Indiana cuts child care vouchers: Here's what we know
Child care provides and advocates across Indiana are speaking out about new state cuts to the Child Care and Development Fund. The changes slash reimbursement rates by up to 35%, leaving some centers warning of layoffs and higher costs for families. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Child care provides and advocates across Indiana are speaking out about new state cuts to the Child Care and Development Fund. The changes slash reimbursement rates by up to 35%, leaving some centers warning of layoffs and higher costs for families. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
AARP protests Nicor's plan to raise gas prices | ChicagoLIVE
AARP Illinois is urging residents to speak out against Nicor's proposed $316 million rate hike. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
AARP Illinois is urging residents to speak out against Nicor's proposed $316 million rate hike. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
1 dead, 1 in custody after suburban Chicago Chick-fil-A shooting
One person died and another was hospitalized following a disturbance at a Chick-fil-A in Oswego Wednesday morning.
One person died and another was hospitalized following a disturbance at a Chick-fil-A in Oswego Wednesday morning.
Tariff talks heat up amid possible agreement with India
The Unites States is inching closer to another big deal that could lower tariff tensions as prices here at home start to rise.
The Unites States is inching closer to another big deal that could lower tariff tensions as prices here at home start to rise.
Trump wants $230M from DOJ for past prosecutions: 'They owe me a lot of money'
President Donald Trump wants the Justice Department to pay him millions of dollars for past prosecutions against him, but critics say that would be unethical.
President Donald Trump wants the Justice Department to pay him millions of dollars for past prosecutions against him, but critics say that would be unethical.
ICE agents in Illinois warned against illegally swapping license plates
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is warning federal immigration agents that swapping or altering license plates during the Trump administration's enforcement operations is against the law.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is warning federal immigration agents that swapping or altering license plates during the Trump administration's enforcement operations is against the law.
Leaders call for ICE to release Chicago area man whose daughter has cancer
Local leaders are calling for the release of a Niles man who was detained by federal immigration agents as his 16-year-old daughter undergoes treatment for a rare form of cancer.
Local leaders are calling for the release of a Niles man who was detained by federal immigration agents as his 16-year-old daughter undergoes treatment for a rare form of cancer.
Saving Veteran's - BraveHearts Returns to Chicago this Weekend for 20-Mile Horseback Ride
BraveHearts—the nation’s leading equine-assisted services organization for Veterans—will return to Chicago on Friday, October 24, for “Trail to Zero,” an annual 20-mile horseback ride to raise awareness for Veteran mental health and suicide prevention. Amanda Bethards and Winston join ChicagoNOW.
BraveHearts—the nation’s leading equine-assisted services organization for Veterans—will return to Chicago on Friday, October 24, for “Trail to Zero,” an annual 20-mile horseback ride to raise awareness for Veteran mental health and suicide prevention. Amanda Bethards and Winston join ChicagoNOW.
Falling into Relationship Fights? Why Couples Fight More in Autumn
From financial stress to shifting schedules, fall can wreck havoc on established relationships. Clinical Psychologist Molly Burrets weighs in.
From financial stress to shifting schedules, fall can wreck havoc on established relationships. Clinical Psychologist Molly Burrets weighs in.
New Alzheimer’s Blood Test: What It Means for Early Detection
People with memory changes who are worried they have Alzheimer’s disease can get an answer sooner thanks to a new blood test just cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Dr. Hanul Bhandari, Chief Medical Officer at Vistim Labs and a board-certified neurologist joins to discuss this new test.
People with memory changes who are worried they have Alzheimer’s disease can get an answer sooner thanks to a new blood test just cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Dr. Hanul Bhandari, Chief Medical Officer at Vistim Labs and a board-certified neurologist joins to discuss this new test.
What Makes a Good Musician Biopic Actor
Jake sits down with Jeremy Allen White ahead of 'Springsteen Deliver Me From Nowhere'. Jake joins Tia & Gabby on ChicagoNOW to discuss the good and not so good actors who have portrayed musicians in biopics.
Jake sits down with Jeremy Allen White ahead of 'Springsteen Deliver Me From Nowhere'. Jake joins Tia & Gabby on ChicagoNOW to discuss the good and not so good actors who have portrayed musicians in biopics.
Trump, Supreme Court, and ICE in focus: National Guard delay, lawmaker stopped, and Cardinal responds
The Trump administration agrees to extend a federal judge’s block on deploying National Guard troops in Illinois as the Supreme Court reviews the case. Meanwhile, State Rep. Hoan Huynh says he was stopped at gunpoint by federal immigration agents on Chicago’s Northwest Side, and Chicago Archbishop speaks out, condemning the ongoing immigration crackdown: “We will not be silent.”
The Trump administration agrees to extend a federal judge’s block on deploying National Guard troops in Illinois as the Supreme Court reviews the case. Meanwhile, State Rep. Hoan Huynh says he was stopped at gunpoint by federal immigration agents on Chicago’s Northwest Side, and Chicago Archbishop speaks out, condemning the ongoing immigration crackdown: “We will not be silent.”
Michael Chernus talks new show Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy
From 1972-1978, thirty-three young men were kidnapped, murdered and buried in a crawl space beneath their killer's house. And no one was the wiser. Not for all those years. Why? He was charming and funny. Had a good, All-American job. Was a community leader. He even volunteered to entertain sick kids...while dressed as a clown. DEVIL IN DISGUISE: JOHN WAYNE GACY on Peacock peels back the twisted layers of Gacy’s life while weaving in heartrending stories of his victims and exposing the systemic failures, missed opportunities and societal prejudices that fueled his reign of terror.
From 1972-1978, thirty-three young men were kidnapped, murdered and buried in a crawl space beneath their killer's house. And no one was the wiser. Not for all those years. Why? He was charming and funny. Had a good, All-American job. Was a community leader. He even volunteered to entertain sick kids...while dressed as a clown. DEVIL IN DISGUISE: JOHN WAYNE GACY on Peacock peels back the twisted layers of Gacy’s life while weaving in heartrending stories of his victims and exposing the systemic failures, missed opportunities and societal prejudices that fueled his reign of terror.
The Hills are Alive! The Sound of Music Running at Nederlander through November 2nd
The Sound of Music is running now through November 2nd! Stars of the show, Nicholas Rodriguez and Kate Loprest, join ChicagoNOW in studio.
The Sound of Music is running now through November 2nd! Stars of the show, Nicholas Rodriguez and Kate Loprest, join ChicagoNOW in studio.
Professor of Art Crime Analyzes Louvre Art Crime
On the morning of Oct. 19, the robbers shattered a window and stole eight pieces of priceless jewelry from the world’s most-visited museum, before escaping on motorbikes. The museum shuttered its doors following the robbery. So how does this even happen in 2025, and what could be the fate of these recognizable jewels? Erin Thompson, a professor of art crime at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice joins to break down this heist.
On the morning of Oct. 19, the robbers shattered a window and stole eight pieces of priceless jewelry from the world’s most-visited museum, before escaping on motorbikes. The museum shuttered its doors following the robbery. So how does this even happen in 2025, and what could be the fate of these recognizable jewels? Erin Thompson, a professor of art crime at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice joins to break down this heist.
Filmmaker Hikari chats with FOX 32's Jake Hamilton about new Brendan Fraser movie
In her first live television interview, writer-director Hikari joins FOX 32 to discuss her powerful new film "Rental Family" starring Brendan Fraser.
In her first live television interview, writer-director Hikari joins FOX 32 to discuss her powerful new film "Rental Family" starring Brendan Fraser.
Urban Growers Collective hosts annual Harvest Fest with food, fun, and family activities
The Harvest Fest in Chicago offers pumpkin decorating, apple tastings, haunted tours, herbal workshops, celebrating local food, culture, and family fun.
The Harvest Fest in Chicago offers pumpkin decorating, apple tastings, haunted tours, herbal workshops, celebrating local food, culture, and family fun.
Evanston’s The Aux spotlights wellness, community, and women-led businesses
The Aux in Evanston offers a collaborative space for wellness, entrepreneurship, and community connection, featuring women-led businesses like Whole Woman Fitness.
The Aux in Evanston offers a collaborative space for wellness, entrepreneurship, and community connection, featuring women-led businesses like Whole Woman Fitness.
Hyde Park hosts first annual Art Walk showcasing local talent
The new Hyde Park Art Walk transforms 53rd Street into pop-up galleries, highlighting local artists, live music, and community creativity for its inaugural weekend.
The new Hyde Park Art Walk transforms 53rd Street into pop-up galleries, highlighting local artists, live music, and community creativity for its inaugural weekend.
Chicago TSA union leader speaks out on toll of government shutdown
As the federal shutdown stretches into its third week, the president of AFGE Local 777 discusses how unpaid TSA agents at Chicago’s airports are coping, what travelers can expect, and how long workers can hold on.
As the federal shutdown stretches into its third week, the president of AFGE Local 777 discusses how unpaid TSA agents at Chicago’s airports are coping, what travelers can expect, and how long workers can hold on.