45 beagles found in Joliet home — no cruelty suspected, police say
When 45 beagles were discovered inside a Joliet home, many assumed the worst. But Sgt. Dwayne English of the Joliet Police Department tells "ChicagoLIVE" the dogs were found healthy and well cared for, with no signs of cruelty.
When 45 beagles were discovered inside a Joliet home, many assumed the worst. But Sgt. Dwayne English of the Joliet Police Department tells "ChicagoLIVE" the dogs were found healthy and well cared for, with no signs of cruelty.
ICE backlash, shutdown fallout & redistricting battles | Week in Review
This week on Fox 32 Chicago 'Week in Review': an accountability push for ICE as students walk out, the latest on the government shutdown and its impact on travelers and food banks, and new redistricting moves in Illinois and Indiana. On the lighter side: a South Side ump is World Series–bound, Little Bears fans score free shoes, and Chicago salutes Miles Davis at 100. Jump to the chapters and catch up fast.
This week on Fox 32 Chicago 'Week in Review': an accountability push for ICE as students walk out, the latest on the government shutdown and its impact on travelers and food banks, and new redistricting moves in Illinois and Indiana. On the lighter side: a South Side ump is World Series–bound, Little Bears fans score free shoes, and Chicago salutes Miles Davis at 100. Jump to the chapters and catch up fast.
Mpox outbreak hits Chicago communities | ChicagoLIVE
Cook County Health's Dr. Monica Almeida Mercon spoke with ChicagoLIVE's Anita Blanton to explain the potential causes for the rise in mpox cases in Chicago. She also discussed how individuals can protect themselves from the outbreak.
Cook County Health's Dr. Monica Almeida Mercon spoke with ChicagoLIVE's Anita Blanton to explain the potential causes for the rise in mpox cases in Chicago. She also discussed how individuals can protect themselves from the outbreak.
Illinois House Minority Leader responds to new $1.5 billion plan to fund CTA, Pace and Metra | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie joined ChicagoLIVE's Anita Blanton to provide a Republican perspective on a new plan that will fund Chicago-area transit agencies without new statewide taxes. The plan was approved on Friday.
Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie joined ChicagoLIVE's Anita Blanton to provide a Republican perspective on a new plan that will fund Chicago-area transit agencies without new statewide taxes. The plan was approved on Friday.
RAW: Crowds gather in Evanston during ICE operation; damaged car towed from scene
Raw video from Evanston on Friday showed a large crowd gathered as federal immigration officers carried out an operation Thursday afternoon. A damaged car was seen being towed from the area.
Raw video from Evanston on Friday showed a large crowd gathered as federal immigration officers carried out an operation Thursday afternoon. A damaged car was seen being towed from the area.
Mount Carmel prepares for another Loyola clash | ChicagoLIVE
Mount Carmel athletic director Phil Segroves joined ChicagoLIVE ahead of the team’s highly anticipated playoff rematch with Loyola Academy — a rivalry built on decades of Catholic League football tradition.
Mount Carmel athletic director Phil Segroves joined ChicagoLIVE ahead of the team’s highly anticipated playoff rematch with Loyola Academy — a rivalry built on decades of Catholic League football tradition.
$1.5B transit deal: What changed in Illinois’ plan? | ChicagoLIVE
Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) sits down with ChicagoLIVE's Anita Blanton to break down the newly passed transit bill that secures $1.5 billion in state funding for the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra and Pace. He explains how the original proposal evolved: what revenue proposals were dropped, what reforms shifted, and why he believes the final plan clears a fiscal cliff for the region’s transit system.
Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) sits down with ChicagoLIVE's Anita Blanton to break down the newly passed transit bill that secures $1.5 billion in state funding for the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra and Pace. He explains how the original proposal evolved: what revenue proposals were dropped, what reforms shifted, and why he believes the final plan clears a fiscal cliff for the region’s transit system.
Bridge Communities hosts "Sleepout Saturday" to support homelessness
Hundreds of families will camp out on Saturday night as a part of Bride Communities "Sleepout Saturday" at the College of DuPage to help raise money and awareness for homelessness.
Hundreds of families will camp out on Saturday night as a part of Bride Communities "Sleepout Saturday" at the College of DuPage to help raise money and awareness for homelessness.
Loss of SNAP benefits due to the government shutdown sends Illinoisans into limbo
In Illinois,1.9 million people depend on snap benefits every month. $20 million in state funding is now heading to food banks which supply more than 2,600 food pantries across the state.
In Illinois,1.9 million people depend on snap benefits every month. $20 million in state funding is now heading to food banks which supply more than 2,600 food pantries across the state.
Lawmakers debate over drug boat strikes off Venezuelan coast
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth denied allegations that the U.S. is destroying drug boats off the coast of Venezuela. Both Democrats and Republicans have questioned the legality of the strikes.
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth denied allegations that the U.S. is destroying drug boats off the coast of Venezuela. Both Democrats and Republicans have questioned the legality of the strikes.
$1.5 Illinois transit bill addresses fiscal cliff facing Chicago-area transit agencies
This bill passed this morning after months of debate and last minute dealmaking. Democrats who sponsored it say it will transform public transit for a generation, creating a more unified system where the trains and buses run frequently and on time.
This bill passed this morning after months of debate and last minute dealmaking. Democrats who sponsored it say it will transform public transit for a generation, creating a more unified system where the trains and buses run frequently and on time.
Lawsuit targets 'inhumane' conditions at Broadview ICE facility
Illinois advocates sued federal authorities Friday over alleged "inhumane and torturous" conditions at a Chicago-area federal immigration facility.
Illinois advocates sued federal authorities Friday over alleged "inhumane and torturous" conditions at a Chicago-area federal immigration facility.
Chicago bar Red Lion Pub comes with haunted history | ChicagoNOW
Red Lion Pub in Lincoln Park is considered to be on of Chicago's most haunted bars. The pub, which opened in 1984 was built on grounds that were once a cemetery for cholera victims.
Red Lion Pub in Lincoln Park is considered to be on of Chicago's most haunted bars. The pub, which opened in 1984 was built on grounds that were once a cemetery for cholera victims.
Would you try spooky Halloween candy? Inside Candycopia’s Fright Flight Challenge | ChicagoNOW
This Halloween, Oak Park candy shop Candycopia is daring customers to try spooky, out-of-the-box sweets in its Fright Flight Candy Challenge. We joined in on the fun to see how brave our taste buds really are.
This Halloween, Oak Park candy shop Candycopia is daring customers to try spooky, out-of-the-box sweets in its Fright Flight Candy Challenge. We joined in on the fun to see how brave our taste buds really are.
Why we love being scared — the psychology of monsters and horror | ChicagoNOW
Professor Stephen Asma, PhD of Columbia College Chicago joins us to explore the lore and psychology behind our obsession with monsters — and why humans love to be scared. An expert on the history and philosophy of monsters and horror, Asma has authored several acclaimed books, including On Monsters: An Unnatural History of Our Worst Fears and The Evolution of Imagination. He’s also the creator of the YouTube series “Professor Asma’s Guide to Unusual Knowledge” and previously co-hosted the podcast “Chinwag” with actor Paul Giamatti.
Professor Stephen Asma, PhD of Columbia College Chicago joins us to explore the lore and psychology behind our obsession with monsters — and why humans love to be scared. An expert on the history and philosophy of monsters and horror, Asma has authored several acclaimed books, including On Monsters: An Unnatural History of Our Worst Fears and The Evolution of Imagination. He’s also the creator of the YouTube series “Professor Asma’s Guide to Unusual Knowledge” and previously co-hosted the podcast “Chinwag” with actor Paul Giamatti.
Halloween candy and your child’s teeth: A dentist’s advice | ChicagoNOW
Kids eat more than 16 times the daily recommended sugar intake on Halloween — and some candies are much worse for their teeth than others. Dr. Mira Albert, pediatric dentist and owner of Brush Pediatric Dentistry, joins us in studio to share the best and worst candies for kids’ teeth, how to keep oral health on track during Halloween, and what to do with all that leftover candy.
Kids eat more than 16 times the daily recommended sugar intake on Halloween — and some candies are much worse for their teeth than others. Dr. Mira Albert, pediatric dentist and owner of Brush Pediatric Dentistry, joins us in studio to share the best and worst candies for kids’ teeth, how to keep oral health on track during Halloween, and what to do with all that leftover candy.
PAWS Chicago shares Halloween pet safety tips & adorable adoptions | ChicagoNOW
ChicagoNOW teams up with PAWS Chicago to talk Halloween pet safety — from keeping furry friends calm during trick-or-treating to avoiding candy hazards and costume mishaps. Plus, meet sisters Abigail and Adeline, two playful pups looking for their forever homes and stealing hearts in their Halloween outfits!
ChicagoNOW teams up with PAWS Chicago to talk Halloween pet safety — from keeping furry friends calm during trick-or-treating to avoiding candy hazards and costume mishaps. Plus, meet sisters Abigail and Adeline, two playful pups looking for their forever homes and stealing hearts in their Halloween outfits!
Rose Pest Solutions showcases crawling creatures in honor of Halloween | ChicagoNOW
Rose Pest Solutions' "Bug Girl," Janelle Iaccino discusses pest hibernation and other crawling creatures you might see in your home this fall.
Rose Pest Solutions' "Bug Girl," Janelle Iaccino discusses pest hibernation and other crawling creatures you might see in your home this fall.
Ghosts among us? Paranormal investigator says some spirits don’t realize they’ve died | ChicagoNOW
Paranormal investigator Norman Basile joins the show to share what three decades of ghost-hunting have taught him. Basile explains why some spirits may not realize they’ve passed on, why they continue doing everyday tasks like moving furniture or turning on lights, and how investigators like him help them cross over.
Paranormal investigator Norman Basile joins the show to share what three decades of ghost-hunting have taught him. Basile explains why some spirits may not realize they’ve passed on, why they continue doing everyday tasks like moving furniture or turning on lights, and how investigators like him help them cross over.
Halloween Buzz: Swedish Candy Craze, Pet Monkey Chaos & Trending Costumes Take Over | ChicagoNOW
ChicagoNOW dives into all things Halloween — from the viral Swedish candy obsession and a monkey on the loose at Spirit Halloween to the hottest costume of the year: K-Pop Demon Hunters. Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus also swap last-minute costume ideas (including Shrek, Fiona, and Boo Boos!) and tries to survive some creepy, crawly surprises in the studio.
ChicagoNOW dives into all things Halloween — from the viral Swedish candy obsession and a monkey on the loose at Spirit Halloween to the hottest costume of the year: K-Pop Demon Hunters. Tia Ewing and Gabby Premus also swap last-minute costume ideas (including Shrek, Fiona, and Boo Boos!) and tries to survive some creepy, crawly surprises in the studio.