Police share new details on Skokie hate crime
Skokie Police are sharing more details after a reported hate crime at Shawnee Park.
Eight Americans arrested in Bahamas after authorities discover 'high-powered weapons' cache, ammunition
Authorities said Americans were arrested in Bimini, Bahamas, after police discovered high-powered weapons, ammunition and undeclared cash on their boat during a search.
US military presence builds in Caribbean to apply pressure on South American leaders
The U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats have continued as the military builds up its presence in the Caribbean region.
Crews respond to large fire on Chicago's South Side
Crews responded to a large building fire on Chicago's South Side.
Trump eyes ground war on cartels as tensions rise with Venezuela
President Trump says he’s ready to take the fight against drug cartels to land — and expects Congress to back him. The move follows new U.S. strikes on suspected drug boats and rising tensions with Venezuela, where President Maduro is warning against “a crazy war.”
US deploys Ford carrier strike group to disrupt drug operations in Western Hemisphere
War Secretary Pete Hegseth deploys Gerald R Ford Carrier Strike Group to US Southern Command, Pentagon says.
Melissa forecast to blast Jamaica for days as a major hurricane
Tropical Storm Melissa is expected to begin intensifying soon. FOX Weather Hurricane Specialist Bryan Norcross says this could be a catastrophic situation for the Caribbean.
John Kirby joins University of Chicago, says he ‘can’t wait to be a Chicagoan’
Former Pentagon, State Department, and White House spokesman John Kirby — a retired Rear Admiral — has been named the new director of the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics, effective November 15. He joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what drew him to the role, his passion for mentoring students, and why he’s excited to call Chicago home.
What caused the SkyWest emergency landing? Aviation expert explains | ChicagoLIVE
SkyWest Flight 6469 made an emergency return to Omaha after the pilot couldn't reach the flight crew through the intercom. An expert explains why communication breakdowns can trigger serious safety responses. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Amazon automation plans raise job concerns: Expert weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
Amazon is reportedly planning to replace over half a million jobs with warehouse robots. Employment analyst John Challenger weighs in on how automation could reshape the U.S. workforce. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
AARP protests Nicor's plan to raise gas prices | ChicagoLIVE
AARP Illinois is urging residents to speak out against Nicor's proposed $316 million rate hike. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
Tariff talks heat up amid possible agreement with India
The Unites States is inching closer to another big deal that could lower tariff tensions as prices here at home start to rise.
Inflatable pumpkins take over NW Indiana town
Inflatable pumpkins are taking over Hammond, Indiana.
Will the government shutdown ground holiday travel? | ChicagoLIVE
National Air Traffic Controllers Association Regional Vice President Drew MacQueen joins us to discuss how the government shutdown could impact air traffic controllers. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.
JD Vance travels to Middle East to bolster ceasefire
With the peace deal between Israel and Hamas beginning to fall apart, Vice President JD Vance is in Jerusalem today to try to save it.
Medill School of Journalism tackles threats to press freedom | The Chicago Report
Northwestern University will being in leaders from around the world to discuss the threats to press freedom in the U.S. and around the world.
Trump to meet Xi amid ongoing US-China trade war
President Trump has been sending signals that he wants to lower tensions with China after the trad war heated back up recently.
Louvre thieves may have been hired by private collector, officials say
Paris authorities are exploring an organized crime theory after masked robbers stole French jewels from the Louvre over the weekend in a 7-minute heist.
Trump meets with Zelensky after call with Putin amid renewed hopes for peace
President Donald Trump’s meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky follows talks with Vladimir Putin, as experts weigh in on whether the latest diplomatic push could finally bring an end to the three-and-a-half-year war.
Jewelry heist at the Louvre
One of the world's most famous museum's, the Louvre, is closed after a jewelry heist there.