Chicago

Entertainment

Millennium Park free movie series kicks off this summer

One of the Chicago area’s favorite summer traditions is back, as this year’s free film series will kick off next month at Millennium Park.

NbcchicagoMay 9, 2026

Lifestyle

Josh Kreutz — wearing his dad’s number — ‘giving it my all’ in tryout. 4 things we learned from Chicago Bears.

Josh Kreutz is trying to follow in his father’s footsteps, though he has a much longer journey to Soldier Field as one of 24 rookies invited to try out with the Chicago Bears.

ChicagotribuneMay 9, 2026

Lifestyle

Parents traveling to Mexico to reunite with Chicago teen battling cancer

The parents of a Chicago teen battling terminal cancer were finally on their way to see their son after being released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement...

NbcchicagoMay 9, 2026

Lifestyle

America has a lack of doctors. Some say Visa restrictions could make it worse

A recent NBC 5 Responds survey found Chicago-area residents are struggling to get face time with their providers. Experts say the problem could get worse.

NbcchicagoMay 8, 2026

Lifestyle

Bonded chihuahua mix and German shepherd found on Chicago streets get new home

A bonded chihuahua mix and German shepherd whose unexpected relationship went viral at a Chicago shelter appear to be heading to their new home together.

NbcchicagoMay 8, 2026

Entertainment

Review: Flea swaps Chilis for jazz to open a new tour in Chicago

The Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist has a brave new jazz project, opening a tour at Thalia Hall behind his solo album debut “Honora.”

ChicagotribuneMay 8, 2026

Entertainment

‘Wheeee!': A giant slide is now an exhibit at Chicago's Griffin Museum of Science and ...

The slide is part of ‘Powering the Future,’ a new, permanent exhibit opening May 8 at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.

NbcchicagoMay 8, 2026

Lifestyle

AI assistance emerges as a remedy for Chicago's doctor shortage

Results from a new NBC 5 Responds survey found people across the Chicago area are struggling to find doctor appointment availability.

NbcchicagoMay 8, 2026

Entertainment

CPS students compete in NASCAR design challenge at Field Museum More than 500 Chicago Public Schools students were at the Field Museum Thursday to participate in the fourth annual NASCAR STEAM Fest Design Challenge.

More than 500 Chicago Public Schools students were at the Field Museum Thursday to participate in the fourth annual NASCAR STEAM Fest Design Challenge.

CBS News ChicagoMay 7, 2026

Entertainment

In grim financial turn, Chicago Sinfonietta will pause concerts and lay off staff

The move by the major Chicago orchestra — one of a few in the world devoted to advancing racial equity — will leave just its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day concert on the cale…

ChicagotribuneMay 7, 2026

Lifestyle

Poll finds Illinois residents think funding for a new Bears stadium should be limited

The findings showed that passions for keeping the Bears in Illinois ran much higher in the Chicago area than downstate.

ChicagotribuneMay 7, 2026

Lifestyle

Chicago teen dying from terminal cancer pleads to see his detained parents once more

A Chicago teen battling terminal cancer is making an emotional plea: he wants to see his parents, who remain in federal immigration custody.

NbcchicagoMay 7, 2026