Adler Planetarium holds Artemis II launch party
This is a live look at the Kennedy Space Center where the Artemis II mission is getting ready for take off. This will be humanity's first lunar trip in more than half a century. The crew of astronauts, three Americans and one Canadian, are set to fly around the moon without stopping or even orbiting-- before heading straight back for a Pacific splashdown.
This is a live look at the Kennedy Space Center where the Artemis II mission is getting ready for take off. This will be humanity's first lunar trip in more than half a century. The crew of astronauts, three Americans and one Canadian, are set to fly around the moon without stopping or even orbiting-- before heading straight back for a Pacific splashdown.
Possible measles exposure at O'Hare Airport
Here’s something that deserves your attention-- Cook County health officials are tracing a measles case around Chicago. The infected person was in the airport last week. Joanie Lum is live at O'Hare.
Here’s something that deserves your attention-- Cook County health officials are tracing a measles case around Chicago. The infected person was in the airport last week. Joanie Lum is live at O'Hare.
West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park plans to reopen amid debt
Conversation is picking up about West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park, which accepted millions in state funds and hasn’t paid them back. Lauren Scafidi is tracking what’s next, with leaders promising a plan to reopen.
Conversation is picking up about West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park, which accepted millions in state funds and hasn’t paid them back. Lauren Scafidi is tracking what’s next, with leaders promising a plan to reopen.
Birthright citizenship before Supreme Court
Today, the Supreme Court takes up the question of birthright citizenship. Right out of the gate, President Trump signed an executive order at the start of his term. He pushed to end automatic citizenship for almost anyone born in the U.S.
Today, the Supreme Court takes up the question of birthright citizenship. Right out of the gate, President Trump signed an executive order at the start of his term. He pushed to end automatic citizenship for almost anyone born in the U.S.
Trump commends US military for 'swift, decisive, overwhelming victories'
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian sent a message to the American people accusing the U.S. of being manipulated by Israel, saying Iran will endure any aggression by the U.S. and that “confrontation and engagement between Iran and the U.S. are accessible."
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian sent a message to the American people accusing the U.S. of being manipulated by Israel, saying Iran will endure any aggression by the U.S. and that “confrontation and engagement between Iran and the U.S. are accessible."
Trump: US military operations in Iran are 'nearing completion'
President Donald Trump addressed the nation on Wednesday regarding the Iran war, saying the United States' objectives are "nearing completion."
President Donald Trump addressed the nation on Wednesday regarding the Iran war, saying the United States' objectives are "nearing completion."
Trump threatens to leave NATO again over Iran war: Can he do it?
President Trump is ramping up his threats against NATO again.
President Trump is ramping up his threats against NATO again.
Asian Pop-Up Cinema marks 20 years bringing Asian films to Chicago
Sophia Wong Boccio and Angel Aquino highlight the milestone 20th Asian Pop-Up Cinema Film Festival, showcasing diverse stories and international films for Chicago audiences.
Sophia Wong Boccio and Angel Aquino highlight the milestone 20th Asian Pop-Up Cinema Film Festival, showcasing diverse stories and international films for Chicago audiences.
Supreme Court showdown and global tensions: breaking down Trump’s latest moves
Professor Stephen Caliendo from North Central College unpacks the legal and political implications of the Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship, new voting policies and the president’s expected address on Iran.
Professor Stephen Caliendo from North Central College unpacks the legal and political implications of the Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship, new voting policies and the president’s expected address on Iran.
Chicago homeowner's insurance claim was denied. Was Google to blame?
A Chicago homeowner said her insurance company used Google Images to deny her claim after her porch collapsed. Now, she's asking if the problem was already there, why was she insured in the first place?
A Chicago homeowner said her insurance company used Google Images to deny her claim after her porch collapsed. Now, she's asking if the problem was already there, why was she insured in the first place?
Kids game with toy guns are causing real fears in Chicago suburb, police say
Police in suburban Lansing are warning about a growing trend involving gel guns, also known as Orbeez guns, that look like real weapons.
Police in suburban Lansing are warning about a growing trend involving gel guns, also known as Orbeez guns, that look like real weapons.
Teen takeover in Chicago leaves neighbors frustrated and shaken
Residents in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood are demanding answers and accountability after a teen takeover left multiple vehicles damaged and neighbors shaken.
Residents in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood are demanding answers and accountability after a teen takeover left multiple vehicles damaged and neighbors shaken.
2026 James Beard Awards nominees announced in Chicago
The finalists for the James Beard Awards were announced in Chicago, including some local establishments.
The finalists for the James Beard Awards were announced in Chicago, including some local establishments.
Chicago Police Dept. graduates 248 new officers
The Chicago Police Department graduated 248 new officers who will soon be patrolling the city's streets.
The Chicago Police Department graduated 248 new officers who will soon be patrolling the city's streets.
As Bears weigh future stadium plans, Indiana governor touts infrastructure
As the future of the Chicago Bears' next stadium remains up in the air, Indiana Gov. Mike Braun is touting his state's improved infrastructure. The team is considering a site near Hammond.
As the future of the Chicago Bears' next stadium remains up in the air, Indiana Gov. Mike Braun is touting his state's improved infrastructure. The team is considering a site near Hammond.
Chicago homeowner claims insurer used Google images to deny porch collapse claim
A Chicago homeowner said her insurance company used Google Images to deny her claim after her porch collapsed. Now, she's asking if the problem was already there, why was she insured in the first place?
A Chicago homeowner said her insurance company used Google Images to deny her claim after her porch collapsed. Now, she's asking if the problem was already there, why was she insured in the first place?
Chicago firefighter Michael Altman honored at funeral after death in line of duty
The funeral services for Chicago firefighter Michael Atlman, who was killed while fighting a blaze on the city’s North Side earlier this month, was held on Tuesday.
The funeral services for Chicago firefighter Michael Atlman, who was killed while fighting a blaze on the city’s North Side earlier this month, was held on Tuesday.
Video of fatal shooting of Chicago police Ofc. Krystal Rivera can be released, court says
A state appeals court is clearing the way for the possible release of body camera footage of the 2025 shooting of Chicago Police Ofc. Krystal Rivera by her fellow officer.
A state appeals court is clearing the way for the possible release of body camera footage of the 2025 shooting of Chicago Police Ofc. Krystal Rivera by her fellow officer.
US journalist kidnapped in Iraq, security forces hunt captors, officials say
An American journalist was kidnapped in Iraq on Tuesday, officials said.
An American journalist was kidnapped in Iraq on Tuesday, officials said.
US-Iran tensions escalate as Operation Epic Fury enters week five
The Pentagon says strikes are on track in Iran, but continued retaliation and threats over the Strait of Hormuz are raising concerns about a prolonged and widening conflict.
The Pentagon says strikes are on track in Iran, but continued retaliation and threats over the Strait of Hormuz are raising concerns about a prolonged and widening conflict.