Pilot dies in single-engine plane crash in Deerfield
A pilot died in a small plane crash Wednesday night in Lake County.
A pilot died in a small plane crash Wednesday night in Lake County.
Stimulus payment March 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Clinical trial offers hope for Dravet syndrome patients
It is a rare and severe form of epilepsy --- one that can bring daily, debilitating seizures. If approved, the medication would become the first gene regulation therapy for epilepsy. Kasey Chronis has the details.
It is a rare and severe form of epilepsy --- one that can bring daily, debilitating seizures. If approved, the medication would become the first gene regulation therapy for epilepsy. Kasey Chronis has the details.
U.S. ramps up military campaign against Iran
Senate republicans clear the path for the White House to ramp up the war in Iran. This, as the state department says the first charter flight of stranded American citizens has departed from the Middle East. Caroline Shively has the latest.
Senate republicans clear the path for the White House to ramp up the war in Iran. This, as the state department says the first charter flight of stranded American citizens has departed from the Middle East. Caroline Shively has the latest.
Wicker Park to get Chicago’s first self-cleaning public restroom
Chicago’s first automatic public bathroom is set to be installed in Wicker Park as part of a pilot program, drawing mixed reactions from neighbors.
Chicago’s first automatic public bathroom is set to be installed in Wicker Park as part of a pilot program, drawing mixed reactions from neighbors.
Self-cleaning public restroom coming to 1st Ward
The city's first automatic public bathroom is coming to Wicker Park. It's a pilot program that not everyone is happy to see. Joanie Lum is live in Wicker Park.
The city's first automatic public bathroom is coming to Wicker Park. It's a pilot program that not everyone is happy to see. Joanie Lum is live in Wicker Park.
Pushback on Grand Avenue reconstruction plan
Some residents and business owners in West Town are calling out the mayor over a major reconstruction plan for Grand Avenue. They say they were shut out of the process when they are the ones being affected the most. Leslie Moreno joins us live from West Town.
Some residents and business owners in West Town are calling out the mayor over a major reconstruction plan for Grand Avenue. They say they were shut out of the process when they are the ones being affected the most. Leslie Moreno joins us live from West Town.
West Town residents, businesses push back on Grand Avenue reconstruction plan
Some Chicago residents and business owners in West Town are calling out Mayor Brandon Johnson over a major reconstruction plan for Grand Avenue, saying they’ve been left out of a process that directly affects them.
Some Chicago residents and business owners in West Town are calling out Mayor Brandon Johnson over a major reconstruction plan for Grand Avenue, saying they’ve been left out of a process that directly affects them.
Chicago businesses hit in early-morning burglary spree across South Side: police
Chicago police are warning the public about a string of recent commercial burglaries on the South Side.
Chicago police are warning the public about a string of recent commercial burglaries on the South Side.
Bill to launch safety pilot project | The Chicago Report
A few new bill proposals could change self-driving car programs, public bathrooms and much more. Fox Chicago's Anita Blanton breaks it all down in The Chicago Report
A few new bill proposals could change self-driving car programs, public bathrooms and much more. Fox Chicago's Anita Blanton breaks it all down in The Chicago Report
Annual endangered buildings list released | The Chicago Report
Every year, Preservation Chicago releases its annual most endangered buildings list. These are historically or culturally significate sites at risk of demolition or neglect. Well tonight, the executive director is here to explain how his list compels the city to take action. This is Ward Miller.
Every year, Preservation Chicago releases its annual most endangered buildings list. These are historically or culturally significate sites at risk of demolition or neglect. Well tonight, the executive director is here to explain how his list compels the city to take action. This is Ward Miller.
Legislation to require vape disposal
Now to another bill making its way through Springfield. Two local high schoolers from Pontiac, Illinois came up with a proposal in government class to require vape producers to manage the disposal of their products. To turn that idea into reality, they enlisted the help of Dany Robles from the Illinois Environmental Council. He's here to explain how mandating vape disposal will benefit the environment.
Now to another bill making its way through Springfield. Two local high schoolers from Pontiac, Illinois came up with a proposal in government class to require vape producers to manage the disposal of their products. To turn that idea into reality, they enlisted the help of Dany Robles from the Illinois Environmental Council. He's here to explain how mandating vape disposal will benefit the environment.
Lawmaker proposes bill to regulate self-driving cars
Let's talk about another one that will affect Chicagoans. Last week, the news that Waymo's self driving cars had begun testing here made waves online. Now, state Senator Michael Hastings is introducing legislation to regulate these autonomous cars. He's here with me now to break down the bill.
Let's talk about another one that will affect Chicagoans. Last week, the news that Waymo's self driving cars had begun testing here made waves online. Now, state Senator Michael Hastings is introducing legislation to regulate these autonomous cars. He's here with me now to break down the bill.
Hegseth: U.S. military actions is 'just getting started' | The Chicago Report
The U.S. Senate just rejected a bill to halt the war against Iran in an early show of support for President Trump's campaign. The war powers resolution failed 47 to 53 with Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman being the sole democrat to side with republicans. The measure would have limited any further attacks by requiring congressional approval. That's after the Pentagon said more military assets are on the way to the Middle East this morning.
The U.S. Senate just rejected a bill to halt the war against Iran in an early show of support for President Trump's campaign. The war powers resolution failed 47 to 53 with Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman being the sole democrat to side with republicans. The measure would have limited any further attacks by requiring congressional approval. That's after the Pentagon said more military assets are on the way to the Middle East this morning.
Illinois lawmakers want to end seizure of homes over delinquent property taxes
In 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that seizing homes over delinquent property taxes in cases where the debt owed is lower than the equity in the home is illegal. Yet, Illinois remains the only state in the country to continue the practice. Illinois lawmakers announced plans to end the practice.
In 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that seizing homes over delinquent property taxes in cases where the debt owed is lower than the equity in the home is illegal. Yet, Illinois remains the only state in the country to continue the practice. Illinois lawmakers announced plans to end the practice.
Clinical trial offers hope for Dravet Syndrome patients
It's a rare and severe form of epilepsy --- one that brings daily, debiliting seizures. But. clinical trials for a first-of-its-kind treatment are underway -- and they're being led in part by a doctor at Lurie Children's. Kasey Chronis is live downtown with details.
It's a rare and severe form of epilepsy --- one that brings daily, debiliting seizures. But. clinical trials for a first-of-its-kind treatment are underway -- and they're being led in part by a doctor at Lurie Children's. Kasey Chronis is live downtown with details.
Former Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz dies at 89
A very sad day in the sports world as a Notre Dame legend passes away. Cassie Carlson joins us with the latest on the loss of a sports icon.
A very sad day in the sports world as a Notre Dame legend passes away. Cassie Carlson joins us with the latest on the loss of a sports icon.
Reconstruction plan of Chicago's Grand Avenue faces pushback
There is growing pushback over a major reconstruction plan of Grand Avenue.
There is growing pushback over a major reconstruction plan of Grand Avenue.
Chicago mayor leads celebration as city marks 189 years
Mayor Brandon Johnson kicked off Chicago’s 189th birthday with a celebration at Lookingglass Theatre, highlighting the city’s history, culture and growth from 4,000 residents in 1837 to nearly 2.7 million today.
Mayor Brandon Johnson kicked off Chicago’s 189th birthday with a celebration at Lookingglass Theatre, highlighting the city’s history, culture and growth from 4,000 residents in 1837 to nearly 2.7 million today.
Why is the U.S. at war with Iran? Expert explains
Talking to kids about what’s happening in the Middle East --- it’s tough out. But help is out there and his name is Ben Sheehan. He's the author of the children's book "What Does the Constitution Say," co-host of the "Ten News Children's Podcast" and host of the PBS show Civics Made Easy.
Talking to kids about what’s happening in the Middle East --- it’s tough out. But help is out there and his name is Ben Sheehan. He's the author of the children's book "What Does the Constitution Say," co-host of the "Ten News Children's Podcast" and host of the PBS show Civics Made Easy.