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.
Meet the 11-year-old Chicago girl changing boxing
An 11-year-old Chicago girl is challenging long-standing stereotypes in boxing and building a name for herself in the ring.
An 11-year-old Chicago girl is challenging long-standing stereotypes in boxing and building a name for herself in the ring.
11-year-old female boxer changing the game
Boxing has long been seen as a man’s sport, but one young Chicago girl is proving that idea is outdated. At just 11 years old, Zariah Barajas is already showing the kind of skill and dedication well beyond her years. And as you’ll see, she’s not just fighting in the ring. She’s carrying on a family legacy. Leslie Moreno introduces us to someone you need to know about.
Boxing has long been seen as a man’s sport, but one young Chicago girl is proving that idea is outdated. At just 11 years old, Zariah Barajas is already showing the kind of skill and dedication well beyond her years. And as you’ll see, she’s not just fighting in the ring. She’s carrying on a family legacy. Leslie Moreno introduces us to someone you need to know about.
Suburban Chicago man charged in crash that killed married couple
A suburban Chicago man is charged in a crash that killed a married couple. Prosecutors say he was driving 119 mph in a BMW that he took from his workplace.
A suburban Chicago man is charged in a crash that killed a married couple. Prosecutors say he was driving 119 mph in a BMW that he took from his workplace.
Community members silently demonstrate for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
In Skokie, a silent demonstration is putting survivor stories front and center during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Kasey Chronis is live with their message.
In Skokie, a silent demonstration is putting survivor stories front and center during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Kasey Chronis is live with their message.
Chicagoland flooding, CPS May 1st battle & local trucking company sued | Week in Review
Severe storms bring flooding to Chicagoland and an eerie disaster at a local Titanic exhibit. We also break down the deal to keep CPS open on May 1st, a major lawsuit against an Elmhurst trucking company, and the mystery behind a local veteran's apartment being cleared out. Plus, we take you to the Chicago stage for a Seinfeld superstar's return and inside the debut of a new Michael Jackson film in Gary.
Severe storms bring flooding to Chicagoland and an eerie disaster at a local Titanic exhibit. We also break down the deal to keep CPS open on May 1st, a major lawsuit against an Elmhurst trucking company, and the mystery behind a local veteran's apartment being cleared out. Plus, we take you to the Chicago stage for a Seinfeld superstar's return and inside the debut of a new Michael Jackson film in Gary.
Army couple shares Honor Flight experience in Washington
A husband and wife, both veterans, just shared their first Honor Flight experience side by side in Washington. It was a chance to reflect on a family legacy from ancestors who served to the next generation.
A husband and wife, both veterans, just shared their first Honor Flight experience side by side in Washington. It was a chance to reflect on a family legacy from ancestors who served to the next generation.
Chicago-area native Greg Krupa remembered for global impact after death in Ecuador
Chicago-area native Greg Krupa is being remembered for a life of global impact after his death in Ecuador.
Chicago-area native Greg Krupa is being remembered for a life of global impact after his death in Ecuador.
Greg Krupa remembered for global impact after death in Ecuador
Chicago-area native Greg Krupa is being remembered for a life of global impact after his death in Ecuador.
Chicago-area native Greg Krupa is being remembered for a life of global impact after his death in Ecuador.
Tentative deal reached to end NIPSCO-USW lockout
There's a tentative deal in place to end the lockout between NIPSCO and the United Steelworkers.
There's a tentative deal in place to end the lockout between NIPSCO and the United Steelworkers.
Family of Violet Harris seeks answers after deadly hit-and-run in Chicago
As her 16th birthday approaches, the family of Hyde Park Academy student Violet Harris is urging the driver who struck and killed her on a scooter to come forward, while Crime Stoppers offers a reward for information.
As her 16th birthday approaches, the family of Hyde Park Academy student Violet Harris is urging the driver who struck and killed her on a scooter to come forward, while Crime Stoppers offers a reward for information.
Barbara Flynn Currie, longtime Illinois House leader, dies
Barbara Flynn Currie, a longtime Illinois lawmaker and the first woman to serve as House Democratic Leader, has died at 85.
Barbara Flynn Currie, a longtime Illinois lawmaker and the first woman to serve as House Democratic Leader, has died at 85.
NIPSCO, USW reach tentative agreement to end lockout
There's a tentative deal in place to end the lockout between NIPSCO and the United Steelworkers.
There's a tentative deal in place to end the lockout between NIPSCO and the United Steelworkers.
CPS, CTU turn school day on May 1st into civic action event
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have reached an agreement to keep schools open May 1 while converting the day into a systemwide focus on civic engagement.
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have reached an agreement to keep schools open May 1 while converting the day into a systemwide focus on civic engagement.
Krystal Rivera shooting: New video shows Chicago officer's final moments
New body camera footage shows what happened after Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera was shot last year. The video leaves questions surrounding her partner and his actions after she was shot.
New body camera footage shows what happened after Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera was shot last year. The video leaves questions surrounding her partner and his actions after she was shot.
Brother of Chicago-area native Greg Krupa speaks out after his death in Ecuador
A man who grew up in the Chicago area was found dead this week in Ecuador. His brother, David Krupa, spoke to FOX Chicago on Friday.
A man who grew up in the Chicago area was found dead this week in Ecuador. His brother, David Krupa, spoke to FOX Chicago on Friday.
Man accused of poisoning neighbor's dog | ChicagoLIVE
A Geneva man is accused of giving his neighbor's dog chocolate mixed with rat poison in an attempt to kill the dog because of the dog's barking. The dog survived after the poisoning but may suffer long term health issues. Kane Co. State's Attorney, Jamie Mosser, joins to share more on this story.
A Geneva man is accused of giving his neighbor's dog chocolate mixed with rat poison in an attempt to kill the dog because of the dog's barking. The dog survived after the poisoning but may suffer long term health issues. Kane Co. State's Attorney, Jamie Mosser, joins to share more on this story.