High school senior who did split at graduation receives diploma
You probably remember the viral graduation split that sparked a nationwide debate and left a Chicago teen without the diploma she says she earned. After days of controversy, millions of views online, and a face-to-face meeting with her principal, Tyvion Campbell went back to school. Here's Tia Ewing with an update.
You probably remember the viral graduation split that sparked a nationwide debate and left a Chicago teen without the diploma she says she earned. After days of controversy, millions of views online, and a face-to-face meeting with her principal, Tyvion Campbell went back to school. Here's Tia Ewing with an update.
Pokémon GO Fest returns to Chicago this weekend
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.
That music tells you what's coming. Pokemon Go Fest is about to start in Chicago. The craze is already on. Joanie Lum is live at the pop-up store where customers need a ticket to get in.
What Rome Odunze's 'new normal' means following his foot injury | The Offseason
This week on The Offseason, Cassie Carlson and The Athletic's Dan Wiederer recap the Bears final OTA practice. Caleb Williams was named the cover athlete of Madden 27 and Ben Johnson's reaction to it. Rome Odunze discusses how his foot healed following last year's foot injury, and Mayor Brandon Johnson offered a story about leaving the Bears-Packers game early, missing the historic comeback.
This week on The Offseason, Cassie Carlson and The Athletic's Dan Wiederer recap the Bears final OTA practice. Caleb Williams was named the cover athlete of Madden 27 and Ben Johnson's reaction to it. Rome Odunze discusses how his foot healed following last year's foot injury, and Mayor Brandon Johnson offered a story about leaving the Bears-Packers game early, missing the historic comeback.
An alderman wants Chicago to become its own pharmacist
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
A Chatham Walgreens closed Thursday after more than 20 years, and the alderman who watched it happen wants the city of Chicago to step in where corporate pharmacy has stepped out.
Chicago braces for teen takeovers at Foster Beach
Chicago police are getting ready for another big teen gathering, this time at Foster Beach. City leaders are warning residents to expect large crowds and a heavy police presence to match. Leslie Moreno has the details.
Chicago police are getting ready for another big teen gathering, this time at Foster Beach. City leaders are warning residents to expect large crowds and a heavy police presence to match. Leslie Moreno has the details.
Amazon employee killed in shooting at Melrose Park delivery station
An Amazon employee is dead after a shooting at a delivery station in the west suburbs this morning. Police are still searching for the shooter. Lauren Scafidi is live in Melrose Park.
An Amazon employee is dead after a shooting at a delivery station in the west suburbs this morning. Police are still searching for the shooter. Lauren Scafidi is live in Melrose Park.
Trump announces $700M coal initiative using Defense Production Act
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.
Shelter in place lifted during manhunt in Lansing
Police say a person was shot and killed at a Nippon Paint automotive near 170th and Oakwood Avenue in Lansing.
Police say a person was shot and killed at a Nippon Paint automotive near 170th and Oakwood Avenue in Lansing.
Ald. Hall announces ‘cutting-edge’ pharmacy solution amid South Side Walgreens closure | ChicagoLIVE
After the closure of the Walgreens on Chicago’s South Side, Ald. William Hall talks about the impact and next steps for the community.
After the closure of the Walgreens on Chicago’s South Side, Ald. William Hall talks about the impact and next steps for the community.
Investigation stops traffic on Eisenhower Expressway as bomb squad called to scene
The Eisenhower Expressway was shut down in both directions near the I-294 interchange in Westchester on Thursday morning.
The Eisenhower Expressway was shut down in both directions near the I-294 interchange in Westchester on Thursday morning.
War Powers resolution advances as debate grows over U.S. role in Iran conflict
University of Chicago political science professor Paul Poast breaks down the political and constitutional debate surrounding a proposed War Powers resolution, President Trump's opposition to it, and what it could mean for the future of the conflict with Iran.
University of Chicago political science professor Paul Poast breaks down the political and constitutional debate surrounding a proposed War Powers resolution, President Trump's opposition to it, and what it could mean for the future of the conflict with Iran.
Local woman says Pope Leo was ‘very excited’ to receive Chicago gift | ChicagoNOW
Chicago journalist Ximena Beltran joins us from Rome after meeting Pope Leo and sharing a special gift from home.
Chicago journalist Ximena Beltran joins us from Rome after meeting Pope Leo and sharing a special gift from home.
Remember Chicago’s Cows on Parade? These new statues are making waves | ChicagoNOW
A series of swimmer sculptures has been installed along Michigan Avenue as part of Chicago’s newest public art initiative.
A series of swimmer sculptures has been installed along Michigan Avenue as part of Chicago’s newest public art initiative.
BoDeans celebrate 40 years with Des Plaines stop | ChicagoNOW
Kurt Neumann joins us ahead of the BoDeans’ June 6 show at the Des Plaines Theatre.
Kurt Neumann joins us ahead of the BoDeans’ June 6 show at the Des Plaines Theatre.
TMZ: Russell Wilson announces NFL retirement | ChicagoNOW
Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson announced his retirement from the NFL, ending a decorated career and beginning a new chapter as a CBS Sports analyst.
Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson announced his retirement from the NFL, ending a decorated career and beginning a new chapter as a CBS Sports analyst.
TMZ: Charli D’Amelio parts ways with family business | ChicagoNOW
Social media star Charli D’Amelio has ended her involvement with Be Happy Snacks, the popcorn company launched by her family in 2023, according to reports.
Social media star Charli D’Amelio has ended her involvement with Be Happy Snacks, the popcorn company launched by her family in 2023, according to reports.
Bomb squad called as I-290 shut down in both directions in Cook County
Police and a bomb squad responded to the Eisenhower Expressway Thursday morning and traffic was shut down in both directions.
Police and a bomb squad responded to the Eisenhower Expressway Thursday morning and traffic was shut down in both directions.
Teen's CPR training helps save mother's life after cardiac emergency
A Chicago-area mother is sharing her survival story after her 15-year-old son used CPR skills he learned in school two years earlier to help save her life during a sudden cardiac emergency.
A Chicago-area mother is sharing her survival story after her 15-year-old son used CPR skills he learned in school two years earlier to help save her life during a sudden cardiac emergency.
Johnson’s Farm kicks off Strawberry Festival with U-Pick berries and family fun
Northwest Indiana’s Johnson’s Farm is celebrating strawberry season with fresh-picked berries, U-Pick opportunities, baby animals, and more than 40 family-friendly activities during its annual Strawberry Festival.
Northwest Indiana’s Johnson’s Farm is celebrating strawberry season with fresh-picked berries, U-Pick opportunities, baby animals, and more than 40 family-friendly activities during its annual Strawberry Festival.
Community honors slain Tilden High School student Pedro Ramirez with peace walk
Students, educators and community members gathered for a peace walk and balloon release to remember 17-year-old Pedro Ramirez, a Tilden High School honor roll student and athlete who was fatally shot on his way to school.
Students, educators and community members gathered for a peace walk and balloon release to remember 17-year-old Pedro Ramirez, a Tilden High School honor roll student and athlete who was fatally shot on his way to school.