Two girls escape suspicious encounter near Forest View park, police say
Two young girls are safe after reporting a frightening encounter with a stranger near a west suburban park, and Forest View police are asking the public for help identifying the driver involved.
Two young girls are safe after reporting a frightening encounter with a stranger near a west suburban park, and Forest View police are asking the public for help identifying the driver involved.
Why Chicago Is overhauling the RTLO to protect tenants | The Chicago Report
Chicago Department of Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda breaks down the Protecting Renters Ordinance, overhauling the city's 40-year-old RLTO.
Chicago Department of Housing Commissioner Lissette Castañeda breaks down the Protecting Renters Ordinance, overhauling the city's 40-year-old RLTO.
Why Chicago community groups have concerns about 'The 78' | The Chicago Report
The CBA for 78 coalition is raising major concerns over how "The 78" mega-development will impact local housing, traffic safety, and community transparency. To ensure the neighborhood isn't left behind, they are calling for TIF funds to be used transparently to benefit all members of the public. Angela Lin with People Matter explains.
The CBA for 78 coalition is raising major concerns over how "The 78" mega-development will impact local housing, traffic safety, and community transparency. To ensure the neighborhood isn't left behind, they are calling for TIF funds to be used transparently to benefit all members of the public. Angela Lin with People Matter explains.
Is Chicago Public Schools' 'Black Student Success Plan' still happening? | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton talks to Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova about her article: "Delays in ramping up work on Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan frustrate some advocates." Koumpilova has an update after the U.S. Department of Education’s move to withhold grant dollars over the plan.
Anita Blanton talks to Chalkbeat reporter Mila Koumpilova about her article: "Delays in ramping up work on Chicago’s Black Student Success Plan frustrate some advocates." Koumpilova has an update after the U.S. Department of Education’s move to withhold grant dollars over the plan.
City Council blocks mayor's CHA picks, Carol Ammons investigation | The Chicago Report
The City Council blocked Mayor Brandon Johnson's CHA commissioner picks. And, Springfield is still making headlines after launching an investigation into the misconduct allegations against Rep. Carol Ammons. All this and more on "The Chicago Report.
The City Council blocked Mayor Brandon Johnson's CHA commissioner picks. And, Springfield is still making headlines after launching an investigation into the misconduct allegations against Rep. Carol Ammons. All this and more on "The Chicago Report.
IL House committee to investigate Rep. Carol Ammons following indictment | The Chicago Report
Anita Blanton discusses the Illinois House special committee investigating Rep. Carol Ammons following an indictment on charges of wire fraud. Rep. Tom Weber explains why he signed the petition to create the committee.
Anita Blanton discusses the Illinois House special committee investigating Rep. Carol Ammons following an indictment on charges of wire fraud. Rep. Tom Weber explains why he signed the petition to create the committee.
Council committee blocks Mayor Johnson's CHA board picks | The Chicago Report
The battle over leadership at the Chicago Housing Authority isn’t going away. Today, Mayor Johnson faced more pushback from the City Council housing committee regarding his CHA board commissioner appointees: John Bartlett, Hipolito Roldan and Ramona Westbrook.
The battle over leadership at the Chicago Housing Authority isn’t going away. Today, Mayor Johnson faced more pushback from the City Council housing committee regarding his CHA board commissioner appointees: John Bartlett, Hipolito Roldan and Ramona Westbrook.
Chicago plays key role as DOJ trade fraud crackdown tops $1 billion in recoveries, charges
Federal law enforcement gathered Tuesday to announce that the Department of Justice's Trade Fraud Task Force has surpassed $1 billion in civil and criminal recoveries, penalties, forfeitures and publicly charged losses since its launch in August 2025.
Federal law enforcement gathered Tuesday to announce that the Department of Justice's Trade Fraud Task Force has surpassed $1 billion in civil and criminal recoveries, penalties, forfeitures and publicly charged losses since its launch in August 2025.
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again for repairs after setbacks
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.
Texas launches investigation of LinkedIn over claims of 'ghost jobs'
The Texas Attorney General's office is investigating LinkedIn over claims the platform misleads users and profits from fake or inactive "ghost jobs."
The Texas Attorney General's office is investigating LinkedIn over claims the platform misleads users and profits from fake or inactive "ghost jobs."
DuPage County rat infestation isn't over, and neighbors say they're facing backlash
Some Bensenville neighbors claim DuPage County retaliated after they spoke to FOX Chicago about a rat infestation.
Some Bensenville neighbors claim DuPage County retaliated after they spoke to FOX Chicago about a rat infestation.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: What to know before your next grocery trip
Dr. Stockton Mayer, an infectious diseasees specialist at UI Health, joins us to talk more about cyclosporiasis and how the cases in Illinois compare to other states.
Dr. Stockton Mayer, an infectious diseasees specialist at UI Health, joins us to talk more about cyclosporiasis and how the cases in Illinois compare to other states.
Chicago entrepreneur turns the city's streets into her makeup studio, one neighborhood at a time
The series, called "Beats on the Street," takes Brandy's makeup chair beyond the walls of a traditional studio and into neighborhoods across Chicago.
The series, called "Beats on the Street," takes Brandy's makeup chair beyond the walls of a traditional studio and into neighborhoods across Chicago.
DuPage County rat infestation isn't over, and neighbors say they're facing backlash
The rat infestation in DuPage County is still not fixed. Now, some neighbors in Bensenville say they're getting heat for speaking out about it.
The rat infestation in DuPage County is still not fixed. Now, some neighbors in Bensenville say they're getting heat for speaking out about it.
Chicago entrepreneur turns the city's streets into her makeup studio, one neighborhood at a time
The series, called "Beats on the Street," takes Brandy's makeup chair beyond the walls of a traditional studio and into neighborhoods across Chicago.
The series, called "Beats on the Street," takes Brandy's makeup chair beyond the walls of a traditional studio and into neighborhoods across Chicago.
Chicago reacts after ICE halts most traffic-stop arrests
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been instructed to suspend most vehicle stops nationwide during immigration enforcement operations.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been instructed to suspend most vehicle stops nationwide during immigration enforcement operations.
Chicago area linked to DOJ's record-breaking $1 billion trade fraud case
The DOJ calls it the biggest trade fraud crackdown they've ever seen! More than $1 billion in illegal goods smuggled into the U.S. but customs seized them. There's ties right here in the Chicago area.
The DOJ calls it the biggest trade fraud crackdown they've ever seen! More than $1 billion in illegal goods smuggled into the U.S. but customs seized them. There's ties right here in the Chicago area.
Cyclosporiasis in Illinois: Over 215 cases reported so far
The CDC and FDA are providing an update on the response to the gastrointestinal illness that's surging in more than 30 states, including Illinois.
The CDC and FDA are providing an update on the response to the gastrointestinal illness that's surging in more than 30 states, including Illinois.
Plainfield man charged with murder in fatal Chicago West Side shooting
A Plainfield man is facing murder charges after police said he fatally shot a man on Chicago's West Side earlier this month.
A Plainfield man is facing murder charges after police said he fatally shot a man on Chicago's West Side earlier this month.
CTA Yellow Line train collides with vehicle in Skokie, service restored
CTA Yellow Line service was suspended for several hours Tuesday afternoon after a train collided with a vehicle, disrupting service between the Skokie and Howard stations.
CTA Yellow Line service was suspended for several hours Tuesday afternoon after a train collided with a vehicle, disrupting service between the Skokie and Howard stations.