Baked By Melissa talks simple meals, family recipes in new cookbook | ChicagoNOW
Melissa Ben-Ishay joins to discuss her new cookbook Come Eat, featuring simple recipes to bring people together.
Melissa Ben-Ishay joins to discuss her new cookbook Come Eat, featuring simple recipes to bring people together.
‘Say Yes to the Dress’ retailer shares 2026 bridal trends | ChicagoNOW
Dorthy Silver of Kleinfeld Bridal joins to break down 2026 bridal trends, including ‘90s-inspired styles, petal pink gowns and classic ballgowns.
Dorthy Silver of Kleinfeld Bridal joins to break down 2026 bridal trends, including ‘90s-inspired styles, petal pink gowns and classic ballgowns.
‘May the Fourth’: How ‘Star Wars’ became more than just a movie franchise | ChicagoNOW
Columbia College Chicago professor Carmelo Esterrich explores how fan culture, cosplay and social media helped transform “Star Wars” into an evolving cultural universe.
Columbia College Chicago professor Carmelo Esterrich explores how fan culture, cosplay and social media helped transform “Star Wars” into an evolving cultural universe.
Man buys 55 gallons of potatoes on Facebook, turns front yard into farm | ChicagoNOW
A Seattle man’s $25 purchase of a barrel of seed potatoes has captured attention online as he works to plant the massive haul.
A Seattle man’s $25 purchase of a barrel of seed potatoes has captured attention online as he works to plant the massive haul.
JPMorgan disputes ex-employee’s sexual harassment claims – here’s what we know | ChicagoNOW
A lawsuit accusing a JPMorgan executive of sexual harassment and abuse was withdrawn days after filing.
A lawsuit accusing a JPMorgan executive of sexual harassment and abuse was withdrawn days after filing.
Watch: Manager at pizza restaurant trips, spills large pot of sauce
A restaurant mishap is going viral after a manager spilled a massive pot of sauce – sparking comparisons to an iconic TV comedy moment.
A restaurant mishap is going viral after a manager spilled a massive pot of sauce – sparking comparisons to an iconic TV comedy moment.
Most unhealthy fast food ranked – see if your favorite made the list | ChicagoNOW
Think your go-to fast food is harmless? A new ranking based on nutrition scores may make you think twice about your next drive-thru order.
Think your go-to fast food is harmless? A new ranking based on nutrition scores may make you think twice about your next drive-thru order.
Travelers use oversized, unflattering photos to help identify luggage at baggage claim | ChicagoNOW
A new travel trend is turning heads at baggage claim – passengers are wrapping suitcases in large prints of their own faces to help avoid lost luggage.
A new travel trend is turning heads at baggage claim – passengers are wrapping suitcases in large prints of their own faces to help avoid lost luggage.
Six Flags ride abruptly shut down over cell phone violation, leaving riders stuck 200-feet high
More than a dozen riders aboard Supergirl Sky Flight at Six Flags Fiesta Texas were given an unexpected – and extended – view of the Six Flags theme park after the ride was abruptly shut down for several minutes, as the ride was near its highest peak.
More than a dozen riders aboard Supergirl Sky Flight at Six Flags Fiesta Texas were given an unexpected – and extended – view of the Six Flags theme park after the ride was abruptly shut down for several minutes, as the ride was near its highest peak.
What to know about the Lil Zay Osama case – and the Chicago drill culture behind it | ChicagoLIVE
Lil Zay Osama is facing serious federal charges tied to a Winnetka home invasion, putting renewed attention on Chicago’s drill rap scene.
Lil Zay Osama is facing serious federal charges tied to a Winnetka home invasion, putting renewed attention on Chicago’s drill rap scene.
Viral ‘speed run’ trend targets Scientology buildings nationwide | ChicagoNOW
Videos circulating online show people storming Scientology buildings in several cities, including Los Angeles and Detroit.
Videos circulating online show people storming Scientology buildings in several cities, including Los Angeles and Detroit.
Watch: Amusement park ride collapses in southern Brazil, injuring 11
A thrill ride at an amusement park in Guaiba, southern Brazil, collapsed mid-operation, injuring 11 people, including three children.
A thrill ride at an amusement park in Guaiba, southern Brazil, collapsed mid-operation, injuring 11 people, including three children.
Watch: Mississippi middle schoolers heroically stop school bus after driver passes out
Quick-thinking middle school students in Hancock County, Mississippi, prevented a potential tragedy when their school bus driver lost consciousness.
Quick-thinking middle school students in Hancock County, Mississippi, prevented a potential tragedy when their school bus driver lost consciousness.
Adidas ‘super shoe’ tops $1,600 after record-breaking marathon | ChicagoLIVE
Adidas’ latest marathon “super shoe” is seeing a surge in resale value after record-breaking performances at the London Marathon.
Adidas’ latest marathon “super shoe” is seeing a surge in resale value after record-breaking performances at the London Marathon.
Hay bale heist caught on camera as drivers attempt bizarre two-car getaway
A bizarre hay bale theft in Australia was captured on CCTV, showing two drivers attempting to transport the bale by wedging it between their cars.
A bizarre hay bale theft in Australia was captured on CCTV, showing two drivers attempting to transport the bale by wedging it between their cars.
Krispy Kreme partners with Milk Bar on limited-time donut collection | ChicagoNOW
Krispy Kreme has partnered with Milk Bar and its founder, pastry chef Christina Tosi to launch a new donut collection inspired by Milk Bar desserts.
Krispy Kreme has partnered with Milk Bar and its founder, pastry chef Christina Tosi to launch a new donut collection inspired by Milk Bar desserts.
FBI investigates missing scientists amid online speculation | ChicagoLIVE
Federal authorities and lawmakers are seeking answers after multiple scientists with government connections died or went missing in recent years.
Federal authorities and lawmakers are seeking answers after multiple scientists with government connections died or went missing in recent years.
White Castle tests automated kiosks serving sliders in seconds | ChicagoLIVE
White Castle is rolling out automated kiosks designed to cook and serve food in about 45 seconds.
White Castle is rolling out automated kiosks designed to cook and serve food in about 45 seconds.
Avi Loeb: New UAP videos expected from White House, key evidence may stay classified | ChicagoLIVE
The White House is preparing to release new UAP videos as lawmakers push for transparency. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb says he is hosting Rep. Anna Paulina Luna for a broader discussion on the issue.
The White House is preparing to release new UAP videos as lawmakers push for transparency. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb says he is hosting Rep. Anna Paulina Luna for a broader discussion on the issue.
Chicago man shares personal archive of 10,000 concerts recorded over decades | ChicagoNOW
Aadam Jacobs is opening up his massive collection of more than 10,000 live concert recordings, many taped across Chicago since the 1980s.
Aadam Jacobs is opening up his massive collection of more than 10,000 live concert recordings, many taped across Chicago since the 1980s.