Chicago Marathon race expo and packet pickup open at McCormick Place
Thousands of runners are gearing up for the Chicago Marathon on Sunday, but first they'll get a little help to run in comfort and style.
Thousands of runners are gearing up for the Chicago Marathon on Sunday, but first they'll get a little help to run in comfort and style.
Thousands of runners are gearing up for the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday, but first they'll get a little help to run in comfort and style.
On Thursday, Oct. 5 last year, 961 birds died all in one night after crashing into the windows at the McCormick Place Lakeside Center.
It was the night of Wednesday, Oct. 4 last year, when 961 birds died all in one night after crashing into the windows at the McCormick Place Lakeside Center. Officials want to prevent that from happening again, as Darius Johnson reports.
Executive Director Christy George says the host Committee shattered fundraising goals for the convention and recruited 12,000 volunteers for the event.
It was a meeting of delegates and party leaders giving a peek at what we can expect Monday night and the rest of this week. Sabrina Franza reports on the people excited about the week's events
Sabrina Franza met two of the youngest delegates, who had some interesting outfits in support of Vice President Kamala Harris.
More than 70 businesses from across the city are looking forward to showcasing themselves to tens of thousands of DNC visitors.
The Democratic National Convention is doing something it's never done before. Tens of thousands of visitors to Chicago will be the first to witness a vendor expo dubbed "All Things Chicago," sponsored by the DNC Host committee.
For anyone living around the United Center, getting around has gotten complicated in recent days.
The closures are leaving an impact to those on the West Side near the United Center, and in the South Loop by McCormick Place.
Security barriers are up near McCormick Place and the United Center, and some downtown businesses have boarded up in case of civil unrest. Jermont Terry reports.
Despite the beefy security around McCormick Place, the public will be invited to grab friendship bracelets and get a "Kamala Harris manicure."
Those living in the South Loop or headed there this weekend will see some added security with several roads closed down in anticipation of the Democratic National Convention starting at 10 p.m. on Friday.
After months of preparations, the Democratic National Convention starts a week from Monday. With a number of security measures and street closures going into place, the city will look and feel a lot different.
The Secret Service and Chicago Police will be speaking with people who live near the DNC action to give some insight on public safety protocols, road closures, and transportation information ahead of the convention.
Officials will be talking to people in the area around the United Center Friday about what they can expect ahead of the big event. Marybel Gonzalez reports.
The DNC arrives at the United Center from Aug. 19-22.
The big event is taking over McCormick Place showing off the latest developments in technology and robotics.
Some 400 million birds are on the move, and Illinois is in the area of high-intensity migration both nights.
In 2025, the Boat Show will be held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
Organizers say the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont will create more opportunity for growth.
Police Supt. Larry Snelling said Chicago police officers have been undergoing additional training to protect people's First Amendment right to protest.
More than 50 local employers, trade unions, and workforce agencies showcased not only their talents, but the endless career opportunities waiting for CPS students.
The birds hit the glass building after being attracted to the light streaming from its windows.
The students talk about the issues and the candidates in class, and they have a lot to say.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
The car was ripped in two by the crash.
A jury convicted Diante Speed in the 2018 murder.
Chicago has long had a reputation of where quarterbacks come to die. Nantz expects that to change with Caleb Williams.
The students talk about the issues and the candidates in class, and they have a lot to say.
All seven previous board members resigned on the same day earlier this month.
A large part of the testimony Thursday surrounded the relationship between Madigan and the other man named facing charges with him.
Rafael Yáñez, a hate crime investigator with the Chicago Police Department, joins six other new board members Johnson appointed to replace the former board.
As of Tuesday night, nearly 107,000 ballots had been received in Chicago—including those cast in person and by mail.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
This is part of a massive recall that includes nearly 12 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and chicken.
The study said the unique difficulty finding a place in suburban Chicago was the result of a number of factors, including the growth of hip suburbs, big businesses relocating to the area, and high occupancy rates and slow construction.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
This scam involves customers' purchased tickets disappearing before they could even be used—and landing in the hands of scammers.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
Franciscan Health infectious disease physician Dr. Erica Kaufman West said she is not at all surprised that COVID variants are still evolving.
Researchers are making strides in therapy for Parkinson's and essential tremor, an even more common disorder that affects millions.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
Experts raised concerns about people in already underserved communities losing easy access to drug stores.
The Indiana Court of Appeals has reinstated a lawsuit filed by the state accusing TikTok of deceiving its users about the video-sharing platform's level of inappropriate content for children and the security of its consumers' personal information.
Magnicity is still mum on what exactly it has in mind for the space, though 360 CHICAGO earlier said a restaurant will not be back.
Jeep is recalling more than 194,000 plug-in hybrid SUVs worldwide because they can catch fire with the ignition turned off.
The concert, part of Timberlake's Forget Tomorrow World Tour, had been scheduled for this coming Sunday, Oct. 27. It will instead be held Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Mary J. Blige, Foreigner, the late Jimmy Buffett and A Tribe Called Quest, among others.
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Pop star Liam Payne of One Direction died after falling into an interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, officials said.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024.
The students in the class at Amundsen High School are mostly too young to vote in the 2024 presidential election, but they have strong positions on the issues and are preparing for their own turn at the polls. Dana Kozlov reports in this edition of Eye on Chicago.
Ryan Baker emceed the event. The organization serves the community with innovative was to live, work, and play on Chicago's South Side.
Irika Sargent served as the emcee for the Advocate for the Arts Awards benefit at the Fairmont Hotel.
Suzanne Le Mignot emceed the event at Theater on the Lake.
Police said the driver of the car was drunk, and ended up on the tracks after driving recklessly on Lehigh Avenue.
Dozens more lawsuits are expected.
Back in the summer, a social media video showed a man driving right through their neighborhood while pointing a large gun out the window.
A large part of the testimony Thursday surrounded the relationship between Madigan and the other man named facing charges with him.
The students talk about the issues and the candidates in class, and they have a lot to say.
The skull has been identified as Esther Granger, a 17-year-old girl who died in Indiana, in 1866.
In a court document, a DCFS worker predicted the teen would run—and so did the judge handling the case.
The hospitals where both volunteers worked for were destroyed by Israeli airstrikes and raids, they said.
"Pay attention in the red flags, because there's always red flags," said Enidt Martinez.
O'Neill Burke said her agenda focuses on getting guns off the street and addressing the root causes of crime.
Chicago has long had a reputation of where quarterbacks come to die. Nantz expects that to change with Caleb Williams.
Meanwhile, the Bears still don't know who will be playing quarterback for the Commanders on Sunday—it could be Marcus Mariota, or Jayden Daniels, who is dealing with a rib injury.
Zach LaVine scored 27 points, and Nikola Vucevic had 21 points and 11 rebounds for the Bulls.
Caleb Williams said he's also looking to improve his deep ball throws in next Sunday's matchup against the Washington Commanders.
The Chicago Red Stars are getting a new name and logo.
A jury convicted Diante Speed in the 2018 murder.
Back in the summer, a social media video showed a man driving right through their neighborhood while pointing a large gun out the window.
Due to a labeling mix-up, a tip that defendant Richard Allen was seen on the Monon High Bridge on the day of the murders of Abigail Williams, 13, and Liberty "Libby" German, 14, in 2017, was not reviewed after September 2022.
While both shootings remain under investigation, under Illinois state law the victims' use of force at this point appear to be justified
A large part of the testimony Thursday surrounded the relationship between Madigan and the other man named facing charges with him.