Customers of Gina’s Italian Ice bid farewell to beloved community staple

Marking the end of the summer and the end of an era, Gina’s Italian Ice served its final scoop Sunday, permanently closing its doors to the public after 46 years in Berwyn.

Delicious pumpkin recipes to help ring in fall
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Registered Dietitian Maggie Michalczyk dishes out some delicious and clever ideas for incorporating pumpkin into recipes to give them that special autumnal touch.

Unlikely families formed through Safe Families program in Chicago

A Chicago-born organization has been keeping children out of the foster care system for 20 years now. Two unlikely families became one through the program in an unimaginable crisis. A loving family, pieced together, by an incredible challenge.

Unlikely families formed through Safe Families program in Chicago
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A Chicago-born organization has been keeping children out of the foster care system for 20 years now. Two unlikely families became one through the program in an unimaginable crisis. A loving family, pieced together, by an incredible challenge.

'She won’t let go of him': Tennessee couple of 69 years hold hands in final moments

An elderly Tennessee couple, married for an astounding 69 years, recently shared a touching reunion during their final moments at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Naperville, Bolingbrook UAW strike against GM, Stellantis

Car dealerships across the nation may soon be feeling the effects of the ongoing United Auto Workers strike.

Chicago Gourmet food festival returns to Harris Theater
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Chicago Gourmet continues Friday with Hamburger Hop at the Harris Theater rooftop. There are two sessions tomorrow and the festival's take on Oktoberfest with Prost! In the Park on Sunday.

Study reveals the happiest states in the US in 2023

WalletHub examined 30 key metrics across 50 states, ranging from the depression rate to income growth to the unemployment rate.

Orange Friday Remix: The top highlights from Week 3
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Get prepped for the Bears game! We're tailgating Southern-style, making moves with the Jesse White Tumblers, and celebrating with Staley on the Fox Plaza. Plus the real-life Rudy offers the Bears some cinematic inspiration.

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is back

Oscar Mayer says the Frankmobile is toast. The Wienermobile rides again.

UAW president Shawn Fain calls on 38 GM, Stellantis plants to strike in 20 states - Ford not affected

UAW President Shawn Fain set noon Friday as a deadline for that progress with Ford, Stellantis, and General Motors or more workers will join the picket line. He's expected to announce the next striking plants at 10 a.m.

UAW strike update: These plants joined the picket line Friday

After General Motors and Stellantis failed to make sufficient progress with the UAW, the union called on all the automakers' parts distribution facilities to strike. This includes 38 facilities across 20 states.

Fitness Friday: Staying fit through the ages
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It's never too late to get active and stay limber throughout the ages. FOX 32's Anita Blanton visits a class of fit boomers that are changing the way we approach fitness while we age.

Illinois craft brewers revolutionizing game day beverage options for football fans

Football fans often seek more than just two teams and a ball during games; they often crave a cold beer. In a FOX 32 special report, Dane Placko explores how Illinois' craft brewers can help you switch up your gameday drink lineup.

Chicago Ford workers rally in support of UAW strike

A United Auto Workers rally kicked off on Chicago's South Side at the Local 551 Chapter Thursday afternoon.