Chicago program helping victims of violence recover, chart new paths
A hospital system with a team of violence recovery specialists is busy helping victims of crime get back on their feet and feeling safe. For most of the pediatric patients and their families, that means leaving Chicago.
Special Report: Helping victims of violent crime recover
A hospital system with a team of violence recovery specialists is busy helping victims of crime get back on their feet and feeling safe. For most of the pediatric patients and their families, that means leaving Chicago.
'Creative Boot Camp' in Chicago opening doors for students and businesses; increasing diversity
In a FOX 32 special report, we take a look at a groundbreaking program at a Chicago university that not only is opening doors for students, but businesses as well.
Special Report: Creative Boot Camp at Chicago State University
The purpose of CSU's Creative Boot Camp is to help students understand the principles of marketing before taking an internship. It's also designed to help increase diversity in the advertising field.
Mystery 'Toy Fairy' surprises kids with gifts every summer in Indiana, south suburbs
Each summer, a woman in a motorized glider drops surprises on unsuspecting kids, but nobody knows who she is.
Special Report: Keto diet originally meant to treat epilepsy
What you may not know is that the keto diet was not originally intended to trim your waist.
Safety experts worry drowning statistics will increase with more families buying pools
With more pools popping up due to the pandemic, water safety experts worry that drowning statistics will also rise.
Jake Cefolia disappearance: United Airlines executive from Elmhurst missing for a year
Investigators are still trying to determine if Jake Cefolia, 49, voluntarily "went off the grid" or if there was foul play involved in his disappearance.
New type of heart surgery performed in Chicago less invasive
The role of robots in medicine is growing.
Special Report: FBI 'CARD Team' jumps into action when child goes missing
Since starting in 2006, the FBI’s CARD Team has responded to 201 abductions or missing children reports.
Special Report: Local pastors, community leaders say family values are key to decreasing Chicago crime
Father's Day puts the focus not only on dads, but also on the importance of family and family values. Several Cook County pastors and community leaders say this is key to decreasing violence on Chicago streets.
With COVID restrictions easing, travelers look for vacation spots – how to find the best deals
With more people now looking to get away, experts say the sooner you can decide where you want to go, the better.
Chicago doctors performing special surgery to treat spina bifida in the womb
A new approach to treating spina bifida before a baby is born is happening right here in Chicago.
Special Report: Local pastors, community leaders say family values are key to decreasing Chicago crime
Father's Day puts the focus not only on dads, but also on the importance of family and family values.
Life changing: Indiana boy has brain surgery to stop epileptic seizures
"It's like a brand new kid just came out," said mother Amanda Morey.
Illinois boy suffers stroke at 16-years-old, doctors scramble to figure out why
If you experience one miracle in your lifetime, many consider themselves lucky. But what if you experienced a series of them over several weeks? That is what happened to one suburban Chicago teen.
'Game changer': New technology allows doctors at Rush to treat patients remotely
Telemedicine takes the leap to the next level, as new technology allows doctors to see patients remotely and treat them as well.
Joliet 'Battle Buddy' program pairs military veteran officers with veterans who call 911
911 dispatchers in Joliet ask the caller seeking assistance if they are a veteran and if so, the dispatcher puts out a call for a trained officer.
Warning issued after hackers take over identity of Chicago man
"I signed on and within seconds they had everything, all my information, my phone number, my email," said Jordan Heidenwith.
Buying a gift card? Watch out for gift card scams that leave you and your recipient empty-handed
One scam targets cards that have not been purchased yet. Scammers go to the gift card rack and scratch off and photograph the PIN. Then they keep calling the 800 number associated with the card, checking until someone has purchased the card and put money on it. They quickly drain the card before the recipient can use it.