Special Report: Local pastors, community leaders say family values are key to decreasing Chicago crime
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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.

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.

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.

Used car values soar due to chip shortage, how to cash in on your clunker

A microchip shortage that is slowing down new car production is also turning up the heat in the used car market. Auto experts say you can get a good deal if you want to sell or trade in your used car.

Exclusive: Three Chicago officers open up about policing in the city
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Three Chicago police officers who are African American and have been on the job for more than 20 years spoke from the heart about a job that is under fire. They also answered a question that you have probably asked yourself.

Exclusive: 3 Chicago cops open up about policing in the city

Three Chicago police officers who are African American and have been cops for more than 20 years spoke from the heart about a job that is under fire. They also answered a question that you have probably asked yourself.

Because of COVID, here's what to expect the next time you book a Chicago hotel

In a FOX 32 special report, we check in with some downtown hotels to see what you can expect the next time you book a room after a year in a pandemic.

Special Report: Challenges with finding mental health help amid pandemic

"With her being a teenager and all the turbulence that brings, you know, you throw COVID on top of that, and I can’t even imagine having to go through that alone," said one suburban mother.