En Pointe: The making of the Joffrey Ballet’s Nutcracker
We go en pointe with the Joffrey Ballet for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Nutcracker, one of Chicago’s most beloved holiday performances. We speak with cast members and choreographers about what it takes to bring the Joffrey’s special Chicago version of The Nutcracker to life. From rehearsals and choreography to costumes and storytelling, we explore the work behind the scenes that shapes this production.
We go en pointe with the Joffrey Ballet for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Nutcracker, one of Chicago’s most beloved holiday performances. We speak with cast members and choreographers about what it takes to bring the Joffrey’s special Chicago version of The Nutcracker to life. From rehearsals and choreography to costumes and storytelling, we explore the work behind the scenes that shapes this production.
Inside Chicago’s Christkindlmarket: A beloved holiday tradition
For many Chicagoans, Christkindlmarket is a favorite holiday tradition. This year, the iconic market returns for its 29th season, transforming Daley Plaza into a festive gathering place filled with food, gifts, and holiday cheer.
For many Chicagoans, Christkindlmarket is a favorite holiday tradition. This year, the iconic market returns for its 29th season, transforming Daley Plaza into a festive gathering place filled with food, gifts, and holiday cheer.
Chicago woman charged with attacking CTA riders with glass bottle
A Chicago woman is facing charges after allegedly attacking two CTA riders with a glass bottle downtown.
A Chicago woman is facing charges after allegedly attacking two CTA riders with a glass bottle downtown.
Two teens stabbed in Loop attack
Two teenagers were stabbed Monday night in an attack in the Loop.
Two teenagers were stabbed Monday night in an attack in the Loop.
Two teens stabbed in Loop attack
Two teenagers were stabbed Monday night in an attack in the Loop.
Two teenagers were stabbed Monday night in an attack in the Loop.
Man sexually assaulted woman with disability in the Loop, CPD says
A man was arrested and charged with allegedly sexually assaulting and battering a woman with a disability in Chicago’s Loop this week.
A man was arrested and charged with allegedly sexually assaulting and battering a woman with a disability in Chicago’s Loop this week.
Chicago crime: Man sexually assaulted woman with disability in the Loop, CPD says
A man was arrested and charged with allegedly sexually assaulting and battering a woman with a disability in Chicago’s Loop this week.
A man was arrested and charged with allegedly sexually assaulting and battering a woman with a disability in Chicago’s Loop this week.
Chicago police arrest man accused of attacking 3 women in Loop
A man has been charged with attacking three women in separate incidents Wednesday morning in the Loop.
A man has been charged with attacking three women in separate incidents Wednesday morning in the Loop.
Chicago police officers hurt in crash on Lower Wacker
Chicago police say two officers were injured early Thursday after their patrol vehicle struck a center median on Lower Wacker Drive while responding to a call.
Chicago police say two officers were injured early Thursday after their patrol vehicle struck a center median on Lower Wacker Drive while responding to a call.
Cirque du Soleil performers preview 'Twas the Night Before at Chicago Theatre
Two Cirque du Soleil performers give a sneak peek of their rollerskating act and what audiences can expect when the holiday production “’Twas the Night Before…” opens at the Chicago Theatre.
Two Cirque du Soleil performers give a sneak peek of their rollerskating act and what audiences can expect when the holiday production “’Twas the Night Before…” opens at the Chicago Theatre.
Chicagoans react to shutdown of major downtown 'L' station
A major Chicago 'L' station is closing for three years.
A major Chicago 'L' station is closing for three years.
Chicago CTA to close major Loop 'L' station for three-year rebuild starting January 2026
The more than 100-year-old State/Lake elevated CTA station in downtown Chicago will shut down next year until 2029 for a full demolition and rebuild.
The more than 100-year-old State/Lake elevated CTA station in downtown Chicago will shut down next year until 2029 for a full demolition and rebuild.
Chicago CTA to close major Loop 'L' station for three-year rebuild starting January 2026
A major Chicago 'L' station is closing for three years.
A major Chicago 'L' station is closing for three years.
Woman who drove through Chicago anti-ICE protest crowd gets probation
A woman who drove through a crowd of protesters in the Loop this summer was sentenced to two years of probation.
A woman who drove through a crowd of protesters in the Loop this summer was sentenced to two years of probation.
Woman who drove through downtown Chicago protesters gets probation
A woman who drove through a crowd of Trump protesters in the Loop this June is getting probation.
A woman who drove through a crowd of Trump protesters in the Loop this June is getting probation.
Christkindlmarket vendor group pushes back on new crowd limit at Daley Plaza
The president of the German American Chamber of Commerce joins us to discuss how Chicago’s reduced capacity rules are impacting vendors, the city’s safety concerns, and what visitors can expect as the popular holiday market continues.
The president of the German American Chamber of Commerce joins us to discuss how Chicago’s reduced capacity rules are impacting vendors, the city’s safety concerns, and what visitors can expect as the popular holiday market continues.
Previous victim of CTA fire attack suspect details 2021 punching attack
A previous assault victim of the man accused of setting a woman on fire on a CTA train spoke exclusively with Fox 32.
A previous assault victim of the man accused of setting a woman on fire on a CTA train spoke exclusively with Fox 32.
Video shows person interest wanted in downtown Chicago shooting that killed 14-year-old
Chicago police are looking for a person of interest in connection with the murder of a 14-year-old boy during last week's teen takeover in the Loop.
Chicago police are looking for a person of interest in connection with the murder of a 14-year-old boy during last week's teen takeover in the Loop.
Video shows person interest wanted in downtown Chicago shooting that killed 14-year-old
Police are looking for a person of interest in connection with the shooting death of a 14-year-old boy in the Loop over the weekend.
Police are looking for a person of interest in connection with the shooting death of a 14-year-old boy in the Loop over the weekend.
Chicago teen shot, killed in the Loop remembered as bright, charismatic
Loved ones remembered Armani Floyd, the 14-year-old boy who was shot and killed over the weekend in Chicago's Loop.
Loved ones remembered Armani Floyd, the 14-year-old boy who was shot and killed over the weekend in Chicago's Loop.