NWA Chicago is the third territory to officially become part of the National Wrestling Alliance during the Lightning One Era. It is promoted by Bryan Idol, National promoter of the National Wrestling Alliance.

 

"Polish Power” Mario Pardua won the Fred Kohler Invitational to be crowned the inaugural NWA Chicago champion, defeating Steve Boz in the tournament finals. NWA Chicago live events have twice seen major NWA titles change hands, Alex Taylor winning the NWA World Junior Heavyweight title iin June 2024, and months later Big Mama capturing the NWA Women’s TV title.