Indiana newborn faces three surgeries in two months
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After 74 days in the hospital, a Valparaiso family is finally home together. But, their journey is far from over. 

Another man hurt after fall on broken sidewalk outside South Side lounge

Chicago residents are raising new concerns about sidewalk safety after a second man says he suffered serious injuries from the same stretch of broken pavement left without barriers or warning signs.

Second injury linked to unsafe sidewalk in Calumet Heights
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Chicago residents are raising new questions about sidewalk safety after a second man says he suffered serious injuries from the same stretch of pavement left broken and unprotected. The latest victim says he sustained a concussion after falling on the damaged sidewalk. In less than 24 hours, two men were reportedly hurt at the location.

Bears stadium fight, rat infestation and dentist controversy | Week in Review
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This week on "Week in Review," we cover a restaurant owner robbed at gunpoint, a doggy daycare owner accused of animal torture, a dentist accused of leaving patients without permanent teeth and a suburban rat infestation blamed on one home. We also break down the growing Bears stadium debate, Lake Michigan water concerns tied to data centers, Cubs struggles, Suenos Music Festival, Chicago’s Korea Town history and more.

Record travelers expected this Memorial Day weekend
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There are a record number of Americans driving or flying this holiday weekend.  In fact, TSA expects two million passengers at Chicago airports alone.  Others on the road say the jump at the pump is affecting summer travel plans.  Fox's Caroline Shively reports.

Former Time Magazine reporter weighs In on Gabbard’s sudden exit | ChicagoLIVE
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Professor Alain Sanders, attorney, former Time Magazine Senior Reporter, and Professor Emeritus of Political Science at St. Peter’s University in Jersey City, weighs in on Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s resignation and what it could mean politically and strategically for the Trump administration.

Suspects accused of ramming cars into gas stations to steal ATMs: Chicago police

Chicago police are looking for suspects who allegedly rammed a stolen car into four gas stations to steal ATMs in the Bronzeville and Woodlawn neighborhoods. 

Cook County warns of a rabid bat in Park Ridge. What to know | ChicagoLIVE
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The City of Park Ridge confirmed a rabid bat was found in the neighborhood. Cook County Dept. of Animal & Rabies Control administrator Dr. Megan Carolan explains what the public needs to know.

15 years ago today: EF-5 tornado devastated Joplin, Missouri
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Fifteen years after the deadliest tornado in modern U.S. history devastated Joplin, Missouri, the community reflects on the lives lost, the destruction left behind and the remarkable rebuilding effort that followed.

Hooters CEO explains why the brand is getting a reset | ChicagoLIVE
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Hooters CEO Neil Kiefer joined ChicagoLIVE to discuss the company’s rebrand, its Chicago roots and why he says the goal is to bring the brand back to its original concept. He also talked about uniforms, food, customer feedback and why Chicago-area restaurants are not expected to see major changes.

Chicago man sentenced to 4 years in prison for cyberstalking former partners

A Chicago man who admitted to cyberstalking and harassing multiple former romantic partners has been sentenced to four years in federal prison, according to prosecutors.

Declassified UFO files: Video of Lake Huron encounter with F-16 near UP released by Pentagon

A newly declassified video shown in infrared, depicts an object appearing to be a weather balloon shot down – moments before a bright white object appears to the right of the crosshairs.

Is this Cybertruck driver asleep at the wheel? See the video

A woman captured an odd and potentially dangerous scene this week: An older male driver who appeared to be asleep at the wheel of a self-driving Cybertruck. 

Florida biologist awarded $485K settlement after firing tied to Charlie Kirk death post

The State of Florida will have to pay a former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation employee nearly half a million dollars after she was fired for a social media post criticizing Charlie Kirk after his death. 

Two barns engulfed in flames in unincorporated Huntley, officials say

Firefighters battled a large blaze that tore through two barns Friday in Chicago’s northwest suburbs, forcing road closures and a major emergency response.

Chicago beaches are now open for the 2026 season
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Chicago's 22 public beaches are now open for the 2026 season. Here's what you need to know before heading out.

NATO allies react to Trump’s sudden reversal on Poland troop deployment
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NATO leaders welcomed President Trump’s decision to send more U.S. troops to Poland, but some allies said the abrupt policy shift created confusion and highlighted concerns about communication within the alliance.