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On May 7th, the DuPage County Sheriff's Office says 26-year-old Aviance Carson rear-ended a vehicle at Hinsdale South High School in Darien. The DAILY HERALD reports Carson fled the scene, but was located by Willowbrook Police. When officers asked Carson to exit the car, she instead hit a squad car and sped away. Carson---followed by police---later got out of the car and tried to run into a building, and allegedly bit and kicked officers before they handcuffed her.

​The Shedd Aquarium's newly renovated Phelps Auditorium invites guests to fully immerse themselves into the world of penguins, sharks and octopuses.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the push by advocates to have a special prosecutor handle potential criminal charges tied to "Operation Midway Blitz."

A reunion of sorts for the cast of Windfall, making it's world premiere at Steppenwolf this month. WBBM's Lisa Fielding talks with Oscar winning playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney.

May is Women's Health Month and all this week, WBBM'S Lisa Fielding takes a closer look at something that affects more than a million women yearly. Today, how a new generation is changing the conversation about **menopause.

Lake County’s largest public safety expo is returning to Gurnee Mills this weekend, bringing together dozens of police and fire agencies for live demonstrations, family activities and public safety education.

The south suburban village is rolling out the welcome mat for what organizers are calling the largest gospel music festival in southern Cook County.

Obituary of Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and author Philip Caputo

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the funeral for slain Chicago police officer John Bartholomew.

If you are a woman between the ages of 40 and 60, there’s a topic that is likely taking over your group chats, social media feed and lunch conversations: menopause. Today in Menopause: Changing the Conversation, WBBM's Lisa Fielding takes a closer look at hormone replacement therapy: the myths and methods that have paved the way for a healthier, more informed generation of women.

On April 27th, Los Angeles Police say 65-year-old Jose Melesio was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver near the intersection of 75th Street and Figueroa Street. Now, authorities say a 50-thousand-dollar reward is being offered for information that leads to the driver's arrest and conviction. Jose Melesio's family has set up a gofundme account to pay for bringing him back to Chicago and for funeral expenses.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on sightings of federal immigration agents outside Cook County courthouses.

​Kianna Galvin was 17 years old when she went missing on May 6, 2016. South Elgin police were conducting a forensic excavation 10 years later on May 7, 2026, in an effort to find her remains.

The Joliet City Council has approved $37M incentive to anchor development with massive sporting goods concept.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a proposed hearing in Chicago City Council following the death of Officer John Bartholomew.

From April 17th through the 30th, Chicago Police say there have been 25 incidents where people in the Austin, Garfield Park and Humboldt Park neighborhoods parked their Acuras or Hondas at night, and then the next morning discovered damage to their vehicles and the airbags stolen. As detectives investigate the crimes, Chicago Police suggest that owners of Hondas and Acuras install audible alarms on their vehicles.

Steer clear of car washes that take you to the cleaners, with help from Jay Elliott of the Better Business Bureau’s Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio.

The strike ended on its third day after zoo officials and union workers signed a four-year collective bargaining agreement.

An early morning explosion and fire in a Des Plaines condo building sent six people to the hospital. The fire department and Nicor are investigating the cause of the fire that started at around 1am.

Today is the 58th anniversary of WBBM Newsradio's all-news format. Here's a report on a 1968 Indiana presidential primary, with Sen. Robert Kennedy Jr. in the lead (he would tragically become the victim of an assassination just one month later), mentioning how Paul Newman and other celebs participated in the campaign's roadshow. Featuring anchors Mal Bellairs and Tom Clark and reporting from future CBS News president Van Gordon Sauter, provided by the family of Mal Bellairs. These archives were organized by WBBM Newsradio's Rob Hart.

Today is the 58th anniversary of WBBM Newsradio's all-news format. Here's a noon broadcast from that first day back in 1968 featuring anchors Mal Bellairs and Tom Clark, provided by the family of Mal Bellairs. These archives were organized by WBBM Newsradio's Rob Hart.

Today is the 58th anniversary of WBBM Newsradio's all-news format. Here's some commericals from May 6, 1968, including ads for Liquid Snowballs, Salad Supreme and more, featuring anchors Mal Bellairs and Tom Clark and provided by the family of Mal Bellairs. These archives were organized by WBBM Newsradio's Rob Hart.

Today is the 58th anniversary of WBBM Newsradio's all-news format. Here's a broadcast from that first day back in 1968, featuring anchors Mal Bellairs and Tom Clark as well as reporter Allan Crane, provided by the family of Mal Bellairs. Archives organized by WBBM Newsradio's Rob Hart.

A warning about so called "ghost tickets" as concerts and events ramp up this summer.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a proposed ban on "sweepstakes" machines in the city of Chicago.

The charge of Wire Fraud is against 44-year-old Brandi Wright who the Department of Justice says received two small business loans in 2021 totaling 41-thousand-dollars on behalf of a bakery business that did not actually exist. The criminal information filed claims that Wright intended to use the money for personal benefit. Brandi Wright is a CPD sergeant who lives in Chicago.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a "not guilty" verdict in the DUI trial of Cook County Board of Review member Samantha Steele.

The annual event brings together more than 1,400 students for a dynamic showcase spanning dance, music, theater and visual arts, transforming the city into a vibrant stage for emerging talent.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's approach to discussions in Springfield around the potential future home of the Chicago Bears.

PlayStation users who bought certain digital games could be eligible for payments under a proposed $7.85 million class-action settlement involving Sony.

On May 1st, Adolfo Carillo was driving on Army Trail Road in Addison when the DuPage County State's Attorney says he crashed at a high speed into a Lexus being driven by 65-year-old Rebeca Hidalgo. Illinois State Police say Hidalgo was severely injured and was taken to a hospital where she died that night. Authorities allege that Carrillo’s Blood Alcohol Content tested at 0.98. Aldolfo Carrillo’s next court appearance is scheduled for June 1st.

On "May the Fourth," a local space expert is sharing the impact the Star Wars franchise had on her and her career in STEM.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on opposition to plans by Walgreens to close a store in the Chatham neighborhood on the South side.

This week's Made in Chicago highlights a local business owner who has made room on her shelves for other local makers. WBBM's Brandon Ison has the story.

​"The sets are amazing. The props are amazing", so says Gerry Canavan, an English professor at Marquette University who sounds like a Star Wars fan himself. ​Canavan says: "If you think of the first 20 most iconic sounds in science fiction, how many are you going to name from Star Wars? From the light saber, to the blaster, to R2D2 beeping, It creates this world that you can kind of just live in. And the world of Star Wars comes back to theaters in a new movie this month.