After spending the first few months of their baby’s life trying to saving it, a suburban family can shift focus to the future of their family. Caleb Mrozinsky underwent surgery Thursday to donate a portion of his liver to his 8-month-old son who has a rare condition. Logan Mrozinsky was born with biliary atresia, a rare condition in which the bile ...

For years, Dr. Kevin J. Nohelty has been the highest-paid public school district superintendent in Illinois. He has made more money each year than the heads of 10 public universities in Illinois. Hes made more each year than the mayor of Chicago. Hes made more each year than anyone in the U.S. Congress. Hes even made more each year than the president ...

For years, Dr. Kevin J. Nohelty has been the highest-paid public school district superintendent in Illinois. He has made more money each year than the heads of 10 public universities in Illinois. Hes made more each year than the mayor of Chicago. Hes made more each year than anyone in the U.S. Congress. Hes even made more each year than the president ...

A Calumet New Tech High School student riding a bicycle was struck by a car after school dismissal on Wednesday afternoon, according to authorities and school officials. At approximately 2:40 p.m., the 17-year-old student was on his bike, attempting to cross Ridge Road at Calhoun Street in Gary, when he was struck by a red Hyundai traveling westbound, a ...

Individuals in Yorkville who violate a new ordinance banning sleeping in public places would be subject to a fine or possible jail time, Kendall County Now reported. At its meeting on Tuesday, the Yorkville City Council approved an ordinance banning “public camping,” which it stated creates “a myriad of concerns,” including those related to ...

Note: The video in the player above is from a previous report. Chicago Animal Care and Control is experiencing a “crisis” due to an influx in the number of animals surrendered, an agency spokesperson said Thursday. CACC public information officer Armando Tejeda said a total of 1,842 dogs and cats were surrendered in July for an average of 59 ...

A 38-year-old man has died days after he was struck and killed by a vehicle driven by an 81-year-old driver in suburban Palatine. According to police, the man was struck by the SUV in the first block of northbound Northwest Highway at approximately 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. The man later died from his injuries on Thursday, according to authorities. A ...

Two men had to be rescued from a raging river in Wisconsin after they entered the water attempting to help a dog. Bodycam video footage showed the men clinging to the banks of the Menomonee River as first responders tried to pull them to safety. One of the men was swept away by the swift current and rescued about a half-mile downstream. The other ...

In an exclusive interview with the NBC Chicago, Pope Leo XIV’s brother shared an update on how his sibling is navigating his massive new role as he marks 100 days as the first American pope. In his first three months as pope, a Gallup poll showed Leo is the most popular world leader, with a 57% favorable rating. His brother, John Prevost, said Leo ...

Actor John Stamos has announced plans to take the stage at Riot Fest in Chicago — but there’s a big caveat. Stamos revealed he’ll perform as the drummer for The Beach Boys only if certain conditions are met, in a statement released by festival organizers on Thursday. “Riot Fest was recently informed by Mr. John Stamos (actor, musician,icon, ...

The Savannah Bananas bring a signature style of baseball to the field, but fans at this weekends games will get a unique spin on some favorite food items. Chicagoans are of course proud of a variety of dishes, including pizza, Italian beef sandwiches and hot dogs, and Delaware North Sportservice, the hospitality partner of the White Sox, is putting a ...

A suspect was indicted in the cold case murder of Trudy Appleby, an 11-year-old girl whose disappearance shocked the northeast Illinois community of Moline nearly 30 years ago. Jamison Fisher, 50, was charged with three counts of first-degree murder and one count of concealment of a homicidal death in Henry County, which is east of Moline, reported ...

One of the most famed and feared haunted houses in the Chicago area opens for the 2025 spooking season in less than a month. 13th Floor Haunted House Chicago, located in suburban Schiller Park at 5050 River Road, will offer nightmare-worthy frights Sept. 13 through Nov. 9 this year. Pre-sale tickets are available, with prices starting at $15.99 for a ...

Travis Kelce revealed one of Taylor Swift’s “green flags” during her appearance on his “New Heights” podcast this week — and it all involves a moment during a Chicago Bears game. The famed couple gave fans around the world a rare window into their relationship during a highly anticipated episode of the podcast Kelce hosts alongside his ...

It was an eventful day for a suburban Highland Park police officer after he helped save two wayward swans from a busy roadway. According to authorities, the rescue occurred Monday during rush hour on U.S. Route 41. City of Highland Park A resident named Ileana called police to inform them that there were two swans who were blocking a lane of ...

Priscilla Presley’s former business partners accused the rock widow of hastening daughter Lisa Marie’s death to secure her own spot atop Elvis’ massive financial kingdom, according to a bombshell lawsuit filed in Los Angeles this week. Plaintiffs Brigitte Kruse and Kevin Fialko accused Priscilla Presley, the former wife of rock icon Elvis Presley, ...

Texas Democrats on Thursday moved closer to ending a nearly two-week walkout that has blocked the GOPs redrawing of U.S. House maps before the 2026 election and put them under escalating threats by Republicans back home. The Democrats, many of whom are staying in Illinois to avoid a vote, announced they will return so long as Texas Republicans end a ...

When Chicago students head back to school, they will need to take extra caution in some areas. This will be the first time students walk to school with 15% fewer crossing guards on patrol. NBC 5 Responds recently looked at the impact the cuts could have citywide. Parent Tyler Roach is worried about his 9-year-old daughter, Hayden. Shes entering ...

When it comes to building on-screen chemistry, the cast of “Highest 2 Lowest” took a page straight out of the sports playbook, and director Spike Lee was their coach. “He lets us run our own plays here and there, you know, improvise a little bit and try to fill in,” actor Jeffrey Wright told NBC Sports Adriana Ferrari. “You know, we set up the ...

When it comes to building on-screen chemistry, the cast of “Highest 2 Lowest” took a page straight out of the sports playbook, and director Spike Lee was their coach. “He lets us run our own plays here and there, you know, improvise a little bit and try to fill in,” actor Jeffrey Wright told NBC Sports Adriana Ferrari. “You know, we set up the ...

Editor’s Note: The video in this story is from a previous report. Several popular new retailers and restaurants will soon open up at Westfield Old Orchard Mall in Skokie as the suburban mall to continues to undergo a major transformation. One of the newest stores, California-based brand Beyond Yoga, will open at the mall Wednesday, according to a ...

What to KnowFederal agents turned a busy intersection in a mixed residential-commercial area of Washington, D.C., into a police checkpoint, drawing protests from residents.Gov. Ron DeSantis is preparing to open a second immigration detention facility at a state prison in north Florida. “Deportation depot,” as DeSantis called it, will be able to hold ...

An unknown illness is sickening and killing Southern California sea gulls, a bird rescue organization said on Tuesday. San Pedro-based International Bird Rescue says there’s been an “unusual surge” of sick and dying Western gulls along the area’s shores. As the organization scrambles to treat the affected birds, state and county agencies are ...

An unknown illness is sickening and killing Southern California sea gulls, a bird rescue organization said on Tuesday. San Pedro-based International Bird Rescue says there’s been an “unusual surge” of sick and dying Western gulls along the area’s shores. As the organization scrambles to treat the affected birds, state and county agencies are ...

Singer, songwriter and superstar Taylor Swift gave fans around the world a rare window into her thoughts, feelings and relationship with boyfriend Travis Kelce during an appearance on his podcast. On paper, we actually kind of have a very similar job. Like, our job is to entertain people for three-plus hours in NFL stadiums, Swift joked. When Im there, ...