In less than two weeks , Chicago’s first ever reggaetón music festival, Sueños will be taking over Grant Park on May 28 and May 29. Headliners include Ozuna, Myke Towers, Farruko El Alfa, J Balvin and Wisin and Yandel. WGN News Now spoke with Aaron Ampudia, Sueños co-founder, about what festival-goers can expect and how organizers are already making an impact within the community. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

 If you see one of the invasive jumping worms that are spreading across Illinois right now, don’t panic. Instead, get to your computer as quickly as you can. Scientists need your help to track the slimy pests that are making their way into gardens. Chris Evans, Forestry Extension & Research Specialist at the University of Illinois told WGN News Now the recent rains will likely make the jumping worms come out even more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

They’ve got spirit! Yes, they do! They’ve got spirit, and they need you! The Chi-Town Wildcats Cheerleaders are heading to their first world championship in Orlando, Florida but they may have to leave some of the youngest members of their team behind. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

The giant music festival Summerfest has announced its 2022 lineup on Tuesday. Justin Bieber, Backstreet Boys, Steve Aoki, Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa, Machine Gun Kelly, Rod Stewart and Halsey are some of this summer’s headliners. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

Soon Chicago will be partying like it’s 1999 as it glows in purple this summer when Prince: The Immersive Experience makes its worldwide debut. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

In an effort to improve diversity, the NFL is making adjustments to its Rooney Rule. That’s the rule that requires teams to interview a diverse group of candidates for jobs like coaching and various other positions. Now, all 32 teams must hire a minority offensive assistant coach for the 2022 season. Women can now count towards that minority hiring. And, on top of that, the NFL announced the creation of a six-person advisory committee who will be in charge of reviewing the league’s diversity. WGN News Now talks with Elena Armijo, executive in leadership coach, about these changes and what it m ..read more

Will Smith slapped Chris Rock Sunday night at the Oscars after Rock made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head. Pinkett Smith revealed in 2018 that she was diagnosed with alopecia. We talk with Jennifer Chan about alopecia, causes, and treatments - as well hair loss and hair thinning. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

The average price for gasoline continues to climb nationwide as the global oil market responds to Russia’s war against Ukraine. In Chicago, gas prices near $5 a gallon. According to AAA, Monday’s national average is $4.246. WGN News Now spoke with Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis with Gas Buddy about this to get a better idea as to why this is happening. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

We’re inching closer to Spring which may have you looking for ways to spruce up your home or office with some plants. But before you jump right in, it’s best to do some research on the type of plant you’d like and the needs it may require. WGN News Now spoke with Ozzy Gámez, owner of Plant Shop Chicago about all things plants. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more

It's the time of year foodies have been waiting for all year long. More than 300 area restaurants are participating. Local influencer Christine Zwolinski is here to have us drool over the tasty options and to show us what the week has in store in various Chicago neighborhoods. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ..read more