New Cook County program helps veterans with home repair work
A new program in Cook County is looking to help veterans keep up with repair work to their homes.
How you can send a Valentine to a veteran
Constituents of all ages are encouraged to express their gratitude through the program, which has distributed 10,000 cards so far to veterans at Lovell Federal Health Care Center and on Honor Flights.
'A new mission:' Veterans asked to apply for internship to help battle child predators
When it comes to fighting child exploitation, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is looking for a certain specialist to help get the job done. In a special report, Fox 32’s Natalie Bomke details just who they’re looking for.
Pritzker celebrates completion of Quincy VA Home renovations
Two years ago, legionnaire's disease took the lives of 12 veterans at the home, and some called for closing the facility.
Wreaths Across America honors veterans around the holidays
Saturday is Wreaths Across America Day. Every year cemeteries across the country participate in laying wreaths on graves of veterans.
Chicago Heights veteran gifted new roof from Habitat for Humanity, community partners
Habitat for Humanity and its community partners seek to ease a burden for one Chicago Heights veteran by giving him a new roof for his home.
Affordable housing complex in Illinois Medical District to cater to veterans, disabled residents
One of Chicago’s oldest nonprofits is stepping into the affordable housing market.
Jon Stewart back on Capitol Hill, urges passing of healthcare benefits for veterans
Jon Stewart was back on Capitol Hill Monday, demanding Congress pass a bill on veterans' healthcare.
COVID-19 outbreak reported at Manteno veterans home
A COVID-19 outbreak at a state-run veterans home in northeastern Illinois has spread to 22 residents and staff members, a state agency said.
Chicago hospital's art therapy lets veterans reveal what their PTSD looks like
Art therapy is part of the Chicago hospital’s two-week, intense outpatient treatment program for veterans called "The Road Home." The program is free for veterans and their family members — across the country.
Memorial Day parade honors fallen veterans buried in Chicago cemetery from every single one of America's wars
A special commemoration was held at a Chicago cemetery today, where veterans from all of America's wars are buried, dating all the way back to the Revolutionary War.
Chicago fundraiser 'Ruck March' supports veterans in need
With Memorial Day around the corner, one Chicago veterans group is preparing for their biggest fundraiser of the year.
Dozens of veterans board the 100th voyage of Honor Flight Chicago
Honor Flight Chicago sent dozens of veterans from Chicago to the nation's capitol on Wednesday, marking the 100th trip made by the organization.
Aurora police searching for military veteran who walked away from hospital
Police are searching for a military veteran who walked away from a hospital in west suburban Aurora last week.
LaSalle Veterans Home 'had no plan' to prevent deadly COVID outbreak, attorney says
Families of veterans who died in a COVID-19 outbreak at an Illinois nursing home have filed lawsuits, claiming the home and the state were woefully unprepared to protect them from the virus.
National Virtual Career Fair aims to engage veterans in the workforce
Chris Stevens, senior vice president of RecruitMilitary, previews their National Virtual Career Fair and talks about how veterans can get involved.
Suburban Chicago company making barbecue sauce to benefit veterans
An Army veteran from Chicago's Northwest suburbs is turning his passion for barbecue into a fundraising machine for fellow vets.
Family of Irene Chavez, woman who died in Chicago police custody, files lawsuit
The family of a woman who died in police custody has now filed a lawsuit against the Chicago Police Department.
Chicago Park District giving veterans taste of Winter Olympics
Some disabled veterans are drawing inspiration from the Winter Olympics and getting a chance to try some of the games’ unusual, icy sports.
Chicago Park District gives veterans taste of the Winter Olympics
Some disabled veterans are drawing inspiration from the Winter Olympics and getting a chance to try some of the games’ unusual, icy sports.