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.
Iran War: Blockade in place with more talks possible
Something shifted in the Middle East conversation. President Trump says Lebanon and Israel agreed to a ten-day ceasefire. It’s unclear how this changes talks between the U.S. and Iran.
Something shifted in the Middle East conversation. President Trump says Lebanon and Israel agreed to a ten-day ceasefire. It’s unclear how this changes talks between the U.S. and Iran.
Study finds no link between Tylenol use in pregnancy and autism risk | ChicagoLIVE
New research finds no association between prenatal Tylenol use and autism.
New research finds no association between prenatal Tylenol use and autism.
Feds seek to override Illinois swipe-fee ban amid legal battle | ChicagoLIVE
With Illinois’ swipe-fee ban set to take effect in July, the federal government is stepping in, potentially halting a first-of-its-kind law.
With Illinois’ swipe-fee ban set to take effect in July, the federal government is stepping in, potentially halting a first-of-its-kind law.
Man confesses to using car to intimidate, impede federal agents during Operation Midway Blitz: prosecutors
A man admitted to using his vehicle to impede and interfere with federal immigration agents during Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago, according to prosecutors.
A man admitted to using his vehicle to impede and interfere with federal immigration agents during Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago, according to prosecutors.
Avi Loeb reviews ‘Project Hail Mary’ – here’s what Hollywood got wrong | ChicagoLIVE
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb reviews “Project Hail Mary”, examining how science compares to real-world efforts to detect extraterrestrial life.
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb reviews “Project Hail Mary”, examining how science compares to real-world efforts to detect extraterrestrial life.
Avi Loeb: New UAP videos expected from White House, key evidence may stay classified | ChicagoLIVE
The White House is preparing to release new UAP videos as lawmakers push for transparency. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb says he is hosting Rep. Anna Paulina Luna for a broader discussion on the issue.
The White House is preparing to release new UAP videos as lawmakers push for transparency. Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb says he is hosting Rep. Anna Paulina Luna for a broader discussion on the issue.
Temporary ceasefire announced in Israel-Lebanon war | ChicagoLIVE
President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as fighting with Hezbollah escalates and thousands are reported killed across the region.
President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as fighting with Hezbollah escalates and thousands are reported killed across the region.
This Chicago suburb ranked No.1 in Illinois for starting a business, report says
A new WalletHub study names North Chicago the best small city in Illinois for entrepreneurs. Here's why it stands out.
A new WalletHub study names North Chicago the best small city in Illinois for entrepreneurs. Here's why it stands out.
Previewing Friday night's possible severe weather across Chicagoland
Another round of storms, possibly severe, is headed for Chicagoland Friday night. Here’s what to expect.
Another round of storms, possibly severe, is headed for Chicagoland Friday night. Here’s what to expect.