NBC 5 Chicago
Chicago, IL · English · TV & web
NBC 5 Chicago is a local news outlet based in Chicago, Illinois, covering regional news, politics, and community events. It reports on a range of topics including traffic incidents, elections, and public safety issues.
- 24/day · 7-day avg
- Top beat: Crime
- Tracked since 2026
- 4 Chicago, IL peers
Latest stories
- Multiple burglaries reported within days, miles of each other in two Chicago neighborhoodsMultiple burglaries occurred in Chicago's Dunning and Portage Park neighborhoods within six days, with suspects entering through unsecured doors or windows and stealing items like safes, firearms, and cash. Police are seeking the suspect and advising residents to secure their homes and report suspicious activity.
- Morning storms lead to ground stop at O'Hare, with more storms on the wayStorms caused flight delays and a ground stop at O'Hare Airport in Chicago, with more storms expected through the week as temperatures rise.
- Broadway revivals and ‘Liberation' win big at the Tony Awards, hosted by PinkBroadway revivals and 'Liberation' won major awards at the Tony Awards, hosted by Pink. 'Schmigadoon!' won best new musical, and 'Liberation' won best new play. John Lithgow made history as the oldest male Tony winner.
- Summer classes canceled at Evanston Township HS after ransomware attackEvanston Township High School canceled summer classes and activities after a ransomware attack disrupted systems and internet services. The district is working with cybersecurity experts and the FBI to address the breach.
- Summer classes canceled at Evanston Township HS canceled after ransomware attackEvanston Township High School canceled summer classes and activities after a ransomware attack disrupted systems and internet services. The district is working with cybersecurity experts and the FBI to restore operations and assess the breach's impact.
- Chicago foundations empower people with disabilities through fashion showTwo Chicago foundations are hosting an inclusive fashion show called Runway of Change to empower people with disabilities, featuring speakers on disability rights and accessibility.
- New Indiana law allows teens to get driver's license sooner. What to knowIndiana has passed a law allowing 16-year-olds to obtain a driver's license on their birthday, earlier than the previous minimum age of 16 years and 90 days. The requirements for obtaining a license remain unchanged.
- 1 person in custody after 5 injured in New York's Penn Station stabbing, official saysOne person was arrested after a stabbing at New York's Penn Station that injured five people, with no signs of terrorism reported. The suspect is believed to have mental health issues.
- Flights delayed at O'Hare as storms move through the Chicago areaFlights at O'Hare International Airport faced delays due to storms in the Chicago area, with departure delays averaging 60 minutes and expected to increase to 78 minutes. A ground delay program was implemented from 7 p.m. to 9:59 p.m.
- Israel and Iran trade strikes, threatening to drag region back to full-scale warIsrael and Iran exchanged strikes, escalating tensions in the Middle East, with Yemen's Houthi rebels also targeting Israel, raising fears of a broader regional war. Diplomatic efforts are underway to prevent further escalation.
- Israel launches airstrikes on central and western Iran after Iranian missiles firedIsrael launched airstrikes on central and western Iran in response to Iranian missile attacks, escalating tensions in the Middle East. Iran closed its airspace, and Saudi Arabia reported missile alerts. The U.S. attempted to mediate, with Trump urging Israel not to retaliate immediately.
- Street closures start Monday ahead of Obama Presidential Center openingStreet closures begin in Hyde Park ahead of the Obama Presidential Center's grand opening from June 19-21, with multiple road shutdowns and parking restrictions in effect. Officials advise drivers to use alternate routes.
- Police search for suspects in Ohio shooting that wounded 12 near a street festivalPolice in Ohio are searching for suspects after a shooting at a street festival wounded 12 people. No arrests have been made, and authorities are urging witnesses to come forward.
- Man killed in explosion on Eisenhower Expressway identified by medical examinerA man was killed in an explosion on the Eisenhower Expressway in Chicago's western suburbs, leading to a major roadway shutdown and involvement of multiple law enforcement agencies. The victim has been identified as 47-year-old Jorge Vaca.
- New Portillo's location planned for Michigan Avenue, and it comes with a twistPortillo's is opening a new walk-up location on Michigan Avenue in Chicago, marking a shift from its traditional dine-in format.