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New federal safety rules will mandate impaired-driving detection systems in all new vehicles, using cameras and sensors to track driver alertness—boosting road safety while raising privacy concerns.
New federal safety rules will mandate impaired-driving detection systems in all new vehicles, using cameras and sensors to track driver alertness—boosting road safety while raising privacy concerns.
May Day protests span globe with focus on rising costs tied to Iran war
From Chicago’s roots to global rallies, workers demand change this May Day.
From Chicago’s roots to global rallies, workers demand change this May Day.
New video raises questions after armed man rushes White House correspondents’ dinner
Federal prosecutors released footage of a suspect charging toward a crowded ballroom with weapons, sparking debate over whether friendly fire injured an officer and what the video reveals about the suspect’s actions and security response.
Federal prosecutors released footage of a suspect charging toward a crowded ballroom with weapons, sparking debate over whether friendly fire injured an officer and what the video reveals about the suspect’s actions and security response.
Chicagoans rally around May Day
Marches and rallies are planned today across the Chicago area for May Day.
Marches and rallies are planned today across the Chicago area for May Day.
Historic Chicago fireboat marks 90 years with dockside celebration
Chicago Fireboat Tours is kicking off its season with a birthday bash honoring the 90-year legacy of the Fred A. Busse, a former Chicago Fire Department vessel now offering tours and events along the city’s waterways.
Chicago Fireboat Tours is kicking off its season with a birthday bash honoring the 90-year legacy of the Fred A. Busse, a former Chicago Fire Department vessel now offering tours and events along the city’s waterways.
Spirit Airlines moves toward shutdown after rescue deal collapses: report
Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations after failing to secure a $500 million government lifeline.
Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations after failing to secure a $500 million government lifeline.
Driver charged with attempted murder after violent road rage incident on I-57
A New Jersey man faces attempted murder charges after allegedly causing multiple crashes and assaulting a driver during a road rage incident on I-57.
A New Jersey man faces attempted murder charges after allegedly causing multiple crashes and assaulting a driver during a road rage incident on I-57.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla four-day state visit to the US
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited the U.S. from April 27–30, 2026, to mark the country’s 250th anniversary, with stops at the White House, Congress, and New York City. They wrapped up with visits to Arlington National Cemetery and Virginia before the king departed for Bermuda and the queen returned home.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited the U.S. from April 27–30, 2026, to mark the country’s 250th anniversary, with stops at the White House, Congress, and New York City. They wrapped up with visits to Arlington National Cemetery and Virginia before the king departed for Bermuda and the queen returned home.
Harvey man charged after guns, drugs found during eviction in Country Club Hills
A 26-year-old man is facing several charges after guns, drugs, a stolen car and more were found at a home in Chicago's suburbs earlier this week.
A 26-year-old man is facing several charges after guns, drugs, a stolen car and more were found at a home in Chicago's suburbs earlier this week.
President Donald Trump visits The Villages: Watch full speech
President Donald Trump flew to Florida on Friday, where he delivered a 90-minute speech to crowds in The Villages, a popular retirement community in the Sunshine State.
President Donald Trump flew to Florida on Friday, where he delivered a 90-minute speech to crowds in The Villages, a popular retirement community in the Sunshine State.
Baby found unresponsive in Plainfield home dies, investigation underway
A 2-month-old boy found unresponsive in a Plainfield home has died. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing.
A 2-month-old boy found unresponsive in a Plainfield home has died. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing.
Doctors warn of rising rectal cancer risk in younger adults
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
Dr. Seema Gandhi from Cook County Health explains growing concerns about rectal cancer in younger patients, outlining key symptoms, screening challenges and steps people can take to catch the disease early.
USDA issues health alert for frozen pizza sold nationwide at Aldi stores due Salmonella concerns
A health alert has been issued by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for a frozen pizza brand sold nationwide at Aldi stores because of possible Salmonella contamination.
A health alert has been issued by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for a frozen pizza brand sold nationwide at Aldi stores because of possible Salmonella contamination.
Teen charged in violent Chicago robbery tied to hospital shooting of police officers
An 18-year-old man has been charged in connection with an armed robbery and violent attack on a woman inside a Northwest Side business last month.
An 18-year-old man has been charged in connection with an armed robbery and violent attack on a woman inside a Northwest Side business last month.
War powers deadline hits as debate intensifies over ceasefire and congressional authority
With the 60-day war powers deadline reached, questions mount over whether a ceasefire resets the clock and what options Congress has if military operations continue without approval.
With the 60-day war powers deadline reached, questions mount over whether a ceasefire resets the clock and what options Congress has if military operations continue without approval.
Federal “Operation Porterhouse Parlay” targets alleged gambling ring tied to restaurant owners
A sweeping federal investigation spanning multiple cities has charged 22 people, including prominent restaurant owners, in an alleged organized crime-linked gambling operation based in northwest Indiana.
A sweeping federal investigation spanning multiple cities has charged 22 people, including prominent restaurant owners, in an alleged organized crime-linked gambling operation based in northwest Indiana.
Texas plane crash kills 5; plane destroyed by post-impact fire, NTSB says
Five people have been killed in a plane crash overnight in the Wimberley area. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating and says a post-impact fire destroyed the plane.
Five people have been killed in a plane crash overnight in the Wimberley area. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating and says a post-impact fire destroyed the plane.
Chicago police: Man shot during attempted robbery in Park Manor
A 26-year-old man was shot when multiple offenders attempted to rob him late Wednesday night on the South Side.
A 26-year-old man was shot when multiple offenders attempted to rob him late Wednesday night on the South Side.
Chicago reparations advocates say federal gov morally owes '7 quadrillion dollars' in slave labor
Reparations advocates spoke at Kennedy King College in Chicago on Tuesday, arguing the "moral" responsibility of the federal government to compensate Black Americans for slavery.
Reparations advocates spoke at Kennedy King College in Chicago on Tuesday, arguing the "moral" responsibility of the federal government to compensate Black Americans for slavery.
How to help provide nutritious meals for Chicago kids this summer
When school ends, so do meals for many kids. FOX 32 Cares and the Greater Chicago Food Depository are stepping in to help fill the gap. Here's how you can help.
When school ends, so do meals for many kids. FOX 32 Cares and the Greater Chicago Food Depository are stepping in to help fill the gap. Here's how you can help.