5 tornadoes confirmed in Illinois from Friday's storms
The National Weather Service confirmed five tornados swept through Illinois on Friday night as the threat of flooding continues in the Chicago area.
The National Weather Service confirmed five tornados swept through Illinois on Friday night as the threat of flooding continues in the Chicago area.
Chicago teen charged with attempted murder in March 2025 Austin shooting: police
A Chicago teen has been charged with attempted first-degree murder in a March 2025 shooting in Austin, according to police.
A Chicago teen has been charged with attempted first-degree murder in a March 2025 shooting in Austin, according to police.
Man sought after attempted sexual assault on CTA Blue Line train in Austin: police
Chicago police are looking for a suspect who tried to sexually assault a woman on a CTA Blue Line train in the Austin neighborhood on Saturday.
Chicago police are looking for a suspect who tried to sexually assault a woman on a CTA Blue Line train in the Austin neighborhood on Saturday.
Wheaton home ruined after lightning ignites roof fire: officials
A Wheaton home was deemed uninhabitable after it was struck by lightning and caught fire on Friday, according to the City of Wheaton.
A Wheaton home was deemed uninhabitable after it was struck by lightning and caught fire on Friday, according to the City of Wheaton.
Five tornadoes touched down across Illinois during Friday's storms
Five tornadoes were confirmed in Illinois during Friday's storms by the National Weather Service.
Five tornadoes were confirmed in Illinois during Friday's storms by the National Weather Service.
Teens charged after overnight crime wave hits multiple Chicago neighborhoods: police
Two teens have been charged with multiple burglaries and tresspassing in a car in a matter of hours on Friday, according to Chicago police.
Two teens have been charged with multiple burglaries and tresspassing in a car in a matter of hours on Friday, according to Chicago police.
Earth Day celebration at Eggers Grove | ChicagoLIVE
Friends of the Forest Preserve is holding an Earth Day celebration at Eggers Grove.
Friends of the Forest Preserve is holding an Earth Day celebration at Eggers Grove.
Illinois lawmakers seek to allow schools to ban cell phones | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois lawmakers recently passed a bill to allow schools to ban the use of cell phones by students during classes. State Rep. Michelle Mussman (D) explains what happens next.
Illinois lawmakers recently passed a bill to allow schools to ban the use of cell phones by students during classes. State Rep. Michelle Mussman (D) explains what happens next.
Can AI be used for therapy? Expert explains benefits, risks | ChicagoLIVE
Dr. Katherine Hertlein, a psychiatry professor, talks about how AI can be used for therapy, including the benefits and risks.
Dr. Katherine Hertlein, a psychiatry professor, talks about how AI can be used for therapy, including the benefits and risks.
Anti-Cruelty Chicago hosts annual slumber paw-ty | ChicagoLIVE
Anti-Cruelty in Chicago is hosting a slumber "paw-ty" to support sheltered animals as part of a national initiative.
Anti-Cruelty in Chicago is hosting a slumber "paw-ty" to support sheltered animals as part of a national initiative.
Thousands without power, damaged homes as storms rip through Chicago area
Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski and Lauren Scafidi share the latest on damage in the Chicago area due to severe thunderstorms and tornadoes.
Fox Chicago's Bret Buganski and Lauren Scafidi share the latest on damage in the Chicago area due to severe thunderstorms and tornadoes.
Former owner of 'Home Alone' house charged in Chicago-area child sexual abuse material case
A suburban Chicago man who once owned the “Home Alone" house is facing serious felony charges.
A suburban Chicago man who once owned the “Home Alone" house is facing serious felony charges.
Honor Flight Chicago brings Army couple’s 41-year love story full circle
A Chicago-area couple who both served in the U.S. Army returned from Honor Flight Chicago this week, reflecting on a shared military journey that shaped their marriage, their family and now the next generation.
A Chicago-area couple who both served in the U.S. Army returned from Honor Flight Chicago this week, reflecting on a shared military journey that shaped their marriage, their family and now the next generation.
Chicago police search for suspects in brutal CTA Red Line assault
Chicago police are searching for suspects who attacked a victim on a CTA Red Line platform in the Near North Side neighborhood on Friday afternoon.
Chicago police are searching for suspects who attacked a victim on a CTA Red Line platform in the Near North Side neighborhood on Friday afternoon.
CPS parent reacts to May 1 drama | The Chicago Report
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
Silent demonstration in Chicago suburb highlights support for sexual assault survivors
A silent demonstration in Skokie is drawing attention to the experiences of sexual assault survivors and the barriers many face in speaking out.
A silent demonstration in Skokie is drawing attention to the experiences of sexual assault survivors and the barriers many face in speaking out.
Money moves to stay afloat in the economy | The Chicago Report
With rising costs and economic uncertainty hitting close to home, a lot of people say they’re living paycheck to paycheck. Dr. Boyce Watkins is the founder of the Black Business School is joining us tonight to break down what’s really going on and what families can do to stay afloat.
With rising costs and economic uncertainty hitting close to home, a lot of people say they’re living paycheck to paycheck. Dr. Boyce Watkins is the founder of the Black Business School is joining us tonight to break down what’s really going on and what families can do to stay afloat.
Bears' officials visit Hammond as stadium decision looms
On Friday, the Bears met with representatives at the Lost Marsh Golf Club in Hammond as the back-and-forth continues.
On Friday, the Bears met with representatives at the Lost Marsh Golf Club in Hammond as the back-and-forth continues.
CPS parent reacts to May 1 drama| The Chicago Report
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
After a lot of back and forth, Chicago Public School leaders and the teachers union have agreed school will be in session on May 1. But there's a catch. Starting at 1 p.m. CPS will provide about 100 buses and students will have an excused absence for the afternoon if they want to be chaperoned and attend the May Day protests. They have to get a permission slip. No student will be retaliated against if they choose to stay in school and not attend. Brittany Preston is a CPS parent. She has 4 children in the district, and she's here to weigh in.
Chicago police: 3 killed, 1 critically injured in West Side shooting
Chicago police say three people were killed and another was critically wounded in a shooting Friday afternoon on the city's West Side.
Chicago police say three people were killed and another was critically wounded in a shooting Friday afternoon on the city's West Side.