Thousands of UFOs spotted off US coastlines | ChicagoLIVE
A popular UFO-reporting app is making headlines after recording tens of thousands of mysterious underwater and aerial sightings along the U.S. coasts. The organization Enigma, which maintains the world’s largest database of UFO reports, has logged more than 30,000 cases since launching in 2022 — raising new questions about what’s happening beneath and above our skies.
A popular UFO-reporting app is making headlines after recording tens of thousands of mysterious underwater and aerial sightings along the U.S. coasts. The organization Enigma, which maintains the world’s largest database of UFO reports, has logged more than 30,000 cases since launching in 2022 — raising new questions about what’s happening beneath and above our skies.
Suburban Chicago man charged with posting online threat to President Trump: officials
A suburban Chicago man is in federal custody after authorities said he posted an online threat to President Donald Trump.
A suburban Chicago man is in federal custody after authorities said he posted an online threat to President Donald Trump.
Chicago area veteran in danger of losing his home over tax mistake
A suburban veteran could lose his home after a paperwork mistake and a fight between the county and his bank.
A suburban veteran could lose his home after a paperwork mistake and a fight between the county and his bank.
Psychologist warns of lasting trauma from Chicago immigration raids
Immigration enforcement across Chicago hasn’t just changed neighborhoods. A new medical study says it’s changed childhoods.
Immigration enforcement across Chicago hasn’t just changed neighborhoods. A new medical study says it’s changed childhoods.
Illinois opens new suburban school for deaf, blind students
Illinois just opened a new school in Glen Ellyn for students who are deaf and blind, the only publicly-funded school like it in the U.S.
Illinois just opened a new school in Glen Ellyn for students who are deaf and blind, the only publicly-funded school like it in the U.S.
Chicago’s 'Space to Grow' program celebrates 10 years with new schoolyard
Chicago’s green schoolyard initiative, Space to Grow, just hit a major milestone — unveiling its 41st redesigned schoolyard at Emmett Louis Till Fine & Performing Arts School. The new outdoor space includes gardens, sports fields, and classrooms designed to connect students with nature while helping manage stormwater during heavy rains. Michael Davidson from Openlands says the goal is to inspire lasting connections between people and the environment.
Chicago’s green schoolyard initiative, Space to Grow, just hit a major milestone — unveiling its 41st redesigned schoolyard at Emmett Louis Till Fine & Performing Arts School. The new outdoor space includes gardens, sports fields, and classrooms designed to connect students with nature while helping manage stormwater during heavy rains. Michael Davidson from Openlands says the goal is to inspire lasting connections between people and the environment.
California’s Prop 50 could shift power ahead of 2026 elections
California voters are deciding whether to give state lawmakers the power to redraw congressional maps — a move that could help Democrats pick up seats in the U.S. House. Governor Gavin Newsom and Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi are rallying support for Proposition 50, while opponents warn it could silence rural voices.
California voters are deciding whether to give state lawmakers the power to redraw congressional maps — a move that could help Democrats pick up seats in the U.S. House. Governor Gavin Newsom and Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi are rallying support for Proposition 50, while opponents warn it could silence rural voices.
Chicago aldermen call for emergency meeting on budget crisis
Chicago City Council members are calling for an emergency meeting one week from today on the city's budget crisis.
Chicago City Council members are calling for an emergency meeting one week from today on the city's budget crisis.
Immigration agents are 'attacking people,' Evanston mayor alleges after viral videos
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss has been speaking out after graphic and violent altercations between federal immigration agents and protesters in his community last Friday.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss has been speaking out after graphic and violent altercations between federal immigration agents and protesters in his community last Friday.
Government shutdown nears record for longest ever
The Senate is back but isn't voting on the House bill to reopen the government.
The Senate is back but isn't voting on the House bill to reopen the government.
New report gives Illinois lawmakers high grades on gun safety |ChicagoLIVE
A new gun safety report card shows 60% of state legislators received an A for supporting laws aimed at reducing gun violence. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
A new gun safety report card shows 60% of state legislators received an A for supporting laws aimed at reducing gun violence. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Chicago alders want more budget hearings | ChicagoLIVE
Alderman Matt O'Shea talks Mayor Johnson's 2026 budget proposal. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Alderman Matt O'Shea talks Mayor Johnson's 2026 budget proposal. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Chicago food bank fills gap as SNAP benefits end | ChicagoLIVE
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is stepping up to feed families as federal assistance runs out. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is stepping up to feed families as federal assistance runs out. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Jackson Chance Foundation’s Ping Pong Ball supporting babies in the NICU
The Jackson Chance Foundation is serving up some fun for an amazing cause! It's the 11th annual Ping Pong Ball, where celebrities, pros and community members go head-to-head in a high-energy ping pong tournament. It's making a huge difference for families with babies in the NICU.
The Jackson Chance Foundation is serving up some fun for an amazing cause! It's the 11th annual Ping Pong Ball, where celebrities, pros and community members go head-to-head in a high-energy ping pong tournament. It's making a huge difference for families with babies in the NICU.
Cleanup, recovery continue across the Caribbean following Hurricane Melissa
Recovery missions and damage assessments continue across the Caribbean in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.
Recovery missions and damage assessments continue across the Caribbean in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.
New York City mayoral race heads to finish line with Mamdani leading Cuomo and Sliwa
With Election Day approaching, Democrat Zohran Mamdani holds a lead over Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa as New York voters prepare to choose the city’s next mayor.
With Election Day approaching, Democrat Zohran Mamdani holds a lead over Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa as New York voters prepare to choose the city’s next mayor.
President Trump's foreign intervention plans expand
The Pentagon is now preparing for possible military action in Nigeria while continuing its build-up of warships, fighter jets, and drones off the coast of Venezuela.
The Pentagon is now preparing for possible military action in Nigeria while continuing its build-up of warships, fighter jets, and drones off the coast of Venezuela.
Impractical Jokers’ Sal Vulcano brings “Everything’s Fine Tour” to Chicago Theater | ChicagoNOW
Impractical Jokers star Sal Vulcano joins "ChicagoNOW" to talk about his Everything’s Fine Tour, coming to the Chicago Theater on November 14.
Impractical Jokers star Sal Vulcano joins "ChicagoNOW" to talk about his Everything’s Fine Tour, coming to the Chicago Theater on November 14.
City of Chicago's 112th Christmas tree is from Glenview this year
November may have just started, but Chicago already has its official Christmas tree for this year.
November may have just started, but Chicago already has its official Christmas tree for this year.
Butterball expert shares top turkey tips for a stress-free Thanksgiving | ChicagoNOW
Thanksgiving is almost here and 21% of holiday hosts say they’re intimidated by cooking the turkey! "ChicagoNOW" talks with Astrid Volpert from the Butterball Turkey Talk-Line, open now through December, to help you plan the perfect feast.
Thanksgiving is almost here and 21% of holiday hosts say they’re intimidated by cooking the turkey! "ChicagoNOW" talks with Astrid Volpert from the Butterball Turkey Talk-Line, open now through December, to help you plan the perfect feast.