Burr Ridge mayor voices concerns over Illinois affordable housing bill | ChicagoLIVE
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.
Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso and village trustees are raising concerns about a state housing proposal designed to expand affordable housing options.
University of Chicago researcher tracks war damage to Iran’s cultural heritage sites | ChicagoLIVE
University of Chicago archaeologist Mehrnoush Soroush is helping lead an effort to document damage to cultural heritage sites in Iran during the ongoing conflict.
University of Chicago archaeologist Mehrnoush Soroush is helping lead an effort to document damage to cultural heritage sites in Iran during the ongoing conflict.
Avi Loeb makes a cameo in new in sci-fi movie | ChicagoLIVE
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb traded the lecture hall for a movie set this week, appearing alongside actor Brandon Routh in a film centered on extraterrestrial life.
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb traded the lecture hall for a movie set this week, appearing alongside actor Brandon Routh in a film centered on extraterrestrial life.
One person injured in officer-involved shooting at northwest Indiana hospital: sheriff
One person is injured after a police-involved shooting Tuesday night at a hospital in northwest Indiana, authorities said.
One person is injured after a police-involved shooting Tuesday night at a hospital in northwest Indiana, authorities said.
Suburban Chicago man accused in DUI crash that killed woman denied release: prosecutors
A suburban Chicago man accused of driving while intoxicated and causing a crash that killed a 35-year-old woman and seriously injured another person will remain in custody pending his next court date, prosecutors said.
A suburban Chicago man accused of driving while intoxicated and causing a crash that killed a 35-year-old woman and seriously injured another person will remain in custody pending his next court date, prosecutors said.
Convicted felon sentenced after fleeing Lincoln Park break-in with modified gun: authorities
A Chicago man has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison on gun charges after an attempted burglary in Chicago's Lincoln Park.
A Chicago man has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison on gun charges after an attempted burglary in Chicago's Lincoln Park.
Lottie’s Pub to kick off 92nd anniversary festivities in Chicago | ChicagoNOW
Lottie’s Pub in Bucktown is celebrating 92 years this week, with anniversary festivities kicking off tomorrow and a weekend of events planned.
Lottie’s Pub in Bucktown is celebrating 92 years this week, with anniversary festivities kicking off tomorrow and a weekend of events planned.
Chicago mayor to meet Pope Leo XIV during Vatican visit
Another Illinois leader is heading to the Vatican. Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to meet Chicago-native Pope Leo XIV later this month.
Another Illinois leader is heading to the Vatican. Mayor Brandon Johnson plans to meet Chicago-native Pope Leo XIV later this month.
CTA bus driver kidnapped at knifepoint, suspect arrested: police
Chicago police say a CTA bus driver climbed out a window to escape an early morning kidnapping.
Chicago police say a CTA bus driver climbed out a window to escape an early morning kidnapping.
Trump to meet with Xi in China as Iran tensions shadow economic talks
President Donald Trump begins high-stakes meetings with Xi Jinping focused on trade, technology and Taiwan, while the ongoing conflict involving Iran adds new pressure to the discussions.
President Donald Trump begins high-stakes meetings with Xi Jinping focused on trade, technology and Taiwan, while the ongoing conflict involving Iran adds new pressure to the discussions.
CPS faces difficult budget decisions as staffing cuts loom
Chicago Public Schools officials and board members are weighing next steps as ongoing budget deficits threaten staff positions and add pressure to the district’s financial challenges.
Chicago Public Schools officials and board members are weighing next steps as ongoing budget deficits threaten staff positions and add pressure to the district’s financial challenges.
U.S. airmen conduct water rescue of 11 people stranded in Florida plane crash
The 920th Rescue Wing with Air Force Reserve Command was alerted to a plane crash including several victims on Tuesday afternoon, about 80 miles from Melbourne. The crew located all the 11 crash victims were on a single raft and worked to extract them to safety.
The 920th Rescue Wing with Air Force Reserve Command was alerted to a plane crash including several victims on Tuesday afternoon, about 80 miles from Melbourne. The crew located all the 11 crash victims were on a single raft and worked to extract them to safety.
Former Indiana caretaker found guilty in beating of disabled resident caught on video
A former Hammond caretaker has been found guilty after prosecutors say he assaulted a disabled resident inside a group home, with the attack captured on surveillance video.
A former Hammond caretaker has been found guilty after prosecutors say he assaulted a disabled resident inside a group home, with the attack captured on surveillance video.
Can the internet save Spirit Airlines? Viral campaign gains traction | ChicagoNOW
A viral TikTok campaign is trying to bring Spirit Airlines back from the day after the airline ceased operations May 2.
A viral TikTok campaign is trying to bring Spirit Airlines back from the day after the airline ceased operations May 2.
FOX Chicago joins Food Depository to help feed kids this summer
Our FOX Chicago team is stepping up to make a difference. As part of FOX 32 Cares, we partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to pack boxes and help provide meals for kids across Chicago. The goal is to raise $15,000, which will provide 45,000 meals for children during summer break.
Our FOX Chicago team is stepping up to make a difference. As part of FOX 32 Cares, we partnered with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to pack boxes and help provide meals for kids across Chicago. The goal is to raise $15,000, which will provide 45,000 meals for children during summer break.
Alex Murdaugh granted new trial after murder convictions overturned | ChicagoNOW
In a unanimous decision, the South Carolina Supreme Court ordered a new trial for Alex Murdaugh.
In a unanimous decision, the South Carolina Supreme Court ordered a new trial for Alex Murdaugh.
DNC scouts wrap up Chicago visit as city vies for 2028 convention | ChicagoNOW
DNC officials are wrapping up their visit to Chicago as the city competes to host a future Democratic National Convention.
DNC officials are wrapping up their visit to Chicago as the city competes to host a future Democratic National Convention.
Waymo recalls nearly 3,800 robotaxis for glitch that may allow vehicles to drive into standing water
Waymo issued a recall for certain its fifth and sixth generation automated driving systems over a software issue that may cause the vehicle to lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Waymo issued a recall for certain its fifth and sixth generation automated driving systems over a software issue that may cause the vehicle to lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Former beauty mogul, co-founder of e.l.f. Cosmetics left his fortune and will soon be ordained a priest
He was once a beauty industry mogul behind a globally popular Bay Area-based cosmetic company, but after walking away from his fortune, Scott-Vincent Borba, is now on the brink of being ordained a priest in the Catholic Church.
He was once a beauty industry mogul behind a globally popular Bay Area-based cosmetic company, but after walking away from his fortune, Scott-Vincent Borba, is now on the brink of being ordained a priest in the Catholic Church.
Jake and Iris announce they’re expecting a baby | ChicagoNOW
Jake and Iris are getting ready for their newest adventure – they’re expecting a baby! Congratulations to the growing family!
Jake and Iris are getting ready for their newest adventure – they’re expecting a baby! Congratulations to the growing family!