack Obama—that has endured a devastating fire and even a change in denomination over its long history.
Sheriff's dept. to limit updates to public in Nancy Guthrie case
The Pima County Sheriff's Dept. says it will limit public updates in the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. The FBI also says it has moved some of its Guthrie operations to its Phoenix office.
The Pima County Sheriff's Dept. says it will limit public updates in the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. The FBI also says it has moved some of its Guthrie operations to its Phoenix office.
Are Bears looking to trade backup QB Tyson Bagent?
A year after uncertainty surrounded a new head coach and quarterback Caleb Williams, the Chicago Bears are at the NFL Scouting Combine riding high off a division championship and playoff win, earning strong marks in the latest National Football League Players Association report cards and signaling continued growth as they prepare for the season ahead.
A year after uncertainty surrounded a new head coach and quarterback Caleb Williams, the Chicago Bears are at the NFL Scouting Combine riding high off a division championship and playoff win, earning strong marks in the latest National Football League Players Association report cards and signaling continued growth as they prepare for the season ahead.
Former president Bill Clinton testifies in Epstein probe
Former president Bill Clinton is testifying in unprecedented closed-door deposition over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Former president Bill Clinton is testifying in unprecedented closed-door deposition over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Chicagoans say final goodbyes to Rev. Jesse Jackson
City of Chicago says final goodbyes to Rev. Jesse Jackson on Friday during his memorial services.
City of Chicago says final goodbyes to Rev. Jesse Jackson on Friday during his memorial services.
Ian Lara at Zanies Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Named one of Variety’s “Comics to Watch” in 2023, Ian is a favorite at The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon with 5 appearances and counting. Ian is performing at Zanies Chicago and joins live in studio.
Named one of Variety’s “Comics to Watch” in 2023, Ian is a favorite at The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon with 5 appearances and counting. Ian is performing at Zanies Chicago and joins live in studio.
Battling food desert: Forty Acres Fresh Market
When faced with a food desert and inconvenient shopping options in the Austin neighborhood, one person tackled the issue head on. Founder of Forty Acres Fresh Market, Elizabeth Abunaw, joins live in studio to share more.
When faced with a food desert and inconvenient shopping options in the Austin neighborhood, one person tackled the issue head on. Founder of Forty Acres Fresh Market, Elizabeth Abunaw, joins live in studio to share more.
Local man goes viral as "the programmer" | ChicagoNOW
He’s been “programming” people all around the city, and now he’s going viral for it. Julius Mondragon, also known as "the programmer", joins live in studio to share more about his recent claim to fame.
He’s been “programming” people all around the city, and now he’s going viral for it. Julius Mondragon, also known as "the programmer", joins live in studio to share more about his recent claim to fame.
Spotify's 100 greatest pop songs of the streaming era | ChicagoNOW
Spotify has announced the top 100 pop songs of the streaming era (2015-2026). ChicagoNOW hosts, Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus, react to the top 10 songs on the list.
Spotify has announced the top 100 pop songs of the streaming era (2015-2026). ChicagoNOW hosts, Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus, react to the top 10 songs on the list.
T.I. and 50 Cent's feud is so viral police are getting calls | ChicagoNOW
The 2026 T.I. and 50 Cent feud erupted after T.I. accused 50 Cent of backing out of a promised Verzuz battle, leading to personal online attacks involving family members. T.I. released multiple diss tracks ("War," "Right One," "What a Bully") while 50 Cent retaliated with now-deleted Instagram posts mocking T.I.'s wife and son.
The 2026 T.I. and 50 Cent feud erupted after T.I. accused 50 Cent of backing out of a promised Verzuz battle, leading to personal online attacks involving family members. T.I. released multiple diss tracks ("War," "Right One," "What a Bully") while 50 Cent retaliated with now-deleted Instagram posts mocking T.I.'s wife and son.
Anthropic resists Pentagon demand for full access to Claude AI tool
AI company Anthropic says it will not grant the Department of War unrestricted access to its AI system “Claude,” citing concerns about potential surveillance and warfare applications, as data privacy expert Harry Maugans of Privacy Bee weighs in on how the technology could be used, what legal protections exist for Americans, and whether the government could compel broader access.
AI company Anthropic says it will not grant the Department of War unrestricted access to its AI system “Claude,” citing concerns about potential surveillance and warfare applications, as data privacy expert Harry Maugans of Privacy Bee weighs in on how the technology could be used, what legal protections exist for Americans, and whether the government could compel broader access.
Rosemont restaurant week | ChicagoNOW
Rosemont Restaurant Week is scheduled to return Sunday, March 1 through Saturday, March 7. Owner of Carlucci Rosemont, Graziano Berto, joins to share more.
Rosemont Restaurant Week is scheduled to return Sunday, March 1 through Saturday, March 7. Owner of Carlucci Rosemont, Graziano Berto, joins to share more.