Are we mislabeling our emotions? How to tell anxiety from stress | ChicagoNOW
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We say “I’m anxious” all the time — but are we really feeling anxiety, or something else? "ChicagoNOW" speaks with Marc Brackett, author of Dealing with Feeling and founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, about why we often mislabel our emotions and how to tell the difference between stress, fear, worry, pressure, overwhelm, and true anxiety.

Chicago mayor defends budget as analysts warn of credit risks
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Mayor Brandon Johnson spent more than three minutes defending his 2026 budget proposal Thursday, despite warnings that it could lead to another downgrade of Chicago’s credit rating.

Inside the costumes of Cavalleria rusticana and Pagliacci at Lyric Opera of Chicago | ChicagoNOW
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The Lyric Opera of Chicago presents opera’s most famous double bill — Mascagni’s Cavalleria rusticana and Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci, known together as Cav/Pag. Costume Director Kim Buetzow joins ChicagoNOW to share behind-the-scenes secrets about the elaborate costumes designed for the show.

Support for pet owners impacted by SNAP cuts
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Despite a federal judge ordering SNAP benefits to resume this afternoon, many families have struggled.

Magician Mark Clearview brings mind-blowing magic to A Magical Cirque Christmas in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
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Magician and mentalist Mark Clearview joins "ChicagoNOW" ahead of A Magical Cirque Christmas, the ultimate holiday variety show coming to Chicago’s CIBC Theatre. Mark shares how he got his start in magic, performs incredible mind tricks, and gives a peek into the holiday spectacle.

People missing after cargo plane crash investigation
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Crews have recovered the flight data and cockpit voice recorders from the deadly cargo plane crash in Kentucky.

Judge: Trump administration must pay full SNAP benefits
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A judge is ordering the Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November, and they have until tomorrow to do it.

Chicago airports among 40 facing air traffic reductions
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The FAA plans to reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 of the nation's high-volume markets. It says the cuts are necessary to keep air travel safe as the longest U.S. government shutdown in history drags on.

Metra's Holiday train ready to roll | ChicagoLIVE
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A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

McDonald’s penny shortage sparks cash debate — are we moving toward a cashless future? | ChicagoLIVE
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"ChicagoLIVE" breaks down the buzz around McDonald’s penny shortage, which has the company rounding up or down on cash transactions. UIC Business Associate Dean Shail Pandit explains why the cost of making pennies now exceeds their value and what this could mean for the future of cash payments.

Colston Loveland explains what his favorite aspect of Ben Johnson is
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Colston Loveland's heroics won the Bears a game on Sunday. He chats with Cassie Carlson on earning NFC Offensive Player of the Week, and what he's learned about Ben Johnson as a rookie.

IHSA rule changes could let Illinois student athletes play school and club sports | ChicagoLIVE
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"ChicagoLIVE" speaks with State Representative Janet Yang Rohr of Naperville about new efforts to change IHSA rules that currently prevent student athletes from competing in both school and club sports.

27 years later: Palatine Police revisit disappearance of Anthony “Tony” Klama | ChicagoLIVE
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It’s been 27 years since Anthony “Tony” Klama vanished from Palatine, Illinois, and investigators are taking a fresh look at the case. "ChicagoLIVE "speaks with Deputy Chief David Brandwein from the Palatine Police Department, who explains how new technology and changed relationships could finally bring answers to Tony’s family.

Aviation expert reflects on O'Hare's tragic past and flight safety | ChicagoLIVE
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Attorney Bob Clifford discusses the UPS plane crash and recalls the devastating 1979 O'Hare disaster that claimed more than 270 loves. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

October sees biggest wave of job cuts in over two decades | ChicagoLIVE
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Layoffs surged last month, sparking concern among experts. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

Sydney Sweeney packs a punch in new boxing biopic 'Christy'
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The actress opens up about transforming her body, training for real fight scenes, and stepping into the ring to portray legendary boxer Christy Martin — now hitting theaters nationwide.