Buffalo Grove HS security guard dies from crash injuries
Orlando Rivas, a Buffalo Grove High School security guard, has died from his injuries from a crash while he was out helping students.
Orlando Rivas, a Buffalo Grove High School security guard, has died from his injuries from a crash while he was out helping students.
Will the Senate change the Megaprojects Bill? | The Chicago Report
Governor Pritzker's response to the Bears stadium megaproject bill passing and what he wants changed. Plus, we'll talk to a Hinsdale native, who's taken his push for tech policy change, all the way to D.C. And, firing squad executions are back, but we take a look at the legal hurdles ahead. First, a conversation we've been looking forward to all week, with the man behind the Bears stadium plan, state Rep. Kam Buckner.
Governor Pritzker's response to the Bears stadium megaproject bill passing and what he wants changed. Plus, we'll talk to a Hinsdale native, who's taken his push for tech policy change, all the way to D.C. And, firing squad executions are back, but we take a look at the legal hurdles ahead. First, a conversation we've been looking forward to all week, with the man behind the Bears stadium plan, state Rep. Kam Buckner.
Man critically injured in Lawndale alley shooting, suspects sought: police
A man is in critical condition after a shooting in the Lawndale neighborhood on Friday, according to Chicago police.
A man is in critical condition after a shooting in the Lawndale neighborhood on Friday, according to Chicago police.
Scooter rider killed in crash with Jeep in Douglas neighborhood: police
A female victim has died after she was riding a scooter and a car hit her in the Douglas neighborhood, according to Chicago police.
A female victim has died after she was riding a scooter and a car hit her in the Douglas neighborhood, according to Chicago police.
Buffalo Grove High School security guard dies after crash on campus
A Buffalo Grove High School security guard has died after a tragic crash earlier this week, according to police.
A Buffalo Grove High School security guard has died after a tragic crash earlier this week, according to police.
Family demands justice after father of five killed in Little Village mass shooting
Police are still searching for the suspects behind a deadly mass shooting in Little Village that left one man dead and three women injured.
Police are still searching for the suspects behind a deadly mass shooting in Little Village that left one man dead and three women injured.
Trump administration makes changes to execution policy | The Chicago Report
The Department of Justice is taking dramatic steps to reintroduce and strengthen the federal death penalty. In a new 48 page report, the Bureau of Prisons announcing it will once again use firing squads and lethal injections to carry out executions. Remember, the Biden administration halted all federal executions in 2021, including the use of lethal drugs. Here to tell US more, and discuss the hurdles the trump administration may face, is Director of the Death Penalty Information Center, Robin Maher.
The Department of Justice is taking dramatic steps to reintroduce and strengthen the federal death penalty. In a new 48 page report, the Bureau of Prisons announcing it will once again use firing squads and lethal injections to carry out executions. Remember, the Biden administration halted all federal executions in 2021, including the use of lethal drugs. Here to tell US more, and discuss the hurdles the trump administration may face, is Director of the Death Penalty Information Center, Robin Maher.
Hinsdale native takes on tech safety for youth | The Chicago Report
A Hinsdale native has made it his mission to protect the online generation. Now, he leads Design It For Us, a youth-led coalition that stands up to big tech, for the sake of young users. As Governor Pritzker pushes new bills to rein in harmful algorithms and tax social platforms, we're hearing from the young leaders at the center of the debate. Joining us is the co-founder, Zamaan Gureshi to talk about the state's latest tech related news, and how his generation is handling it.
A Hinsdale native has made it his mission to protect the online generation. Now, he leads Design It For Us, a youth-led coalition that stands up to big tech, for the sake of young users. As Governor Pritzker pushes new bills to rein in harmful algorithms and tax social platforms, we're hearing from the young leaders at the center of the debate. Joining us is the co-founder, Zamaan Gureshi to talk about the state's latest tech related news, and how his generation is handling it.
Megaprojects bill passes: Will the Senate vote yes? | The Chicago Report
State Rep. Kam Buckner created the original bill, giving the bears the ability to negotiate with local governments over payments in lieu of higher property taxes. So, the team will still pay property taxes plus the payment. But it underwent some tweaks, before making it to the house floor. For instance, House democrats came to a consensus about how to divvy the money up for property tax relief, locally and statewide. He's joining us tonight, to share what this process was like, and what he sees the senate democrats doing with it.
State Rep. Kam Buckner created the original bill, giving the bears the ability to negotiate with local governments over payments in lieu of higher property taxes. So, the team will still pay property taxes plus the payment. But it underwent some tweaks, before making it to the house floor. For instance, House democrats came to a consensus about how to divvy the money up for property tax relief, locally and statewide. He's joining us tonight, to share what this process was like, and what he sees the senate democrats doing with it.
31 sloths died at Sloth World Orlando-owned warehouse: FWC reports
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
Missing Dolton twins found, Bears draft and Chicago headlines | Week in Review
On this episode of "Week in Review:" missing Dolton twin infants found safe, a Bears draft pick breakdown and a CTA train derailment during the evening commute. Plus, a rideshare delivery turns into a drug discovery, over $100K in Pokémon cards stolen and a viral goose egg theft caught on camera.
On this episode of "Week in Review:" missing Dolton twin infants found safe, a Bears draft pick breakdown and a CTA train derailment during the evening commute. Plus, a rideshare delivery turns into a drug discovery, over $100K in Pokémon cards stolen and a viral goose egg theft caught on camera.
Chicago's Original Rainbow Cone prepares for 100th anniversary, celebrates signature 5-slice cone
Known for its five-slice ice cream cone, The Original Rainbow Cone is preparing to celebrate 100 years this summer.
Known for its five-slice ice cream cone, The Original Rainbow Cone is preparing to celebrate 100 years this summer.
Foster Bridge construction delay continues
There's a delay in the Foster Bridge construction on the city's Northwest Side. The project, over the Kennedy Expressway, was supposed to be done this summer. Bret Buganski is live in Jefferson Park.
There's a delay in the Foster Bridge construction on the city's Northwest Side. The project, over the Kennedy Expressway, was supposed to be done this summer. Bret Buganski is live in Jefferson Park.
Sloth World Orlando to file for bankruptcy, will no longer open; 'we have no other options'
The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."
The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."
Lake County raid uncovers drugs, cash, weapons at Gary home: sheriff
A Gary man faces charges after guns, drugs and cash were found at his home by Lake County Sheriff's officers and SWAT Team, according to the sheriff's office.
A Gary man faces charges after guns, drugs and cash were found at his home by Lake County Sheriff's officers and SWAT Team, according to the sheriff's office.
Scam alert: Callers pose as Cook County deputies, demand cash over fake warrants
Authorities warn of a widespread scam in which callers impersonate law enforcement, threaten arrest over missed jury duty, and demand large payments, urging the public to hang up and verify directly with officials.
Authorities warn of a widespread scam in which callers impersonate law enforcement, threaten arrest over missed jury duty, and demand large payments, urging the public to hang up and verify directly with officials.
Beware: Scammers posing as Cook County Sheriff's Office
A convincing voice. Even a badge number. A sophisticated phone scam is targeting residents of all ages claiming you missed jury duty.
A convincing voice. Even a badge number. A sophisticated phone scam is targeting residents of all ages claiming you missed jury duty.
Family demands justice after mass shooting in Little Village
One man died and three women got hurt in a mass shooting in Little Village earlier this week.
One man died and three women got hurt in a mass shooting in Little Village earlier this week.
Iran War: Truce talks still stalled
Something shifted in the situation with Iran. U.S. and Iranian negotiators are both going to Pakistan. It's still unclear if they'll actually meet face to face. Different sources are saying different things. Rebekah Castor has what we know so far.
Something shifted in the situation with Iran. U.S. and Iranian negotiators are both going to Pakistan. It's still unclear if they'll actually meet face to face. Different sources are saying different things. Rebekah Castor has what we know so far.
Push for prosecutor to investigate federal agents in Operation Midway Blitz
A judge is trying to decide if we need a special prosecutor to look into what federal agents did during the immigration crackdown last year in the Chicago area.
A judge is trying to decide if we need a special prosecutor to look into what federal agents did during the immigration crackdown last year in the Chicago area.