Sheriff explains viral '67' video — 'It was a fun way to connect with students' | ChicagoLIVE
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A viral school video had some thinking students were ticketed for saying “67,” but the Tippecanoe County Sheriff tells ChicagoLIVE it was all a joke. He shares how the moment came together, why community engagement matters, and what he’s planning next to keep local kids connected with law enforcement.

McDonald's Grinch Happy Meal: When, where to get it

McDonald’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a meal inspired by the mean one, himself: The Grinch.

‘Arrest Me Daddy’ Rapper Adamn Killa addresses Chicago arrest and viral fame
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The Chicago rapper behind ‘arrest me daddy’ breaks down the arrest that sparked headlines, internet fame and new music. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters

Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.

Video: Baby's reaction to Ghostface mask is horror movie-worthy

A mom in Tennessee did not expect her son to have such a visceral reaction when she donned a Ghostface mask at a Dollar General store recently.

Brewers fan says ‘call ICE’ on Latino Dodgers fan; woman now out of job

Los Angeles Dodgers fan and Navy veteran Ricardo Fosado recorded a Milwaukee Brewers fan telling him “let’s call ICE" during Tuesday’s NLCS playoff game.

Study suggests Chicago's 'rat hole' wasn't a rat after all
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The ?Chicago Rat Hole" mystery is likely solved, as it appears it's not a rat after all. It?s nuttier than you think.

Chicago's viral 'rat hole' wasn't a rat after all, study suggests

The “Chicago Rat Hole" mystery is likely solved, as it appears it's not a rat after all. It’s nuttier than you think.

7-year-old represents Chicago at 2023 Kids Mullet Showdown
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He's become known as "The Mullet Kid," and this year, he's representing Chicago at the prestigious "2023 Kids Mullet Showdown."?

'Out of Bounds' series gives survivors of sports abuse a voice — and millions are listening

A new PSA series with the goal of raising awareness about sex abuse in sports is going viral. It’s called "Out of Bounds" and its viewer engagement has been off the chart since launching six weeks ago.

Bicyclist escapes Border Patrol in downtown Chicago after claiming he's 'not a U.S. citizen'
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Border Patrol agents chased a cyclist through downtown Chicago on Sunday after he taunted them and repeatedly claimed he was not a U.S. citizen. (Credit: Christopher Sweat via Storyful)

Burnout is killing creativity ? Here?s how to get it back | ChicagoNOW
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Actor and author Josh Pais, known for his new book Lose Your Mind: The Path to Creative Invincibility, joins us to share how simple resets can spark innovation, why anxiety can actually fuel creativity, and how embracing all of our emotions ? not just the ?positive? ones ? can transform stress into breakthroughs.

Trump to sign TikTok deal, giving US majority ownership
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President Trump is expected to agree to a deal this week that would make the popular short-form video social media app TikTok mostly owned by American investors.

What does Jimmy Kimmel?s suspension really say about the First Amendment? | ChicagoNOW
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Jimmy Kimmel?s sudden suspension isn?t just a late-night controversy?it?s ignited a high-stakes debate over free speech in America. At the heart of the storm: how far the First Amendment really goes, whether government pressure on broadcasters like ABC crosses the line into censorship, and what it means when private media companies hold the power to silence their own stars.

TikTok?s ?Not the Kombucha Man? nails Hugh Jackman impression | ChicagoNOW
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TikTok creator @notthekombuchaman, aka Joey Morof, has gone viral for his spot-on impression of Hugh Jackman as Jean Valjean from Les Mis?rables ? singing just about anything. With over 500,000 followers, Joey joins us to talk about how it all started and what?s next.