Brandon Johnson taps new leader of Chicago Dept. of Public Health
Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Dr. Garth Walker as the next commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health.
Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Dr. Garth Walker as the next commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health.
Breaking down U.S.-Iran tensions, ceasefire fallout and Trump's foreign policy
North Central College political science professor William Muck breaks down the latest developments in U.S.-Iran relations, the future of negotiations, President Trump's criticism of NATO and his renewed comments about Greenland.
North Central College political science professor William Muck breaks down the latest developments in U.S.-Iran relations, the future of negotiations, President Trump's criticism of NATO and his renewed comments about Greenland.
New Illinois law expands camera use in long-term facilities
Safety has been a concern in places like group homes and now Illinois is taking another step toward giving families of those living there peace of mind. Gov. Pritzker just signed a law expanding the optional use of cameras inside them. State Sen. Graciela Guzman joins us.
Safety has been a concern in places like group homes and now Illinois is taking another step toward giving families of those living there peace of mind. Gov. Pritzker just signed a law expanding the optional use of cameras inside them. State Sen. Graciela Guzman joins us.
Northerly Island would be named after Pope Leo XIV under new proposal
Northerly Island, the former site of Meigs Field that has become a popular lakefront destination for concerts and outdoor events, could soon receive a new name.
Northerly Island, the former site of Meigs Field that has become a popular lakefront destination for concerts and outdoor events, could soon receive a new name.
Proposal would rename Northerly Island after Pope Leo XIV
A Chicago alderman wants to rename Northerly Island after Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope and a Chicago native.
A Chicago alderman wants to rename Northerly Island after Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope and a Chicago native.
Race for Chicago mayor just got bigger
A Chicago cardiologist and former nurse has announced she is running to become the city's next mayor.
A Chicago cardiologist and former nurse has announced she is running to become the city's next mayor.
Illinois' AI bill has been signed into law | What it means for you
Illinois now has the toughest AI safety bill in the country. Joining us is a sponsor of the bill, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen.
Illinois now has the toughest AI safety bill in the country. Joining us is a sponsor of the bill, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen.
Gov. Pritzker signs nation-leading AI safety law: 'We must protect our people'
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a new AI protections bill today that his administration says makes Illinois home to the nation's strongest AI safety law.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a new AI protections bill today that his administration says makes Illinois home to the nation's strongest AI safety law.
Pritzker makes Illinois third state to regulate AI
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a new AI protections bill today, which could be among the strongest AI safety laws in the country when it takes effect in 2028. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus explains the details.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a new AI protections bill today, which could be among the strongest AI safety laws in the country when it takes effect in 2028. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus explains the details.
DOGE's official July 4 expiration date leaves a lasting legacy
Although the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) reached its official July 4 expiration date after shutting down late last year, its impact continues to shape the federal government.
Although the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) reached its official July 4 expiration date after shutting down late last year, its impact continues to shape the federal government.
Trump pardons 11, including defendants convicted of Clean Air Act violations
President Donald Trump on Friday pardoned 11 people, including former Jack Abramoff business partner Adam Kidan and nine individuals convicted in cases involving violations of the Clean Air Act.
President Donald Trump on Friday pardoned 11 people, including former Jack Abramoff business partner Adam Kidan and nine individuals convicted in cases involving violations of the Clean Air Act.
Ald. Raymond Lopez on creating safe spaces for Chicago's youth
Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss solutions to teen takeovers and how to create safe spaces for Chicago's youth.
Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th) joins Good Day Chicago to discuss solutions to teen takeovers and how to create safe spaces for Chicago's youth.
Gov. Pritzker says Illinois is ready to fight in Supreme Court assault weapons case
The Supreme Court will hear a challenge to assault weapons bans this fall, and Gov. Pritzker says Illinois is prepared to defend the state's ban.
The Supreme Court will hear a challenge to assault weapons bans this fall, and Gov. Pritzker says Illinois is prepared to defend the state's ban.
Chicago must replace all of its lead pipes, an estimated $12B project | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago has more lead pipes than any other city in the nation, and a federal mandate now requires all of them to be replaced. Chakena Sims of the National Resources Defense Council joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the project.
Chicago has more lead pipes than any other city in the nation, and a federal mandate now requires all of them to be replaced. Chakena Sims of the National Resources Defense Council joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the project.
Illinois launches new Department of Early Childhood
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that took effect July 1 creating a new Illinois Department of Early Childhood. Illinois previously had three agencies handling early childhood services, which are now combined into one department.
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation that took effect July 1 creating a new Illinois Department of Early Childhood. Illinois previously had three agencies handling early childhood services, which are now combined into one department.
Peace talks continue with Iran as President Trump considered resuming strikes
Talks aimed at ending the war in Iran continue, even as President Trump considered resuming military strikes. FOX News reporter Doug Luzader joins Chicago's Morning News to discuss the latest developments.
Talks aimed at ending the war in Iran continue, even as President Trump considered resuming military strikes. FOX News reporter Doug Luzader joins Chicago's Morning News to discuss the latest developments.
Trump Accounts for kids launch July 4: How to get $1,000
Trump Accounts, a new initiative to boost babies' financial independence later in life, kicks off on Independence Day.
Trump Accounts, a new initiative to boost babies' financial independence later in life, kicks off on Independence Day.
What happens next after Chicago's top cop retires?
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling is retiring July 15, setting off a nationwide search for the city's next police leader. Here's what happens next.
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling is retiring July 15, setting off a nationwide search for the city's next police leader. Here's what happens next.
New Illinois and Indiana laws take effect today
July 1st brings new laws to Illinois and Indiana, including changes to the age limit for Illinois drivers and a cellphone ban in Indiana. FOX Chicago’s Brian Jackson breaks it all down.
July 1st brings new laws to Illinois and Indiana, including changes to the age limit for Illinois drivers and a cellphone ban in Indiana. FOX Chicago’s Brian Jackson breaks it all down.
Trump earned $1.2 billion from crypto business, filings show
A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.
A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.