Paris on Politics: Chicago Pope, crisis at FAA and could tariffs hurt tourism?
Chicago's Pope mania continues with creative memes. Then, is it safe to fly right now? Senator Tammy Duckworth joins FOX 32's Paris Schutz to share her insights. Also, a discussion with Jens Ludwig, director of the University of Chicago's Crime Lab, about the unexpected origins of gun violence. Plus, could tariffs affect summer tourism? The new CEO of Choose Chicago explains. has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Choose Chicago, city’s tourism agency, announces Kristen Reynolds as next CEO
Choose Chicago, the agency tasked with attracting tourists to the city, announced Kristen Reynolds as its next president and CEO.
Young American tourists found dead at Belize beach resort
Three American women were found dead over the weekend in a beach resort in Belize, police said.
Nearly 100 on board Royal Caribbean cruise that left Tampa sick with gastrointestinal illness: CDC
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Illinois Beer Run: Craft breweries in the Land of Lincoln become magnet for beer enthusiasts
Illinois craft breweries are fermenting a new tourism trend, attracting beer enthusiasts from across the globe to savor unique brews and explore the Land of Lincoln's vibrant brewery scene.
Chicago voted 'Best Big City in the U.S.' for the seventh consecutive year
The readers have spoken and Chicago is the "Best Big City in the U.S." for the seventh straight year.
Visitors to Chicago rose 60% in 2022, tourism group says
With the summer travel season officially underway, Chicago’s tourism promoters said Thursday that the city is continuing its rebound in visitor spending and visitation compared with pandemic lows.
Illinois on track to hit all-time high for hotel revenue as Pritzker announces new tourism grants
Gov. Prtizker unveiled more than $22 million in tourism grants for festivals and attractions statewide.