Ald. Mike Rodriguez not running for re-election
One of Mayor Brandon Johnson's allies in the Chicago City Council is calling it quits. Alderman Mike Rodriguez is not running for re-election.
One of Mayor Brandon Johnson's allies in the Chicago City Council is calling it quits. Alderman Mike Rodriguez is not running for re-election.
Making the grade: Hinsdale South students score perfect 36s on the ACT
Two Hinsdale South High School seniors, Sophia Chen and Vasanth Ranganathan, earned perfect 36 ACT scores after months of preparation, joining a third classmate to give the school three students with perfect scores.
Two Hinsdale South High School seniors, Sophia Chen and Vasanth Ranganathan, earned perfect 36 ACT scores after months of preparation, joining a third classmate to give the school three students with perfect scores.
Man dies after officer-involved shooting during domestic disturbance call in Des Plaines, police say
A 21-year-old man was fatally shot by a Des Plaines police officer Wednesday afternoon while officers responded to a reported domestic disturbance, authorities said.
A 21-year-old man was fatally shot by a Des Plaines police officer Wednesday afternoon while officers responded to a reported domestic disturbance, authorities said.
Making the grade: Hinsdale South students score perfect 36s on the ACT
Two Hinsdale South High School seniors, Sophia Chen and Vasanth Ranganathan, earned perfect 36 ACT scores after months of preparation, joining a third classmate to give the school three students with perfect scores.
Two Hinsdale South High School seniors, Sophia Chen and Vasanth Ranganathan, earned perfect 36 ACT scores after months of preparation, joining a third classmate to give the school three students with perfect scores.
What happens to 35th and Shields if the White Sox leave? Could the Bears move in?
What happens to the land at 35th and Shields if the Chicago White Sox move to the South Loop? Does that potential move open the door for another professional sports franchise in Chicago?
What happens to the land at 35th and Shields if the Chicago White Sox move to the South Loop? Does that potential move open the door for another professional sports franchise in Chicago?
Chicago City Hall debates Bally's casino future after construction stops
City Hall is the stage for a showdown over the future of Chicago's Bally's Casino, after the group halted construction over video gaming.
City Hall is the stage for a showdown over the future of Chicago's Bally's Casino, after the group halted construction over video gaming.
Lincoln-Way East students walk out over alleged racist incidents
Lincoln-Way East students walked out of class after alleged racist incidents at sporting events, as an expert weighs in on accountability, discipline and the path toward healing.
Lincoln-Way East students walked out of class after alleged racist incidents at sporting events, as an expert weighs in on accountability, discipline and the path toward healing.
Illinois Army National Guard soldier killed in crash after community event
An Illinois Army National Guard soldier was killed in a crash Sunday night while returning home from a community relations event in Kewanee, according to the Illinois National Guard.
An Illinois Army National Guard soldier was killed in a crash Sunday night while returning home from a community relations event in Kewanee, according to the Illinois National Guard.
Illinois SNAP errors could cost taxpayers hundreds of millions
A FOX Chicago investigation examines Illinois’ high SNAP payment error rate, potential costs to taxpayers and what proposed changes could mean for families relying on food assistance.
A FOX Chicago investigation examines Illinois’ high SNAP payment error rate, potential costs to taxpayers and what proposed changes could mean for families relying on food assistance.
Illinois SNAP errors could cost taxpayers hundreds of millions
Illinois has one of the highest SNAP payment error rates in the country, with nearly $660 million in erroneous payments reported for fiscal year 2025.
Illinois has one of the highest SNAP payment error rates in the country, with nearly $660 million in erroneous payments reported for fiscal year 2025.
Chicago men sentenced for Beverly carjacking captured on video
Two Chicago men will spend years in federal prison after prosecutors say they carjacked a family at gunpoint in Beverly that was caught on video.
Two Chicago men will spend years in federal prison after prosecutors say they carjacked a family at gunpoint in Beverly that was caught on video.
Video shows armed Chicago carjacking from 2023; both men convicted, sentenced
Two Chicago men will spend more than 14 years in federal prison after prosecutors say they carjacked a family at gunpoint in Beverly in Nov. 2023.
Two Chicago men will spend more than 14 years in federal prison after prosecutors say they carjacked a family at gunpoint in Beverly in Nov. 2023.
Anthropic researchers warn advanced AI could ‘kill us all’
A former Anthropic researcher and two current employees are raising concerns about the risks of self-improving artificial intelligence and the need for stronger safeguards.
A former Anthropic researcher and two current employees are raising concerns about the risks of self-improving artificial intelligence and the need for stronger safeguards.
GOP midterm convention begins in Dallas as Pritzker pushes back
Gov. JB Pritzker joins Democrats in Dallas to counter the first-ever GOP midterm convention, headlined by President Donald Trump.
Gov. JB Pritzker joins Democrats in Dallas to counter the first-ever GOP midterm convention, headlined by President Donald Trump.
Man killed in Little Calumet River crash identified; missing woman's body located, activist says
The Cook County medical examiner has identified the man killed Tuesday when the vehicle he was riding in crashed into the Little Calumet River on Chicago’s South Side. Meanwhile, a community activist said the body of Ralphelle Howard, who was missing after the crash, has been located.
The Cook County medical examiner has identified the man killed Tuesday when the vehicle he was riding in crashed into the Little Calumet River on Chicago’s South Side. Meanwhile, a community activist said the body of Ralphelle Howard, who was missing after the crash, has been located.
FDNY "Ten House" was the first firehouse to respond on 9/11, Sal Argano is the last firefighter still on staff
FDNY Ten House, home of Engine 10 and Ladder 10, is a small Manhattan firehouse just across an intersection from where the twin towers stood. Following the events of 9/11, the firefighters of Ten House have served as both living testimonials to what happened that day and public faces of the centuries-old FDNY.
FDNY Ten House, home of Engine 10 and Ladder 10, is a small Manhattan firehouse just across an intersection from where the twin towers stood. Following the events of 9/11, the firefighters of Ten House have served as both living testimonials to what happened that day and public faces of the centuries-old FDNY.
Peptides are trending but experts warn about lack of research
Peptides are gaining popularity for weight loss, muscle growth and recovery, but a registered dietitian warns that long-term safety and effectiveness remain uncertain and more human research is needed.
Peptides are gaining popularity for weight loss, muscle growth and recovery, but a registered dietitian warns that long-term safety and effectiveness remain uncertain and more human research is needed.
Chicago’s food and beverage industry is fueling jobs, real estate growth
A new JLL report highlights Chicago’s booming food and beverage sector, with companies expanding office space, driving industrial real estate and benefiting from the city’s transportation, talent and century-old food industry ecosystem.
A new JLL report highlights Chicago’s booming food and beverage sector, with companies expanding office space, driving industrial real estate and benefiting from the city’s transportation, talent and century-old food industry ecosystem.
Hazel Crest woman charged after Chicago infant killed in Labor Day weekend Dan Ryan crash
A Hazel Crest woman faces felony charges after a 6-month-old Chicago boy was killed in an alleged DUI-related crash over the holiday weekend on the Dan Ryan Expressway.
A Hazel Crest woman faces felony charges after a 6-month-old Chicago boy was killed in an alleged DUI-related crash over the holiday weekend on the Dan Ryan Expressway.
Lincoln-Way East students plan walkout over alleged racist taunts
Hundreds of Lincoln-Way East students are planning a walkout after alleged racist incidents involving students and coaches at sporting events, prompting calls for stronger action from the district and a legal response from Homewood-Flossmoor
Hundreds of Lincoln-Way East students are planning a walkout after alleged racist incidents involving students and coaches at sporting events, prompting calls for stronger action from the district and a legal response from Homewood-Flossmoor