2+ day, 1+ hour ago   (259+ words) A 'high alert' for bird migration over the Chicago area remains in effect through Sunday night as tens of thousands of birds continue to fly over the region each night. The alert comes as millions of birds migrated over Illinois…...

1+ day, 23+ hour ago   (177+ words) Chief Keef's tour kickoff performance in Chicago was postponed just 30 minutes before the South Side native was set to take the stage on Saturday. Chief Keef concert, tour kickoff in Chicago postponed 30 minutes before showtime "All previously purchased tickets will…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago   (352+ words) Mexican Independence Day festivities will bring a weekend full of culture, flavor and music to downtown Chicago this weekend. El Grito Chicago returns to Grant Park's Butler Field both Saturday and Sunday, encouraging attendees to "dance, eat, and feel that…...

5+ mon, 3+ week ago   (655+ words) With Illinois hosting the nation’s only primary on Tuesday, NBC 5 Investigates’ Chuck Goudie investigates the money and maneuvering to get elected in Illinois. The race for Illinois governor is officially on as the final candidates now set their sights on…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (369+ words) Some storms may reach severe limits The Chicago area will get a double whammy of weather to start the new week, as hot and humid conditions will potentially fuel strong-to-severe thunderstorms. The entire Chicago area is at a “slight” risk…...

2+ mon, 1+ day ago   (440+ words) Iisha Scott has the latest forecast update for the Chicago area. Air quality alerts have been issued across much of the Chicago area, with officials warning some people to limit their time outside and asking others to change their plans…...

2+ mon, 3+ day ago   (372+ words) Image from an unknown date and time showing an e-bike. Following a surge in e-bike popularity, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is encouraging parents to do their research before buying one for their children. In a public service video…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (122+ words) Riot Fest's highly anticipated 2026 lineup is officially out. The list of headliners for the September festival includes big-name artists like Tool, Twenty One Pilots, Alanis Morissette, Pierce the Veil and more. Other artists like Morrissey, Rise Against, Iggy Pop, Bad…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (441+ words) Hemp businesses in Illinois say they’ll be forced to close next month if a cannabis bill passes in Springfield this week. Paris Schutz reports. There's a new push to regulate the cannabis and hemp industries in Illinois with mere days…...