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This summer marks 40 years since the iconic box office smash ?Back to the Future? hit the big screen. While there are a lot of aspects that make the movie so memorable, Fox 32 found out how that beloved DeLorean almost wasn?t one of them.

Chicago Public Schools leaders presented a unified front on Tuesday with the mayor's office and powerful Chicago Teachers Union, but Wednesday's budget reveal might find the sides once again at odds.

People from across the country are rallying to help a blind Chicago man find his missing emotional support dog. The case of Bam Bam isn?t just a tale of loss, it?s now become a movement.

He had 16 arrests over 20 years but was still able to land a job as a Chicago Public Schools security guard. And while working security at Farragut Career Academy, Romel Campoverde was charged with allegedly raping a 15-year-old female student.

Those in Chicago may have seen a lightning show last night. What does that mean for today? Kaitlin Cody breaks it down.

A blind Chicago man is pulling out all the stops to find his stolen guide dog ? even hiring a pet detective to sniff out the culprit and bring his best friend home.

In the wake of Sonya Massey?s killing, Gov. J.B. Pritzker is preparing to sign a sweeping police reform bill, a move he says will turn outrage into lasting change.

Here is the latest update on a Metra incident that occurred earlier today.

As Chicago Public Schools faces a $730 million shortfall, the district?s new CEO prepares to unveil her strategy.

What's trending in Chicago? We're talking about Taylor Swift's new album announcement, UB40's upcoming show at Ravinia, and how you can get hands-on with lake sturgeon right here in Chicago. Plus, our very own Anthony, Anita, and Paris hit the stage at Howl at the Moon.

Dinosaurs might be long gone, but believe it or not, some of their ancient neighbors are still around, like the lake sturgeon. This fish has been swimming in our waters since before the T. Rex even roamed the Earth, which officially makes it a living fossil. Shedd Aquarium Senior Aquarist Evan Kinn talks about these prehistoric survivors, the challenges facing their home, and more.

You've definitely heard their music, from Red Red Wine to I Can't Help Falling in Love with You, UB40 has sold over 70 million records, picked up four Grammy nominations along the way, and they're still going strong. They're coming to Chicago to perform at Ravinia on August 27, and joining us are founding member Robin Campbell and lead vocalist Matt Doyle.

The Farmers' Almanac predicts a harsh winter across much of the U.S. for the 2025-2026 season, with colder-than-usual temperatures, frequent snowfalls, and unpredictable patterns from coast to coast. Fox 32's Kaitlin Cody and Anthony Ponce explain what you should know about the 'chill, snow, repeat' forecast.