Chicago aldermen criticize CPS budget cuts to top-performing schools

Some Chicago City Council members are voicing concerns that Chicago Public Schools is disproportionately making budget cuts to top-performing schools in favor of increasing funds for under-enrolled neighborhood schools.

Chicago aldermen criticize CPS budget cuts to top-performing schools
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Some Chicago City Council members are voicing concerns that Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is disproportionately making budget cuts to top-performing schools in favor of increasing funds for under-enrolled neighborhood schools.

Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight 'postponed' after medical scare

The fight between YouTuber Jake Paul and former heavyweight champ Mike Tyson was scheduled for July 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Good Day on the Road: Navigating a lifeguard shortage
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It's a perfect day to go for a swim, but there's something that's missing for a lot of pools. Fox 32's Gabriella Premus is at North Avenue Beach and she's talk about how the Chicago Park District is working around a lifeguard shortage.

Metra offering free rides to Ravinia Festival this summer

If you plan on going to Ravinia Festival this summer, Metra has an easy way for you to get to the grounds without breaking the bank.

'Extraordinary men and women': Chicago police officers honored for heroic actions
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Dozens of officers on Wednesday were honored for their actions, many of whom ran toward gunfire to rescue victims, while others gave lifesaving care to people targeted by gun violence.

Livonia prom revenge murder story is fake news, police say

A TikTok claiming that a man named Douglass Barnes murdered a girl named Samantha McCaffery at a prom at Livonia High School in Michigan is fake AI-generated news.

'Why?!' COPA releases video of off-duty Chicago cop shooting dog in head

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating after an off-duty Chicago police officer shot a dog while walking her own on the city's South Side last month.

Chicago police host pop-up block party aiming to bridge the gap
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It was an event meant to bridge the gap in the Humboldt Park neighborhood. Music blasted through the streets as an ice cream truck pulled up, accompanied by the police department?a pairing that people didn?t expect. The pop-up event was designed to bring the community, City Hall, and police together, fostering better relationships and understanding among them.

Naperville girl competes in national 'Doodle for Google' contest

A talented 10-year-old from Naperville could soon have her art featured on Google's homepage for hundreds of millions to see.

Chicago Public Schools previews equity-focused budget for next year

Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez is offering a preview of next year’s budget, highlighting a major shift in how school dollars will be allocated.