Indiana gambling ring target defends his character
All 22 defendants charged in a sweeping federal gambling and extortion case tied to northwest Indiana restaurants pleaded not guilty Thursday during arraignments in federal court in Hammond. One of the defendants runs a restaurant in Chicago and in court filings, is described as a churchgoing benefactor.
All 22 defendants charged in a sweeping federal gambling and extortion case tied to northwest Indiana restaurants pleaded not guilty Thursday during arraignments in federal court in Hammond. One of the defendants runs a restaurant in Chicago and in court filings, is described as a churchgoing benefactor.
Will Mayor Brandon Johnson run again? A one-on-one with Chicago mayor
Mayor Brandon Johnson's got about a year left in his term. As we get closer to the end, one big question keeps coming up- Is he going to run again? Bret Buganski sat down with the mayor and asked that very question.
Mayor Brandon Johnson's got about a year left in his term. As we get closer to the end, one big question keeps coming up- Is he going to run again? Bret Buganski sat down with the mayor and asked that very question.
Round Lake Beach man charged in $100K Antioch business burglary: police
A Round Lake Beach man has been charged after stealing over $100,000 from an Antioch business, according to police.
A Round Lake Beach man has been charged after stealing over $100,000 from an Antioch business, according to police.
Rockford man sentenced after setting fire to his restaurant for insurance payout: prosecutors
A Rockford restaurant owner accused of burning down his own business and filing a fraudulent insurance claim has been sentenced to 5½ years in federal prison, prosecutors said.
A Rockford restaurant owner accused of burning down his own business and filing a fraudulent insurance claim has been sentenced to 5½ years in federal prison, prosecutors said.
Suspect injured after store employee fights back during attempted armed robbery
A North Charleston man was injured and arrested Tuesday night after police said a vape shop employee fought back during an attempted armed robbery.
A North Charleston man was injured and arrested Tuesday night after police said a vape shop employee fought back during an attempted armed robbery.
ComEd customers to see higher bills as data center demand drives up costs | ChicagoLIVE
ComEd customers are expected to see at least a 12% increase in monthly electric bills beginning in June.
ComEd customers are expected to see at least a 12% increase in monthly electric bills beginning in June.
Chicago committee approves proposed tipped wage freeze | ChicagoLIVE
A City Council committee advanced a proposal that would freeze Chicago’s tipped sub-minimum wage for some restaurants.
A City Council committee advanced a proposal that would freeze Chicago’s tipped sub-minimum wage for some restaurants.
Zillow files antitrust lawsuit tied to Chicago housing market | ChicagoLIVE
Zillow filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against Midwest Real Estate Data and brokerage giant Compass of conspiring to hide home listings and restrict competition in the Chicago housing market.
Zillow filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against Midwest Real Estate Data and brokerage giant Compass of conspiring to hide home listings and restrict competition in the Chicago housing market.
NFL schedule 2026 – here’s what’s been leaked so far | ChicagoLIVE
The NFL is set to release its full 2026 schedule tonight.
The NFL is set to release its full 2026 schedule tonight.
Illinois politicians spent millions in campaign funds on restaurant tabs, records show | ChicagoLIVE
A Chicago Sun-Times investigation found Illinois politicians have spent millions in campaign funds on restaurant meals, fundraisers and entertainment.
A Chicago Sun-Times investigation found Illinois politicians have spent millions in campaign funds on restaurant meals, fundraisers and entertainment.
Mayor Brandon Johnson talks Chicago Bears, teen takeovers and will he run for a 2nd term?
On Thursday, FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski sat down with Mayor Brandon Johnson to discuss a range of topics, including how he grades his first three years in office.
On Thursday, FOX Chicago's Bret Buganski sat down with Mayor Brandon Johnson to discuss a range of topics, including how he grades his first three years in office.
Rare American eel caught in Chicago River surprises local fishermen
A local fisherman expecting to catch carp instead reeled in something far rarer from the Chicago River!
A local fisherman expecting to catch carp instead reeled in something far rarer from the Chicago River!
Strange! Eel caught in Chicago River, what we know
An American eel was caught by a River North angler last week.
An American eel was caught by a River North angler last week.
Dutch Bros Coffee opens first Chicagoland location
Calling all coffee lovers – Dutch Bros Coffee has opened its first Chicagoland location.
Calling all coffee lovers – Dutch Bros Coffee has opened its first Chicagoland location.
States monitor possible hantavirus exposure after deadly cruise ship outbreak
Health officials across the U.S. are monitoring possible hantavirus exposures as some remain under quarantine.
Health officials across the U.S. are monitoring possible hantavirus exposures as some remain under quarantine.
Study finds daily step goal could help keep weight off long term
Personal trainer Alyssa Weishaar explains why walking about 8,500 steps a day may help people maintain weight loss, build healthier habits and avoid slipping back into old routines.
Personal trainer Alyssa Weishaar explains why walking about 8,500 steps a day may help people maintain weight loss, build healthier habits and avoid slipping back into old routines.
Teen arrested after bringing gun to Chicago school, officials say
A teen was arrested Thursday morning after bringing a gun to his South Side school, officials said.
A teen was arrested Thursday morning after bringing a gun to his South Side school, officials said.
NAIA set to bring Mediterranean dining to Chicago riverfront | ChicagoNOW
NAIA, a new Mediterranean seafood restaurant and bar is set to open along the Chicago River this summer.
NAIA, a new Mediterranean seafood restaurant and bar is set to open along the Chicago River this summer.
Northwestern researchers develop wearable device designed to monitor stress and health
Northwestern University professor John Rogers explains how a new wireless chest-worn sensor could help doctors track stress, breathing, heart activity and other vital signs in real time.
Northwestern University professor John Rogers explains how a new wireless chest-worn sensor could help doctors track stress, breathing, heart activity and other vital signs in real time.
Rare American eel spotted in Chicago River | ChicagoNOW x Block Club Chicago
Block Club Chicago talks about the rare American eel caught by a River North angler last week.
Block Club Chicago talks about the rare American eel caught by a River North angler last week.