Day 35 of government shutdown — Chicago church steps up to feed 3,000 families | ChicagoLIVE
As the government shutdown reaches day 35, delays in SNAP funding are leaving thousands of Chicago families without food support. Pastor Charlie E. Dates, senior pastor of Progressive Baptist Church and Salem Baptist Church of Chicago, has mobilized volunteers and community partners for a large-scale food giveaway.
As the government shutdown reaches day 35, delays in SNAP funding are leaving thousands of Chicago families without food support. Pastor Charlie E. Dates, senior pastor of Progressive Baptist Church and Salem Baptist Church of Chicago, has mobilized volunteers and community partners for a large-scale food giveaway.
You Don't Know Chi: Korporate
Chicago historian Dilla spotlights the people, places, and stories that make the city worth knowing.
Chicago historian Dilla spotlights the people, places, and stories that make the city worth knowing.
Sleep expert explains when melatonin helps — and when it can do more harm | ChicagoLIVE
After a new study linked melatonin to possible heart health risks, "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with a sleep medicine specialist from Northwestern University about what the research really means. She explains when melatonin can be helpful, why timing and dosage matter more than strength, and how high doses may do more harm than good.
After a new study linked melatonin to possible heart health risks, "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with a sleep medicine specialist from Northwestern University about what the research really means. She explains when melatonin can be helpful, why timing and dosage matter more than strength, and how high doses may do more harm than good.
You Don't Know Chi: Father Michael Pfleger
Chicago historian Dilla spotlights the people, places, and stories that make the city worth knowing.
Chicago historian Dilla spotlights the people, places, and stories that make the city worth knowing.
New melatonin study raises heart health concerns — what doctors say you should know | ChicagoLIVE
A new American Heart Association report has people asking whether melatonin—the popular sleep aid—could pose heart health risks with long-term use. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Dr. Tochukwu M. Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center, who explains what the study actually shows, why it’s too early to link melatonin directly to heart disease, and what patients should know before using sleep supplements.
A new American Heart Association report has people asking whether melatonin—the popular sleep aid—could pose heart health risks with long-term use. "ChicagoLIVE" speaks with Dr. Tochukwu M. Okwuosa of Rush University Medical Center, who explains what the study actually shows, why it’s too early to link melatonin directly to heart disease, and what patients should know before using sleep supplements.
Illinois Republicans criticize new energy bill | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois Republican State Senator Jason Plummer warns the new Clean and Reliable Grid Act could hike energy bills and shift power to state agencies. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Illinois Republican State Senator Jason Plummer warns the new Clean and Reliable Grid Act could hike energy bills and shift power to state agencies. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Fox 5 New York reporter breaks down high-stakes NYC mayoral race | ChicagoLIVE
Fox 5 New York reporter breaks down high-stakes NYC mayoral race. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Fox 5 New York reporter breaks down high-stakes NYC mayoral race. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Former FBI agents explains ‘do-over’ in Chicago gang trial | ChicagoLIVE
Former FBI specialist Ross Rice explains why two major Chicago gang cases are headed for retrial. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Former FBI specialist Ross Rice explains why two major Chicago gang cases are headed for retrial. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Top dating questions answered by relationship expert Bela Gandhi
From when to accept a dinner invite to how to talk about serious life experiences, Smart Dating Academy’s Bela Gandhi answers real questions about finding love and dating with confidence this holiday season.
From when to accept a dinner invite to how to talk about serious life experiences, Smart Dating Academy’s Bela Gandhi answers real questions about finding love and dating with confidence this holiday season.
Airport delays worsen nationwide as govt shutdown hits day 35
With the longest government shutdown in U.S. history dragging into its second month, unpaid TSA agents and air traffic controllers are calling out, causing massive flight delays and raising new safety concerns at airports across the country.
With the longest government shutdown in U.S. history dragging into its second month, unpaid TSA agents and air traffic controllers are calling out, causing massive flight delays and raising new safety concerns at airports across the country.
Chicago library workers speak out against proposed cuts
Chicago library workers expressed their concerns about proposed cuts at City Hall today. The City Council's 2026 budget calls for nearly 90 library positions to be eliminated.
Chicago library workers expressed their concerns about proposed cuts at City Hall today. The City Council's 2026 budget calls for nearly 90 library positions to be eliminated.
Court hearing underway over conditions inside Broadview ICE facility
A federal court is reviewing allegations of poor conditions at a Broadview ICE detention center.
A federal court is reviewing allegations of poor conditions at a Broadview ICE detention center.
Flight evacuated after security incident onboard at Reagan National
Passengers were evacuated from a United Airlines flight at Reagan National Airport Tuesday after a reported security incident onboard.
Passengers were evacuated from a United Airlines flight at Reagan National Airport Tuesday after a reported security incident onboard.
Kevin Bridges at the Riviera Theatre November 9 | ChicagoNOW
Comedian Kevin Bridges is making a stop in Chicago for his comedy tour on November 9th, performing at the Riviera Theatre. Bridges stops by ChicagoNOW to tease the tour and what fans can expect.
Comedian Kevin Bridges is making a stop in Chicago for his comedy tour on November 9th, performing at the Riviera Theatre. Bridges stops by ChicagoNOW to tease the tour and what fans can expect.
2025 Chicago holiday retail survey expects less spending | ChicagoNOW
The Deloitte 2025 Chicago Holiday Retail Survey shows local shoppers plan on spending less this holiday season. Matt Adams, principal at Deloitte specializing in retail has more on the findings.
The Deloitte 2025 Chicago Holiday Retail Survey shows local shoppers plan on spending less this holiday season. Matt Adams, principal at Deloitte specializing in retail has more on the findings.
Local Chicago author offers a different point of view | ChicagoNOW
A local mom and author is bringing a much needed picture book series to the world of kids books. Clothilde Ewing joins live in studio to talk about her 'Stella and Roger' series.
A local mom and author is bringing a much needed picture book series to the world of kids books. Clothilde Ewing joins live in studio to talk about her 'Stella and Roger' series.
Attendance drops at CPS in communities with increased ICE presence | ChicagoNOW
A new report from Chalkbeat shows attendance has dropped at many CPS schools with high numbers of Latino students and families. Reema Amin, who wrote the article, joins ChicagoNOW to discuss this report.
A new report from Chalkbeat shows attendance has dropped at many CPS schools with high numbers of Latino students and families. Reema Amin, who wrote the article, joins ChicagoNOW to discuss this report.
New study shows listening to music after 70 can cut dementia risk | ChicagoNOW
A new study from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia says listening to or playing music can lower risk of dementia.
A new study from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia says listening to or playing music can lower risk of dementia.
Closest supermoon of the year is tomorrow | ChicagoNOW
Wednesday November 5th you can expect to see a slightly bigger and brighter moon during the closest supermoon.
Wednesday November 5th you can expect to see a slightly bigger and brighter moon during the closest supermoon.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney dies at 84
Former Vice President Dick Cheney has died at 84 from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney has died at 84 from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease.