Week in Review: Chicago teacher killed • Winning $1M lotto ticket sold • Fatal 7-car wreck on Thanksgiving
The wife of a Chicago teacher killed in a traffic crash is seeking justice after charges were dismissed in the case, a winning $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in suburban Chicago, a northwest Indiana man has received one of the most prestigious recognitions in country music, and a wrong-way driver caused a deadly seven-vehicle wreck on the Kennedy Expressway Thanksgiving night. These are the top stories from FOX 32's Week in Review.
The wife of a Chicago teacher killed in a traffic crash is seeking justice after charges were dismissed in the case, a winning $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in suburban Chicago, a northwest Indiana man has received one of the most prestigious recognitions in country music, and a wrong-way driver caused a deadly seven-vehicle wreck on the Kennedy Expressway Thanksgiving night. These are the top stories from FOX 32's Week in Review.
China sentences Chinese-Canadian pop star Kris Wu to 13 years for sex crimes
Kris Wu rose to fame as a former member of a popular South Korean group.
Kris Wu rose to fame as a former member of a popular South Korean group.
Irene Cara, 'Flashdance,' 'Fame' singer, dead at 63
Irene Cara won an Academy Award for 1983’s 'Flashdance… What a Feeling.'
Irene Cara won an Academy Award for 1983’s 'Flashdance… What a Feeling.'
‘Titanic’ filmmaker James Cameron reveals Leonardo DiCaprio almost wasn't cast in classic film
Leonardo DiCaprio’s behavior was almost the tip of the iceberg for "Titanic" director James Cameron.
Leonardo DiCaprio’s behavior was almost the tip of the iceberg for "Titanic" director James Cameron.
Shoe lovers! DJ Khaled’s legendary sneaker closet lists on Airbnb
The rapper is opening his Miami home for sneakerheads wanting to live like the music mogul himself.
The rapper is opening his Miami home for sneakerheads wanting to live like the music mogul himself.
Ukrainian Village tavern forced to take town Hamm's Beer Sign after 66 years due to permitting issue
Since the mid 1950s, there has been a bright, four-foot by five-foot Hamm's Beer Sign illuminating the entrance over Archie's Iowa Rockwell Tavern, which is one of those cozy corner taverns in Ukrainian Village. However, because of a permitting issue, owners had to take it down to many peoples' disappointment.
Since the mid 1950s, there has been a bright, four-foot by five-foot Hamm's Beer Sign illuminating the entrance over Archie's Iowa Rockwell Tavern, which is one of those cozy corner taverns in Ukrainian Village. However, because of a permitting issue, owners had to take it down to many peoples' disappointment.
Northwest Indiana man receives one of the most prestigious recognitions in country music
One of the most prestigious recognitions in country music was awarded to a northwest Indiana man.
One of the most prestigious recognitions in country music was awarded to a northwest Indiana man.
Northwest Indiana man receives one of the most prestigious recognitions in country music
One of the most prestigious recognitions in country music was awarded to a northwest Indiana man.
One of the most prestigious recognitions in country music was awarded to a northwest Indiana man.
Todd, Julie Chrisley sentenced to combined 19 years in prison for fraud, tax evasion
Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley have been sentenced to spend a combined total of 19 years in prison after the "Chrisley Knows Best" couple were convicted of fraud and tax evasion in Atlanta.
Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley have been sentenced to spend a combined total of 19 years in prison after the "Chrisley Knows Best" couple were convicted of fraud and tax evasion in Atlanta.
Kanye West announces he's running for president in 2024
Kanye West said he’s planning a 2024 presidential run and is working with far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos.
Kanye West said he’s planning a 2024 presidential run and is working with far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos.
Jay Leno released from hospital after suffering burn injuries
Jay Leno is heading home following a 10-day stint at the Grossman Burn Center in West Hills after receiving multiple surgeries for third-degree burns suffered on his face and hands from a fire in his Burbank garage.
Jay Leno is heading home following a 10-day stint at the Grossman Burn Center in West Hills after receiving multiple surgeries for third-degree burns suffered on his face and hands from a fire in his Burbank garage.
Snoop Dogg launches pet accessory line: 'If my dogs ain't fresh, I ain't fresh'
“Snoop Doggie Doggs” includes dog apparel, plush toys, bowls, and leashes.
“Snoop Doggie Doggs” includes dog apparel, plush toys, bowls, and leashes.
Ticketmaster apologizes to Taylor Swift, fans over sales disaster
Ticketmaster issued a formal apology after canceling concert sales on millions of Taylor Swift fans.
Ticketmaster issued a formal apology after canceling concert sales on millions of Taylor Swift fans.
Things to do in Chicago this weekend
Days are getting shorter and darker but don't let that stop you from having a good time this weekend.
Days are getting shorter and darker but don't let that stop you from having a good time this weekend.
Taylor Swift fiasco: Ticketmaster's dominance scrutinized
Taylor Swift is speaking out following a fiasco that caused a Ticketmaster site to become inaccessible for thousands of fans trying to buy tickets to her upcoming Eras Tour.
Taylor Swift is speaking out following a fiasco that caused a Ticketmaster site to become inaccessible for thousands of fans trying to buy tickets to her upcoming Eras Tour.
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson opens up about mental health: ‘You gotta ask for help’
"As guys, we have a tendency to not ask for help. Ego gets in the way, and we start stuffing things deep down in our guts, which is not a good thing," Johnson said.
"As guys, we have a tendency to not ask for help. Ego gets in the way, and we start stuffing things deep down in our guts, which is not a good thing," Johnson said.
Danny Masterson: Jury indicates deadlock in rape trial of ‘70s Show’ actor
In closing arguments, a prosecutor said Masterson used "force, fear or threats" to sexually assault the women and should be convicted of rape. But the actor's attorney countered that the alleged victims lied about their relations with the '70s Show' actor.
In closing arguments, a prosecutor said Masterson used "force, fear or threats" to sexually assault the women and should be convicted of rape. But the actor's attorney countered that the alleged victims lied about their relations with the '70s Show' actor.
Taylor Swift responds to Ticketmaster site crash: ‘Excruciating for me’
Taylor Swift's statement comes just days after the Ticketmaster site become inaccessible for thousands of fans trying to buy tickets to her upcoming Eras Tour.
Taylor Swift's statement comes just days after the Ticketmaster site become inaccessible for thousands of fans trying to buy tickets to her upcoming Eras Tour.
Star Jones talks about what kind of judge she is while hosting 'Divorce Court'
Star Jones joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the challenges and rewards of hosting "Divorce Court."
Star Jones joins Good Day Chicago to talk about the challenges and rewards of hosting "Divorce Court."
Chicago Park District OKs changes to permit process for big events after communities push back
After months of pushback from community members concerned about megafestivals taking over a neighborhood park, the Chicago Park District is implementing changes to the permitting process.
After months of pushback from community members concerned about megafestivals taking over a neighborhood park, the Chicago Park District is implementing changes to the permitting process.