Chicago mayor lobbies lawmakers for more funding, bashes bill tied to Bears stadium
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was in Springfield on Wednesday to lobby state lawmakers on several issues, especially for more state funding to local governments.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was in Springfield on Wednesday to lobby state lawmakers on several issues, especially for more state funding to local governments.
New Illinois proposal aims to lower property taxes for homeowners | ChicagoLIVE
With property taxes rising across Illinois, some lawmakers are proposing new legislation aimed at providing relief for homeowners. State Rep. Dan Ugaste joined ChicagoLIVE to explain the plan, how it could impact taxpayers and schools, and what challenges the proposal may face as it moves forward.
With property taxes rising across Illinois, some lawmakers are proposing new legislation aimed at providing relief for homeowners. State Rep. Dan Ugaste joined ChicagoLIVE to explain the plan, how it could impact taxpayers and schools, and what challenges the proposal may face as it moves forward.
Family, Chicago police honor fallen officer Areanah Preston
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Three years after Chicago Police Officer Areanah Preston was shot and killed outside her South Side home, her family, fellow officers, and department leadership gathered Tuesday in the Fifth District for a memorial roll call to honor her life and service.
Missing gun at Arlington Heights school still unrecovered days later, person of interest in custody
The search continues for a gun that went missing inside an Arlington Heights school earlier this week. Leslie Moreno reports police now believe the weapon was likely stolen after a school resource officer removed it in a restroom Monday afternoon. A person of interest is in custody, but the firearm has still not been recovered.
The search continues for a gun that went missing inside an Arlington Heights school earlier this week. Leslie Moreno reports police now believe the weapon was likely stolen after a school resource officer removed it in a restroom Monday afternoon. A person of interest is in custody, but the firearm has still not been recovered.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks state funding, Bears stadium bill in Springfield
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was in Springfield on Wednesday to lobby state lawmakers on several issues, especially for more state funding to local governments.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was in Springfield on Wednesday to lobby state lawmakers on several issues, especially for more state funding to local governments.
'Vindicated': Samantha Steele speaks after not guilty DUI verdict | ChicagoLIVE
Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Samantha Steele says she feels "vindicated" after being found not guilty in her DUI trial.
Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Samantha Steele says she feels "vindicated" after being found not guilty in her DUI trial.
Joliet moves forward with Rock Run Collection development | ChicagoLIVE
Joliet Mayor Terry D’Arcy shares plans for the Rock Run Collection, a 310-acre development designed to transform the city into a regional shopping and entertainment destination.
Joliet Mayor Terry D’Arcy shares plans for the Rock Run Collection, a 310-acre development designed to transform the city into a regional shopping and entertainment destination.
USA Club Rugby national championships coming to Chicago suburb this month | ChicagoLIVE
Jeremy Swick with USA Rugby previews the 2026 national championships hosted by the Chicago Blaze Rugby Club.
Jeremy Swick with USA Rugby previews the 2026 national championships hosted by the Chicago Blaze Rugby Club.
Toxic herbicide linked to higher Parkison’s risk | ChicagoLIVE
Cole Eastman, a lobbyist for the Fox Foundation, emphasizes the role of environmental factors in Parkinson’s disease.
Cole Eastman, a lobbyist for the Fox Foundation, emphasizes the role of environmental factors in Parkinson’s disease.
Chicago Bulls introduce Bryson Graham as Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations
It's a new era for the Chicago Bulls. The franchise introduced Bryson Graham as its next Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations on Wednesday afternoon.
It's a new era for the Chicago Bulls. The franchise introduced Bryson Graham as its next Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations on Wednesday afternoon.
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star Trevor Jackson brings ‘Healing Out Loud’ tour to Chicago | ChicagoNOW
The actor and singer is in Chicago as part of his “Healing Out Loud” tour stop at Park West tonight.
The actor and singer is in Chicago as part of his “Healing Out Loud” tour stop at Park West tonight.
Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni dispute likely cost millions before settlement | ChicagoNOW
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reached a settlement in their dispute over “It Ends With Us,” with experts estimating the case cost millions in legal fees.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reached a settlement in their dispute over “It Ends With Us,” with experts estimating the case cost millions in legal fees.
Gas prices surge nationwide — these states still have the cheapest fuel | ChicagoNOW
Gas prices are rising rapidly across the U.S., with the national average nearing $5 per gallon and only a small number of states still below $4.
Gas prices are rising rapidly across the U.S., with the national average nearing $5 per gallon and only a small number of states still below $4.
Chicago Loop office tower poised to sell at steep discount as market shifts | ChicagoNOW
Office vacancy and shifting work trends continue to weigh on property values in the Chicago Loop, where some buildings are selling for a fraction of prior prices.
Office vacancy and shifting work trends continue to weigh on property values in the Chicago Loop, where some buildings are selling for a fraction of prior prices.
Chicago weather: Wednesday afternoon forecast
Fox Chicago Meteorologist Kaitlin Cody breaks down today's weather outlook.
Fox Chicago Meteorologist Kaitlin Cody breaks down today's weather outlook.
AI-powered phishing scams are getting harder to spot – here’s what to know | ChicagoNOW
Phishing and spoofing scams are rising rapidly, with experts warning that AI tools are making fraudulent messages more personalized and harder to detect.
Phishing and spoofing scams are rising rapidly, with experts warning that AI tools are making fraudulent messages more personalized and harder to detect.
NASA reveals never-before-seen Artemis II photos – take a look | ChicagoNOWo
NASA has released thousands of new images captured during the Artemis II mission.
NASA has released thousands of new images captured during the Artemis II mission.
Ask.com shuts down after nearly 30 years | ChicagoNOW
Ask.com once known as Ask Jeeves, has shut down its search business after nearly three decades as its parent company shifts focus.
Ask.com once known as Ask Jeeves, has shut down its search business after nearly three decades as its parent company shifts focus.
Leo Catholic High School principal earns Golden Apple Award for leadership | ChicagoNOW
Shaka Rawls, principal of Leo Catholic High School, was surprised with the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Leadership.
Shaka Rawls, principal of Leo Catholic High School, was surprised with the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Leadership.
One of the world’s largest cities is sinking – what we know | ChicagoNOW
This city is sinking by as much as 9 to 10 inches per year. Some areas have even dropped more than 100 feet.
This city is sinking by as much as 9 to 10 inches per year. Some areas have even dropped more than 100 feet.