Helping other families of missing people with a new book
It’s been just over a month since the body of a missing Blue Island father was found after a nationwide search. Now, his daughter is turning that painful experience into something she hopes can help others - going through the same thing. Leslie Moreno is live in Marionette Park with her story.
It’s been just over a month since the body of a missing Blue Island father was found after a nationwide search. Now, his daughter is turning that painful experience into something she hopes can help others - going through the same thing. Leslie Moreno is live in Marionette Park with her story.
Heavy rain floods the Des Plaines River
Tonight, several of you are dealing with flooding. It comes after days of heavy rain this week. And as you heard it's not over. Bret Buganski shows you how it is already impacting one business.
Tonight, several of you are dealing with flooding. It comes after days of heavy rain this week. And as you heard it's not over. Bret Buganski shows you how it is already impacting one business.
Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed a 10-day ceasefire
President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as pressure continues for Iran to agree to a deal.
President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as pressure continues for Iran to agree to a deal.
From loss to purpose: Blue Island daughter writes book after father’s disappearance and death
A month after her father’s body was found, Wendy Davis is writing a book to share her family’s search experience and guide others facing missing loved one cases.
A month after her father’s body was found, Wendy Davis is writing a book to share her family’s search experience and guide others facing missing loved one cases.
Extremist ordinance and teen trends | The Chicago Report
Measure banning extremist ties among officers advances, and Hyde Park residents respond to recent teen trend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Measure banning extremist ties among officers advances, and Hyde Park residents respond to recent teen trend. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."
Family files wrongful death lawsuit in fatal Chicago South Side crash
The family of a man killed in a deadly crash on the city's South Side in January has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the other driver involved, alleging reckless and dangerous behavior on the road.
The family of a man killed in a deadly crash on the city's South Side in January has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the other driver involved, alleging reckless and dangerous behavior on the road.
Colorectal cancer rising in young adults | The Chicago Report
Cancer rates are rising among younger people in particular, cases of colorectal cancer are increasing in adults under 50, a group not traditionally considered high risk. Doctor Caitlin Murphy is professor of pediatrics and public health. She joins us with now with more on prevention, detection, and long-term health.
Cancer rates are rising among younger people in particular, cases of colorectal cancer are increasing in adults under 50, a group not traditionally considered high risk. Doctor Caitlin Murphy is professor of pediatrics and public health. She joins us with now with more on prevention, detection, and long-term health.
Chicago shootings tick up in 2026 | The Chicago Report
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
After years of declines, Chicago shootings are ticking up in 2026. The city has seen 105 homicides through the first week of April, up slightly from the 98 killings seen in the same time period in 2025, according to city violence data. Another 266 people have suffered non-fatal gunshot injuries since the start of the year. Summer has not even started yet-- and many are concerned the warmer weather may bring more violence. Here to weigh in is former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson.
New measure banning extremist ties among CPD officers advances | The Chicago Report
We begin tonight with a new ordinance that is advancing through City Hall. It's aimed at rooting out extremism within the Chicago Police Department The measure bans officers from engaging in so-called “Extremist activity,” allows COPA to investigate potential ties, and requires additional screening of new recruits. Alderman Matt Martin is a sponsor of the ordinance--- and he's joining us now to explain more.
We begin tonight with a new ordinance that is advancing through City Hall. It's aimed at rooting out extremism within the Chicago Police Department The measure bans officers from engaging in so-called “Extremist activity,” allows COPA to investigate potential ties, and requires additional screening of new recruits. Alderman Matt Martin is a sponsor of the ordinance--- and he's joining us now to explain more.
Beloved Naperville Central teacher named 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year
A longtime Naperville Central teacher has been named the 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year. Social studies teacher Seth Brady, with more than two decades in the classroom, was surprised with the honor at his school, where colleagues and students say his impact goes far beyond the classroom.
A longtime Naperville Central teacher has been named the 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year. Social studies teacher Seth Brady, with more than two decades in the classroom, was surprised with the honor at his school, where colleagues and students say his impact goes far beyond the classroom.
Realistic-looking water guns spark safety concerns across Midwest after Indiana case
A growing trend involving realistic-looking water guns is raising alarm among parents, law enforcement, and community leaders across the Midwest—especially after a recent felony case involving a high school student in Northwest Indiana.
A growing trend involving realistic-looking water guns is raising alarm among parents, law enforcement, and community leaders across the Midwest—especially after a recent felony case involving a high school student in Northwest Indiana.
Titanic exhibit at Volo Museum floods on the day the real ship went down in 1912
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
The Titanic exhibit at the Volo Museum flooded again. On the exact day the titanic went down in 1912. Joanie Lum has the answers.
FAA to cut daily flights at O'Hare Airport
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
A decision tonight from the FAA on flight cuts at O'Hare. The agency has been talking about doing this for months but today-- they made it official.
FAA to cut daily flights at O'Hare Airport by 300+ this summer
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce daily flight operations at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, the agency announced Thursday.
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce daily flight operations at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, the agency announced Thursday.
Naperville teacher named Illinois Teacher of the Year
Seth Brady was named 2026 Illinois Teacher of Year -- the state's top award for teachers.
Seth Brady was named 2026 Illinois Teacher of Year -- the state's top award for teachers.
Water guns raising real safety concerns for kids after Indiana felony
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.
We’ve already seen a high school senior in northwest Indiana face a felony charge connected to one of these incidents.
Daughter of Blue Island man found dead plans book to help families
It's been a little over a month since Dan Davis' body was found. He was a Blue Island father that was reported missing last November. His daughter says she's writing a book to help other families of missing people.
It's been a little over a month since Dan Davis' body was found. He was a Blue Island father that was reported missing last November. His daughter says she's writing a book to help other families of missing people.
Family of South Side crash victim files wrongful death lawsuit
On the south side, a fatal crash from January just took another turn. The family of the man who died filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver. Kasey Chronis is live on the south side -- and Kasey, we just heard from the victim's sister.
On the south side, a fatal crash from January just took another turn. The family of the man who died filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver. Kasey Chronis is live on the south side -- and Kasey, we just heard from the victim's sister.
CPS parents seek answers ahead of May 1st protests
May Day protests are just over two weeks away and some still aren't sure what that means for their kids' classes. Gov. Pritzker also weighed in today and said he has some questions too.
May Day protests are just over two weeks away and some still aren't sure what that means for their kids' classes. Gov. Pritzker also weighed in today and said he has some questions too.
Heavy rains lead to major flooding from Des Plaines River
The Des Plaines River is flooding in some areas and impacting local businesses. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski reports.
The Des Plaines River is flooding in some areas and impacting local businesses. FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski reports.