Morgan Park football season ends amid coaching dispute, protests

Chicago's Morgan Park High School is facing protests after canceling its football team's postseason Prep Bowl opportunity amid conflicting accounts of longtime coach Chris James' departure.

Morgan Park football players, parents protest canceled postseason amid coaching dispute
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Chicago's Morgan Park High School football players, parents and alumni are demanding answers after a coaching dispute led to the cancellation of the team's postseason Prep Bowl appearance.

Morgan Park football families protest after change in coaches
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Families of Morgan Park football players protested Tuesday after several coaches, including head coach Chris James, were reportedly fired. The principal denies that claim. Relatives of two former coaches discussed the situation with Good Day Chicago.

Chicago reports first West Nile virus death of 2026

Chicago health officials are reporting the city's first two human cases of West Nile virus this year, including the first death linked to the virus in 2026.

Chicago senior citizens targeted in ruse burglary spree

Chicago police are warning residents in the Morgan Park neighborhood about a ruse burglary pattern targeting senior citizens.

Families hold community forum looking for answers in funeral home investigation
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Families are searching for answers after the shocking discovery that their loved ones' bodies were improperly stored at South Chicago Chapel. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis has the latest on what families and attorneys are saying at a community forum.

Chicago shootings leave 1 dead, 5 wounded overnight

A man was killed and five other people, including two teenagers, were wounded in shootings across Chicago Wednesday night into Thursday.

Papa Hops softball tournament gets swinging in return of South Side tradition

One of Chicago's signature summer softball traditions returns Friday as dozens of teams and thousands of fans are expected to gather on the South Side for the 12th annual Papa Hops 16-inch Softball Tournament.

Morgan Park High School band thrives with community support behind the scenes
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Parents and educators at Morgan Park High School are working together to expand opportunities for student musicians, helping the “Band of Distinction” perform on big stages and prepare for future success.

Man shot during argument on Chicago's South Side

A man was shot during an argument early Friday in Chicago's Morgan Park neighborhood.